Garage Door Repair in Grayslake, IL Illinois 60030

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is an item you don't want to need to worry about frequently. When you get at your residence, you need to be able to touch the remote button and the door should open and then close without any problems. Yet, sadly, bad things occur, and it does not always function as you would like.

There are dozens of things which could fail with your garage door at any time. It could get stuck open, causing a security problem. It could get stuck closed, making it to where you must leave your automobile or items needing storing outside, open to burglars, or inclement weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck shut with your auto inside, and you may not be able to arrive at your job or an important appointment. A door that becomes stuck halfway is also a safety and security problem.

If you unintentionally backed your car into your door when attempting to drive out of the garage and hurt the panels in the process, try to stay calm. Many people have done this, unintentionally pressing the accelerator instead of the brake. In areas with icy winters, it's common for people to slide on an ice covered driveway and smash into the garage door.

If you experience damage or anything else wrong with your door, you will need to deal with the problem quickly. Garage door dents not only hurt your property's appearance, it can trigger a possible safety and security threat and also leave your garage door prone to further damage.

Call us today at (877) 959-3534 for garage door repair service in Grayslake, IL.

Some of the most frequent reasons people need garage door repair in Grayslake, Illinois are listed here:

Garage Door Won't Open or Close

A garage door that won't open or shut might be due to a variety of different problems including broken springs and cables, broken or poorly of aligned sensors, or a broken garage door opener. Our Grayslake garage door technicians can do an evaluation to figure out the reason and get it fixed for you.

Broken Garage Door Springs

Damaged springs are a common issue which appears after years of use.  We can assist with torsion or extension spring maintenance, replacing broken springs, or performing spring adjustment for residential or business properties.  We can also help with both torque master and torsion springs.

Broken or Frayed Garage Door Cables

Cables wear out over time.  We'll get someone out to install new cables or repair damaged cables.

Broken Garage Door Hinges

Hardware and hinges can wear out with a lot of use.  Broken hinges can injure the garage door and make it hard to open.  If you spot broken hinges, get them fixed as soon as you can to prevent additional damage.

Dented Garage Door Panels

If your garage door panels are damaged, or the hardware needs fixing, our service technicians can get this fixed for you.  Our Grayslake team members work with wooden garage doors, steel garage doors, and vinyl garage doors.

Garage door clickers

Garage door remotes can stop working over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can do the trick, but other times you might need a new remote to be programmed.  Our Grayslake garage door service technicians can replace and program remote controls, set up vehicle remotes, and also put in outside garage door keypads.

Improperly aligned garage door

Keeping your garage door properly aligned is very important, and will increase the life of both your garage door and garage door opener.  If something is misaligned, give us a call to get it repaired.

Garage Door Banging Noise

Banging sounds are frequently caused by unbalanced doors.  It's important to get this problem fixed sooner rather than later to keep other damage from occurring.

Weather Stripping Repair

As your garage door ages, the weather stripping or trim may break down and need replacement.  Repairing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep unwanted wildlife outside.

Rattling Garage Door Sounds

Rattling sounds may be due to loose nuts or bolts, dry parts needing greasing , unbalanced doors, or a garage door opener that was not properly put in.

Garage Door Scraping Noises

Scraping sounds are usually caused by misaligned doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking noises could be due to a loose roller or hinge, parts needing lubrication, or unbalanced doors.

Rubbing Noise Garage Door

Rubbing could be caused by bent tracks or a jammed or tight track which needs fixing.

Grinding Noise Garage Door

Grinding noises may be caused by parts needing grease, loose rollers or hinges, a stripped garage door opener gear, or an incorrectly installed opener.

Slapping Garage Door Sound

Slapping sounds are sometimes caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Sound

Vibrating noises are generally caused by loose parts or rollers needing lubrication.

Popping Noise Garage Door

Popping sounds might be caused by torsion spring problems.

Emergency Garage Door Repair in Grayslake, IL

Our Grayslake, IL garage technicians offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be difficult to locate emergency help. If you are experiencing a garage emergency, call us right away for assistance.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The normal lifespan of a garage door opener is approximately 10-15 years. Regular maintenance, oiling, and making certain your garage door is balanced will increase the life of your opener. For safety and security reasons, if you own a garage door opener that was purchased before 1993, it’s recommended to have it replaced and not fixed. Newer openers have the bonus of being a lot quieter and sometimes have back up battery functionality. Contact us today if you need a new garage door opener put up.

New Garage Doors

Once you have done multiple repairs or service on your garage door, if it still isn't functioning correctly, then it may be time to contemplate replacing the garage door completely. New doors have a broad spectrum of benefits, not limited to improving the curb appeal of your house and improving home values and providing increased security and safeguards. New garage doors are equipped with the most up to date safety and security standards to protect your home and belongings. New doors also provide better insulation and could aid in regulating the temperature of your home's interior and also make the garage space more comfortable.