Garage Door Repair in Rockford, IL Illinois 61107

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is a thing you don't want to have to think about frequently. When you get at your home, you should be able to touch the remote button and the door should open and close without any problems. Yet, sadly, bad things happen, and it does not always work as you would like.

There are a lot of things which could go wrong with your garage door at any minute. It could get stuck open, causing a serious security issue. It could get stuck shut, making it to where you must leave your car or items needing storing outdoors, vulnerable to burglars, or bad weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck closed with your car inside, and you may not be able to go to your job or an important place. A door that becomes stuck halfway is also a safety and security issue.

If you unintentionally backed your automobile into your door when trying to leave the garage and damaged the panels in the process, try to stay calm. Many people have done this, unintentionally pushing down on the accelerator instead of the brake. In areas with icy winters, it's common for people to slide on an icy driveway and bump into the garage door.

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

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

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Close

A garage door that won't open or close might be from many different problems including broken springs and cables, broken or damaged sensors, or a damaged garage door opener. Our Rockford garage door service providers can perform an evaluation to determine the reason and get it repaired for you.

Broken Garage Door Springs

Damaged springs are a frequent issue which arises after years of use.  We can help with torsion or extension spring service, repairing broken springs, or adjusting springs for single family or commercial properties.  We can also assist 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 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 notice broken hinges, get them fixed as soon as you can to prevent additional damage.

Damaged Garage Door Panels

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

Garage door remotes

Garage door remotes can stop working over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can do the trick, but other times you could require a new remote to be set up.  Our Rockford garage door contractors can repair and program remote controls, set up vehicle remotes, and also install exterior garage door keypads.

Misaligned garage door

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

Garage Door Banging Sound

Banging noises are often caused by misaligned doors.  It's best to get this issue addressed sooner rather than later to prevent other damage from happening.

Weather Stripping Repair

As your garage door ages, the weather stripping or trim may deteriorate and need repair.  Replacing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep undesirable animals outside.

Rattling Garage Door Sounds

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

Garage Door Scraping Sounds

Scraping sounds are often caused by misaligned doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking sounds might be caused from a loose roller or hinge, parts needing oiling, or unbalanced doors.

Rubbing Noise Garage Door

Rubbing could be due to bent tracks or a jammed or tight track which needs repair.

Grinding Sound Garage Door

Grinding sounds could be caused by parts needing oiling, loose rollers or hinges, a stripped garage door opener gear, or an improperly hung opener.

Slapping Garage Door Sound

Slapping noises are frequently caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Sound

Vibrating sounds are frequently caused by loose parts or rollers needing lubrication.

Popping Noise Garage Door

Popping noises might be caused by torsion spring issues.

24 hour Emergency Service in Rockford, IL

Our Rockford, IL garage pros offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be challenging to find emergency assitance. If you are having a garage emergency, call us immediately for help.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The normal life of a garage door opener is roughly 10-15 years. Regular maintenance, lubing, and checking that your garage door is in balance will increase the lifespan of your opener. For safety and security reasons, if you have a garage door opener that was built before 1993, it’s always advisable to have it replaced and not fixed. Newer units have the extra perk of being significantly quieter and frequently have back up batteries. Phone us today if you would like a new garage door opener put up.

New Garage Doors

After performing repeated repairs or service on your garage door, if it still is not working properly, then it might be time to think about replacing the garage door . Brand new doors have a broad range of benefits, one of which is bettering the curb appeal of your home and improving home values and adding improved security and safety. Brand new garage doors have the most up to date safety and security standards to protect your home and belongings. New doors additionally provide more insulation and might help regulate the temperature of your house as well as make the garage space more comfortable.