Garage Door Repair in East Chicago, IN Indiana 46312

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is something you shouldn't have to think about very much. When you arrive at your house, you need to be able to touch the remote button and the door should open and close without any issues. Yet, sadly, frustrating things happen, and it might not always function as you hope.

There are a multitude 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 shut, making it to where you must leave your car or items needing storage outside, open to thieves, or inclement weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck closed with your vehicle inside, and you may not be able to get to your job or an important place. A door that becomes stuck half open is also a safety and security issue.

If you by accident reversed your car into your garage door when attempting to leave the garage and damaged the door in the process, try to relax. Many people have done this, mistakenly pressing the gas pedal instead of the brake. 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 have damage or any other thing wrong with your door, you will need to address the situation quickly. Garage door damage not only hurts your property's appearance, it can cause 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 East Chicago, IN.

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Shut

A garage door that won't open or shut may be due to various different issues including broken springs and cables, broken or poorly of aligned sensors, or a damaged garage door opener. Our East Chicago garage door service providers can perform an inspection to determine the issue and get it repaired for you.

Damaged Garage Door Springs

Broken springs are a common complaint which happens after many years of use.  We can assist with torsion or extension spring maintenance, repairing broken springs, or adjusting springs for residential or business 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 technician out to install new cables or repair damaged cables.

Broken Garage Door Hinges

Hardware and hinges can wear out with frequent use.  Broken hinges can damage the garage door and make it impossible to open.  If you notice broken hinges, get them repaired as soon as you can to prevent more damage.

Damaged Garage Door Panels

If your garage door panels are damaged, or the hardware needs repairing, our service technicians can get this repaired for you.  Our East Chicago team members 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 might require a new remote to be programmed.  Our East Chicago garage door pros can repair and program garage remotes, program vehicle remotes, and also put in exterior garage door keypads.

Improperly aligned 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 often caused by unbalanced doors.  It's best to get this issue repaired sooner rather than later to prevent other damage from taking place.

Weather Stripping Repair

As your garage door ages, the weather stripping or trim may break down and need repair.  Repairing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep undesirable animals out.

Rattling Garage Door Sounds

Rattling sounds may be the result of loose nuts or bolts, dry parts needing to be lubricated , unbalanced doors, or a garage door opener that was not properly put in.

Garage Door Scraping Noises

Scraping sounds are generally caused by unbalanced doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking noises might be caused from a loose roller or hinge, parts needing lubrication, or misaligned doors.

Rubbing Noise Garage Door

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

Grinding Sound Garage Door

Grinding noises may be caused by parts needing grease, loose rollers or hinges, a stripped garage door opener gear, or an improperly installed opener.

Slapping Garage Door Noise

Slapping sounds are often caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Sound

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

Popping Noise Garage Door

Popping sounds might be the result of torsion spring issues.

24 hour Emergency Service in East Chicago, IN

Our East Chicago, IN garage techs offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be difficult to locate emergency assitance. If you are experiencing a garage emergency, contact us immediately for help.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The median lifespan of a garage door opener is approximately 10-15 years. Proper maintenance, oiling, and making sure your garage door is balanced will increase the life of your opener. For safety and security reasons, if you have a garage door opener which was produced before 1993, it’s always recommended to have it replaced instead of fixed. Newer units have the added perk of being much quieter and often have back up batteries. Call us today if you want a new garage door opener put up.

New Garage Doors

After performing repeated repairs or maintenance on your garage door, if it’s still not functioning correctly, then it might be time to contemplate replacing the garage door . Brand new doors have a full spectrum of benefits, one of which is improving the curb appeal of your home and improving home values and providing better security and safety. New garage doors are equipped with the most current safety and security requirements to protect your family and belongings. New doors also offer more insulation and could aid in regulating the temperature of your home's interior and also make the garage space more climate controlled.