Garage Door Repair in Hammond, IN Indiana 46324

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is a thing you shouldn't have to think about often. When you arrive at your residence, you want to be able to tap the remote button and the door should open and then close without any problems. Yet, regrettably, bad things occur, and it doesn't always function as you hope.

There are many different things which could fail 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, susceptible to thieves, or inclement weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck closed with your car inside, and you may not be able to arrive at your job or an important appointment. A door that becomes stuck halfway is also a safety and security issue.

If you accidentally reversed your car into your door when trying to back out of the garage and damaged the door in the process, try to relax. Many people have done this, accidentally pressing the gas 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 address the problem soon. Garage door dents not only hurt your home's curb appeal, it can cause a prospective safety and security threat and also leave your garage door prone to more damage.

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

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Shut

A garage door that won't open or close might be due to many different problems including broken springs and cables, broken or damaged sensors, or a broken garage door opener. Our Hammond garage door technicians can perform an evaluation to determine the cause and get it working again for you.

Broken Garage Door Springs

Damaged springs are a frequent complaint which arises after many years of use.  We can assist with torsion or extension spring service, replacing broken springs, or performing spring adjustment for residential or business properties.  We can also help with both torque master and torsion springs.

Broken or Frayed Garage Door Cables

Cables break over time.  We'll get a service technician out to install new cables or fix damaged cables.

Broken Garage Door Hinges

Hardware and hinges can wear out with frequent use.  Broken hinges can injure the garage door and make it difficult to open.  If you see damaged hinges, get them repaired as soon as possible to prevent further damage.

Damaged Garage Door Panels

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

Garage door clickers

Garage door controllers can break down over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can solve it, but other times you could require a new remote to be programmed.  Our Hammond garage door contractors can replace and program remote controls, set up vehicle remotes, and also install outside 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 out of whack, give us a call to get it repaired.

Garage Door Banging Noise

Banging sounds are frequently caused by out of balance doors.  It's best to get this problem addressed sooner rather than later to keep other damage from taking place.

Weather Stripping Repair

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

Rattling Garage Door Sounds

Rattling noises 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 installed.

Garage Door Scraping Noises

Scraping sounds are generally the result of unbalanced doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

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

Rubbing Noise Garage Door

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

Grinding Noise Garage Door

Grinding noises may 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 sometimes caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Sound

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

Popping Sound Garage Door

Popping sounds may be caused by torsion spring issues.

Emergency Garage Door Repair in Hammond, IN

Our Hammond, IN garage techs offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be hard to locate emergency help. If you are having a garage emergency, contact us immediately for help.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The normal lifespan of a garage door opener is approximately 10-15 years. Regular maintenance, lubing, and making certain your garage door is balanced will increase the life of your opener. For safety and security reasons, if you own a garage door opener that was built before 1993, it’s recommended to have it replaced and not repaired. Newer machines have the bonus of being a lot quieter and sometimes come with back up battery functionality. Contact us today if you want to have a new garage door opener connected.

New Garage Doors

After doing multiple repairs or maintenance service on your garage door, if it still isn't functioning correctly, then it might be time to think about replacing the garage door . Newer doors have a full spectrum of benefits, including bettering the curb appeal of your house and increasing home values and adding increased security and safety. New garage doors are equipped with the most current safety and security requirements to protect your home and belongings. Newer doors also provide more insulation and may aid in regulating the temperature of your home and also make the garage space more comfortable.