Garage Door Repair in Harvey, IL Illinois 60426

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is a thing you should not need to worry about very much. When you arrive at your home, you need to be able to tap the remote button and the door ought to open or close without any issues. Yet, sadly, bad things occur, and it doesn't always function as you expect.

There are a lot of things which may go wrong with your garage door at any minute. It could get stuck open, causing a security problem. It could get stuck shut, requiring you to leave your auto or items needing storage outside, susceptible to thieves, or bad weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck closed with your automobile inside, and you may not be able to go to your job or an important appointment. A door that becomes stuck half open is also a safety and security issue.

If you by accident reversed your car into your garage door when attempting to back out of the garage and hurt the door in the process, try to stay calm. Many people have done this, accidentally pushing down on the gas instead of the brake pedal. In areas with icy winters, it's common for people to slide on an icy driveway and smash into the garage door.

If you have damage or anything else wrong with your door, you will need to address the problem quickly. Garage door dents not only hurt your home's appearance, it can cause a prospective safety and security threat and also leave your door prone to more damage.

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

Some of the most common reasons people need garage door repair in Harvey, Illinois are listed below:

Garage Door Won't Open or Shut

A garage door that won't open or close may be caused by many different problems including broken springs or cables, broken or misaligned sensors, or a damaged garage door opener. Our Harvey garage door technicians can do an inspection to determine the reason and get it fixed for you.

Damaged Garage Door Springs

Broken springs are a frequent issue which arises after many years of use.  We can assist with torsion or extension spring maintenance, repairing broken springs, or adjusting springs for single family 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 a service pro 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 impossible to open.  If you see broken hinges, get them fixed as soon as possible to prevent further damage.

Broken Garage Door Panels

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

Garage door clickers

Garage door controllers can stop working over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can solve it, but other times you could need a new remote to be set up.  Our Harvey garage door service technicians can repair and program garage remotes, set up vehicle remotes, and also install exterior garage door keypads.

Improperly aligned garage door

Keeping your garage door properly aligned is very important, and will extend the life of both your garage door and garage door opener.  If something is not working right, give us a call to get it repaired.

Garage Door Banging Sound

Banging sounds are often caused by out of balance doors.  It's best to get this problem addressed sooner rather than later to keep other damage from occurring.

Weather Stripping Repair

As your garage door gets older, the weather stripping or trim may deteriorate and need replacement.  Repairing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep unwanted critters outside.

Rattling Garage Door Sounds

Rattling sounds may be the result of loose nuts or bolts, dry parts needing lubrication , unbalanced doors, or a garage door opener that was not properly installed.

Garage Door Scraping Noises

Scraping sounds are generally caused by misaligned doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking sounds 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 sounds could be caused by parts needing lubrication, loose rollers or hinges, a stripped garage door opener gear, or an incorrectly hung opener.

Slapping Garage Door Sound

Slapping sounds are generally caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Noise

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

Popping Sound Garage Door

Popping noises may be caused by torsion spring issues.

24/7 Emergency Service in Harvey, IL

Our Harvey, IL garage pros offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be challenging to find emergency assitance. If you are experiencing a garage emergency, contact us right away for assistance.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The normal lifespan of a garage door opener is about 10-15 years. Routine maintenance, lubing, and making sure your garage door is balanced will increase the life of your opener. For safety reasons, if you have a garage door opener that was purchased before 1993, it’s recommended to have it replaced instead of fixed. Newer openers have the added perk of being much quieter and sometimes come with back up batteries. Phone us today if you would like a new garage door opener put in.

New Garage Doors

Once you have done repeated repairs or service on your garage door, if it still isn't functioning correctly, then it may be time to consider replacing the garage door . Brand new doors have a broad scope of benefits, not limited to improving the curb appeal of your home and increasing home values and adding increased security and safeguards. New garage doors are equipped with the most up to date safety and security requirements to keep your family and belongings safe. New doors additionally offer the best insulation and could help regulate the temperature of your house as well as make the garage space more comfortable.