Garage Door Repair in Wilmington, IL Illinois 60481

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is an item you don't want to have to think about frequently. When you arrive at your house, you want to be able to press the remote button and the door should open and shut without any problems. Yet, unfortunately, frustrating things happen, and it might not always work as you expect.

There are a lot of things which may stop working with your garage door at any minute. It could get stuck open, triggering a severe security danger. It could get stuck closed, making it to where you must leave your car or things needing storage outside, susceptible to thieves, or bad weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck shut with your automobile inside, and you may not be able to get to your job or an important place. A door that becomes stuck halfway is also a safety and security problem.

If you unintentionally reversed your car into your garage door when attempting to leave the garage and harmed the door in the process, try to relax. Many individuals have done this, unintentionally pressing the gas pedal instead of the brake. In areas with icy winters, it's not uncommon for people to slide on a frozen driveway and crash into the garage door.

If you experience damage or something else wrong with your door, you will need to take care of the issue soon. Garage door dents not only hurt your home's curb appeal, it can trigger a prospective 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 Wilmington, IL.

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Shut

A garage door that won't open or close may be caused by many different problems including broken springs and cables, broken or misaligned sensors, or a broken garage door opener. Our Wilmington garage door service pros can perform an evaluation to determine the issue and get it repaired for you.

Broken Garage Door Springs

Broken springs are a frequent complaint which happens after years of use.  We can assist with torsion or extension spring maintenance, repairing broken springs, or performing spring adjustment for residential or commercial 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 broken 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 impossible to open.  If you see damaged hinges, get them repaired as soon as you can to prevent additional damage.

Broken Garage Door Panels

If your garage door panels are broken, or the hardware needs replacing, our contractors can get this fixed for you.  Our Wilmington providers work with wooden garage doors, steel garage doors, and vinyl garage doors.

Garage door remotes

Garage door clickers can stop working over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can do the trick, but other times you could need a new remote to be set up.  Our Wilmington garage door pros can repair and program remote controls, 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 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 Sound

Banging sounds are frequently caused by unbalanced doors.  It's important to get this problem addressed sooner rather than later to keep other damage from happening.

Weather Stripping Repair

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

Rattling Garage Door Sounds

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

Garage Door Scraping Noises

Scraping sounds are often the result of unbalanced doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

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

Rubbing Sound Garage Door

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

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 improperly installed opener.

Slapping Garage Door Sound

Slapping noises are generally caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Noise

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

Popping Sound Garage Door

Popping noises might be the result of torsion spring issues.

Emergency Garage Door Repair in Wilmington, IL

Our Wilmington, IL garage experts offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be challenging to find emergency assitance. If you are experiencing a garage emergency, contact us immediately for help.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The standard lifespan of a garage door opener is approximately 10-15 years. Regular upkeep, lubing, and making sure your garage door is balanced will help extend the lifespan of your opener. For safety reasons, if you have a garage door opener that was purchased before 1993, it’s always recommended to have it replaced and not repaired. Newer machines have the bonus of being significantly quieter and frequently have included back up battery functionality. Phone us today if you would like to have a new garage door opener connected.

New Garage Doors

Once you have done multiple repairs or service on your garage door, but it still is not working properly, then it might be time to think about replacing the garage door completely. Newer doors have a full spectrum of benefits, not limited to bettering the curb appeal of your home and raising home values and adding improved security and safety. Brand new garage doors are equipped with the most current safety and security requirements to keep your family and property safe. Brand New doors also offer the best insulation and could aid in regulating the temperature of your home's interior and also make the garage space more comfortable.