Garage Door Repair in North Chicago, IL Illinois 60064

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is something you shouldn't 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 should open or close without any issues. Yet, sadly, bad things happen, and it does not always function as you hope.

There are dozens of things which could stop working 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 auto or things needing storage outdoors, susceptible to thieves, or inclement weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck shut with your automobile inside, and you may not be able to arrive at your job or an important place. A door that becomes stuck midway is also a safety and security problem.

If you accidentally backed your car into your garage door when attempting to leave the garage and hurt the panels in the process, try to relax. Many people have done this, mistakenly pushing down on the gas pedal instead of the brake pedal. In areas with icy winters, it's common for people to slide on an ice covered driveway and bump into the garage door.

If you experience damage or any other thing wrong with your door, you will need to deal with the issue soon. Garage door damage not only hurts your property's curb appeal, it can trigger a possible safety and security issue and also leave your garage door vulnerable to additional damage.

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

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Shut

A garage door that won't open or close could be from various different problems including broken springs and cables, broken or damaged sensors, or a broken garage door opener. Our North Chicago garage door technicians can perform an inspection to figure out the cause and get it working again for you.

Damaged Garage Door Springs

Damaged springs are a frequent complaint which arises after a lot of use.  We can help with torsion or extension spring maintenance, replacing broken springs, or performing spring adjustment for single family or commercial properties.  We can also help 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 a lot of use.  Broken hinges can damage the garage door and make it difficult to open.  If you see damaged hinges, get them fixed as soon as possible to prevent additional damage.

Dented Garage Door Panels

If your garage door panels are broken, or the hardware needs fixing, our contractors can get this repaired for you.  Our North Chicago 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 require a new remote to be programmed.  Our North Chicago garage door pros can replace and program remotes, set up car remotes, and also install exterior garage door keypads.

Misaligned garage door

Keeping your garage door correctly 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 fixed.

Garage Door Banging Noise

Banging noises are frequently 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 ages, the weather stripping or trim may deteriorate and need replacement.  Repairing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep undesirable animals out.

Rattling Garage Door Noises

Rattling sounds may be caused by loose nuts or bolts, dry parts needing lubrication , unbalanced doors, or a garage door opener that was not correctly installed.

Garage Door Scraping Sounds

Scraping noises are generally due to unbalanced doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking noises may be caused from a loose roller or hinge, parts needing greasing, or unbalanced doors.

Rubbing Sound Garage Door

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

Grinding Noise Garage Door

Grinding noises may 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 noises are generally caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Sound

Vibrating noises are frequently caused by loose parts or rollers needing grease.

Popping Sound Garage Door

Popping noises could be caused by torsion spring problems.

Emergency Garage Door Repair in North Chicago, IL

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

Garage Door Opener Installation

The standard lifespan of a garage door opener is about 10-15 years. Proper maintenance, lubrication, and checking that your garage door is in balance will aid in extending 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 repaired. Newer openers have the added benefit of being significantly quieter and sometimes have back up batteries. Call us today if you want to have a new garage door opener connected.

New Garage Doors

After performing multiple repairs or maintenance on your garage door, if it is still not working correctly, then it may be time to contemplate replacing the garage door . Brand new doors have a wide range of benefits, including improving the curb appeal of your house and raising home values and providing improved security and safety. New garage doors have the most current safety and security standards to keep your family and belongings safe. New doors also offer better insulation and might help regulate the temperature of your home's interior and also make the garage space more comfortable.