Garage Door Repair in Lafayette, IN Indiana 47909

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is a thing you should not need to think about very much. When you arrive at your house, you should be able to tap the remote button and the door ought to open and then close without any problems. Yet, sadly, bad things happen, and it may not always work as you expect.

There are a multitude of things which could stop working with your garage door at any minute. It could get stuck open, causing a security problem. It could get stuck closed, requiring you to leave your automobile or products needing storing outside, vulnerable to burglars, or bad 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 appointment. A door that becomes stuck halfway is also a safety and security issue.

If you accidentally backed your car into your door when attempting to drive out of the garage and hurt the panels in the process, try to stay calm. Many individuals have done this, mistakenly pressing the gas instead of the brake. 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 any other thing wrong with your door, you will need to address the situation soon. Garage door damage not only hurts your residence's appearance, it can cause a prospective safety and security threat and also leave your garage door vulnerable to further damage.

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

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Close

A garage door that won't open or shut might be from many different problems including broken springs and cables, broken or poorly of aligned sensors, or a broken garage door opener. Our Lafayette garage door pros can do an evaluation to figure out the cause and get it fixed for you.

Broken Garage Door Springs

Broken springs are a common complaint which appears after years 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 help with both torque master and torsion springs.

Damaged or Frayed Garage Door Cables

Cables can break over time.  We'll get someone out to install new cables or fix damaged 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 spot broken hinges, get them fixed as soon as you can to prevent more damage.

Dented Garage Door Panels

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

Garage door remotes

Garage door controllers can have issues over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can fix it, but other times you might require a new remote to be set up.  Our Lafayette garage door service technicians can replace and program remotes, set up vehicle remotes, and also put in 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 not working right, give us a call to get it repaired.

Garage Door Banging Noise

Banging noises are frequently caused by misaligned doors.  It's important to get this issue repaired 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 replacement.  Replacing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep undesirable wildlife out.

Rattling Garage Door Sounds

Rattling noises may be due to loose nuts or bolts, dry parts needing lubrication , misaligned doors, or a garage door opener that was not properly put in.

Garage Door Scraping Sounds

Scraping noises are generally the result of unbalanced doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

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

Rubbing Noise Garage Door

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

Grinding Noise Garage Door

Grinding sounds may be caused by parts needing oiling, loose rollers or hinges, a stripped garage door opener gear, or an improperly hung opener.

Slapping Garage Door Noise

Slapping sounds are generally caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Noise

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

Popping Noise Garage Door

Popping sounds might be the result of torsion spring issues.

24/7 Emergency Service in Lafayette, IN

Our Lafayette, IN garage experts offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be challenging to find emergency help. If you are experiencing a garage emergency, call us right away for help.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The average lifespan of a garage door opener is about 10-15 years. Regular maintenance, oiling, and checking that your garage door is balanced will increase the life of your opener. For safety reasons, if you have a garage door opener that was produced before 1993, it’s advisable to have it replaced instead of repaired. Newer units have the added benefit of being much quieter and sometimes come with back up battery systems. Contact us today if you need a new garage door opener installed.

New Garage Doors

When you have done multiple repairs or maintenance service on your garage door, but it is still not functioning correctly, then it may be time to contemplate replacing the garage door . Newer doors have a full range of benefits, not limited to bettering the curb appeal of your home and raising home values and providing better security and safeguards. Brand new garage doors are equipped with the most current safety and security requirements to keep your family and property safe. Newer doors additionally provide the best insulation and could aid in regulating the temperature of your home's interior as well as make the garage space more comfortable.