Garage Door Repair in Lockport, IL Illinois 60441

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is something you do not want to have to worry about often. When you get at your residence, you should be able to touch the remote button and the door should open and then close without any issues. Yet, sadly, frustrating things happen, and it does not always function as you hope.

There are a multitude of things which may go wrong with your garage door at any moment. It could get stuck open, triggering a severe security danger. It could get stuck closed, requiring you to leave your automobile or things needing storage outside, open to thieves, or inclement weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck closed with your car inside, and you may not be able to get to your job or an important appointment. A door that becomes stuck midway is also a safety and security problem.

If you accidentally reversed your automobile into your garage door when attempting to drive out of the garage and hurt the door in the process, try to stay calm. Many individuals have done this, unintentionally pressing the accelerator 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 situation soon. Garage door damage not only hurts your home's appearance, it can trigger a prospective safety and security issue and also leave your door vulnerable to further damage.

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

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Close

A garage door that won't open or shut might be from various different problems including broken springs or cables, broken or misaligned sensors, or a damaged garage door opener. Our Lockport garage door technicians can do an inspection to figure out the cause and get it fixed for you.

Broken Garage Door Springs

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

Broken or Frayed Garage Door Cables

Cables can break over time.  We'll get a service pro out to install new cables or fix damaged cables.

Broken Garage Door Hinges

Hardware and hinges can wear out with regular use.  Broken hinges can injure the garage door and make it hard to open.  If you see damaged hinges, get them fixed as soon as you can to prevent more damage.

Broken Garage Door Panels

If your garage door panels are broken, or the hardware needs replacing, our service pros can get this fixed for you.  Our Lockport team members work with wooden garage doors, steel garage doors, and vinyl garage doors.

Garage door remotes

Garage door controllers can stop working over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can solve it, but other times you might need a new remote to be programmed.  Our Lockport garage door contractors can repair and program remote controls, set up vehicle remotes, and also put in exterior 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 out of whack, give us a call to get it repaired.

Garage Door Banging Sound

Banging sounds are often caused by misaligned doors.  It's best to get this problem repaired sooner rather than later to keep other damage from taking place.

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 undesirable critters out.

Rattling Garage Door Sounds

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

Garage Door Scraping Sounds

Scraping sounds are generally the result of unbalanced doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking noises could be the result of a loose roller or hinge, parts needing oiling, or misaligned doors.

Rubbing Noise Garage Door

Rubbing could be the result of bent tracks or a jammed or tight track which needs fixing.

Grinding Sound Garage Door

Grinding sounds might be caused by parts needing lubrication, loose rollers or hinges, a stripped garage door opener gear, or an improperly installed opener.

Slapping Garage Door Sound

Slapping sounds are often caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Sound

Vibrating sounds are generally caused by loose parts or rollers needing oiling.

Popping Sound Garage Door

Popping sounds may be the result of torsion spring problems.

24 hour Emergency Service in Lockport, IL

Our Lockport, IL garage techs offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be challenging to find emergency assitance. If you are having a garage emergency, phone us immediately for assistance.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The standard lifespan of a garage door opener is about 10-15 years. General upkeep, oiling, and making sure your garage door is balanced will aid in extending the life of your opener. For safety reasons, if you own a garage door opener that was purchased before 1993, it’s always recommended to have it replaced and not fixed. Newer machines have the bonus of being significantly quieter and often have back up battery functionality. Phone us today if you want a new garage door opener installed.

New Garage Doors

After doing multiple repairs or maintenance service on your garage door, if it’s still not functioning properly, then it may be time to think about replacing the garage door completely. Newer doors have a broad scope of benefits, among which is bettering the curb appeal of your home and increasing home values and adding increased security and safety. Brand new garage doors have the most up to date safety and security requirements to protect your home and belongings. New doors also offer better insulation and could aid in regulating the temperature of your house as well as make the garage space more climate controlled.