Garage Door Repair in Merrillville, IN Indiana 46410

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is a thing you shouldn't have to worry about frequently. When you arrive at your house, you should be able to press the remote button and the door ought to open and then close without any problems. Yet, unfortunately, frustrating things occur, and it might not always work as you hope.

There are many different things which may stop working with your garage door at any moment. It could get stuck open, causing a serious security issue. It could get stuck shut, making it to where you must leave your auto or products needing storage outside, open to burglars, 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 appointment. A door that becomes stuck halfway is also a safety and security issue.

If you accidentally reversed your automobile into your garage door when trying to leave the garage and damaged the door in the process, try to stay calm. Many individuals have done this, accidentally pressing the gas pedal instead of the brake pedal. In areas with icy winters, it's common for people to slide on an ice covered driveway and collide into the garage door.

If you experience damage or something else wrong with your door, you will need to take care of the problem quickly. Garage door damage not only hurts your property's curb appeal, it can trigger a possible safety and security issue and also leave your garage door vulnerable to more damage.

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

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Shut

A garage door that won't open or close may be from a variety of different issues including broken springs or cables, broken or damaged sensors, or a damaged garage door opener. Our Merrillville garage door service providers can perform an inspection to determine the reason and get it working again for you.

Damaged Garage Door Springs

Damaged springs are a frequent complaint which appears after years of use.  We can assist with torsion or extension spring service, repairing broken springs, or adjusting springs for residential or commercial properties.  We can also help with both torque master and torsion springs.

Damaged or Frayed Garage Door Cables

Cables wear out 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 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 fixing, our contractors can get this repaired for you.  Our Merrillville team members 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 may need a new remote to be set up.  Our Merrillville garage door service technicians can repair and program remote controls, 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 out of whack, give us a call to get it repaired.

Garage Door Banging Noise

Banging noises are often caused by misaligned doors.  It's best to get this problem fixed sooner rather than later to keep other damage from happening.

Weather Stripping Repair

As your garage door gets older, the weather stripping or trim may break down and need repair.  Repairing 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 greasing , misaligned doors, or a garage door opener that was not correctly put in.

Garage Door Scraping Sounds

Scraping sounds are generally the result of misaligned doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking sounds might be caused from 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 noises may be caused by parts needing lubrication, loose rollers or hinges, a stripped garage door opener gear, or an incorrectly installed opener.

Slapping Garage Door Sound

Slapping noises are sometimes caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Sound

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

Popping Noise Garage Door

Popping noises might be the result of torsion spring problems.

24/7 Emergency Service in Merrillville, IN

Our Merrillville, IN garage technicians offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be difficult to find emergency assitance. If you are encountering a garage emergency, contact us right away for assistance.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The median life of a garage door opener is roughly 10-15 years. Proper maintenance, lubrication, and making sure your garage door is in balance will aid in extending the lifespan of your opener. For safety reasons, if you have a garage door opener that was produced before 1993, it’s recommended to have it replaced and not repaired. Newer openers have the extra perk of being a lot quieter and frequently have included back up battery systems. Contact us today if you would like to have a new garage door opener connected.

New Garage Doors

After performing repeated repairs or maintenance on your garage door, if it still is not functioning properly, then it may be time to consider replacing the garage door completely. New doors have a full spectrum of benefits, among which is improving the curb appeal of your home and improving home values and providing increased security and safety. New garage doors have the most current safety and security standards to protect your home and belongings. Newer doors additionally give more insulation and could help regulate the temperature of your home's interior and also make the garage space more comfortable.