Garage Door Repair in West Chicago, IL Illinois 60185

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is something you don't want to need to think about very much. When you arrive at your house, you need to be able to press the remote button and the door should open and then close without any problems. Yet, regrettably, bad things happen, and it doesn't always function as you expect.

There are many different things which may fail with your garage door at any time. It could get stuck open, causing a serious security issue. It could get stuck shut, requiring you to leave your auto or items needing storage outside, vulnerable to burglars, or bad weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck closed with your auto inside, and you may not be able to arrive at your job or an important appointment. A door that becomes stuck half open is also a safety and security issue.

If you by accident backed your automobile into your garage door when attempting to back out of the garage and hurt the panels in the process, try to stay clear headed. Many people have done this, accidentally pushing down on the gas pedal instead of the brake. In areas with icy winters, it's not uncommon for people to slide on an icy driveway and crash into the garage door.

If you have damage or any other thing wrong with your garage door, you will need to take care of the issue soon. Garage door damage not only hurts your home's appearance, it can trigger a prospective safety and security threat and also leave your garage door prone to additional damage.

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

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Close

A garage door that won't open or shut may be caused by many different problems including broken springs or cables, broken or damaged sensors, or a broken garage door opener. Our West Chicago garage door technicians can perform an inspection to determine the cause and get it working again for you.

Damaged Garage Door Springs

Damaged springs are a frequent issue which appears after a lot of use.  We can help with torsion or extension spring service, replacing 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 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 damage the garage door and make it hard to open.  If you spot damaged hinges, get them fixed as soon as you can to prevent further damage.

Dented Garage Door Panels

If your garage door panels are broken, or the hardware needs repairing, our service technicians can get this repaired for you.  Our West Chicago 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 fix it, but other times you might need a new remote to be programmed.  Our West Chicago garage door service technicians can repair and program remote controls, set up car remotes, and also put in exterior garage door keypads.

Misaligned 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 noises are frequently caused by out of balance doors.  It's best to get this problem addressed sooner rather than later to prevent other damage from happening.

Weather Stripping Repair

As your garage door gets older, the weather stripping or trim may break down and need replacement.  Replacing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep unwanted critters out.

Rattling Garage Door Noises

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

Garage Door Scraping Noises

Scraping noises are sometimes due to misaligned doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking sounds may be caused by a loose roller or hinge, parts needing oiling, or misaligned doors.

Rubbing Sound Garage Door

Rubbing could be caused by bent tracks or a jammed or tight track which needs adjusting.

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 Sound

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

Popping Noise Garage Door

Popping noises could be the result of torsion spring issues.

Emergency Garage Door Repair in West Chicago, IL

Our West Chicago, IL garage specialists offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be challenging to find emergency help. If you are having a garage emergency, contact us immediately for help.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The standard life of a garage door opener is about 10-15 years. Regular maintenance, greasing, and checking that your garage door is in balance will help extend the life of your opener. For safety reasons, if you own a garage door opener that was built before 1993, it’s recommended to have it replaced and not fixed. Newer units have the extra perk of being much quieter and often have back up battery functionality. Phone us today if you want to have a new garage door opener put in.

New Garage Doors

After performing repeated repairs or service on your garage door, if it is still not functioning correctly, then it may be time to contemplate replacing the garage door . New doors have a wide range of benefits, including improving the curb appeal of your house and increasing home values and providing improved security and safety. Brand new garage doors have the most up to date safety and security standards to keep your family and property safe. Newer doors additionally give superior insulation and could aid in regulating the temperature of your house as well as make the garage space more climate controlled.