Garage Door Repair in Sycamore, IL Illinois 60178

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is something you should not have to worry about often. When you get at your house, you need to be able to tap the remote button and the door should open and shut without any problems. Yet, sadly, frustrating things occur, and it does not always work as you expect.

There are many different things which could go wrong with your garage door at any time. It could get stuck open, causing a security problem. It could get stuck shut, requiring you to leave your automobile or items needing storage outdoors, vulnerable 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 place. A door that becomes stuck midway is also a safety and security issue.

If you unintentionally reversed your car into your door when trying to drive out of the garage and damaged the panels in the process, try to stay clear headed. Many people have done this, accidentally pressing the accelerator instead of the brake pedal. In areas with icy winters, it's not uncommon for people to slide on an icy driveway and bump into the garage door.

If you experience damage or something else wrong with your door, you will need to deal with the situation quickly. Garage door damage not only hurts your home's appearance, it can cause 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 Sycamore, IL.

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Close

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

Broken Garage Door Springs

Broken springs are a frequent complaint which appears after a lot of use.  We can help with torsion or extension spring service, replacing broken springs, or adjusting springs for residential or business properties.  We can also assist with both torque master and torsion springs.

Damaged or Frayed Garage Door Cables

Cables wear out over time.  We'll get a service pro out to install new cables or fix torn 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 hard to open.  If you see broken hinges, get them repaired as soon as possible to prevent additional damage.

Dented Garage Door Panels

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

Garage door remotes

Garage door remotes can have issues over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can fix it, but other times you may need a new remote to be set up.  Our Sycamore garage door contractors can replace and program garage remotes, set up car remotes, and also install exterior garage door keypads.

Improperly aligned 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 out of whack, give us a call to get it repaired.

Garage Door Banging Sound

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

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 out.

Rattling Garage Door Sounds

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

Garage Door Scraping Sounds

Scraping noises are generally due to unbalanced doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

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

Rubbing Sound Garage Door

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

Grinding Sound Garage Door

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

Slapping Garage Door Noise

Slapping sounds are often caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Sound

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

Popping Noise Garage Door

Popping sounds might be the result of torsion spring problems.

24/7 Emergency Service in Sycamore, IL

Our Sycamore, IL garage experts offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be difficult to find emergency help. If you are experiencing a garage emergency, contact us right away for assistance.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The median lifespan of a garage door opener is approximately 10-15 years. General maintenance, lubrication, and checking that your garage door is in balance will aid in extending the life of your opener. For safety and security reasons, if you own a garage door opener that was produced before 1993, it’s always advisable to have it replaced instead of fixed. Newer machines have the extra perk of being a lot quieter and sometimes have back up batteries. Contact us today if you need a new garage door opener put up.

New Garage Doors

After you have done repeated repairs or service on your garage door, if it still isn't functioning correctly, then it may be time to think about replacing the garage door completely. Brand new doors have a wide range of benefits, not limited to bettering the curb appeal of your home and raising home values and adding better security and safety. New garage doors have the most up to date safety and security requirements to protect your home and belongings. Brand New doors additionally give more insulation and could help regulate the temperature of your house and also make the garage space more comfortable.