Garage Door Repair in Cambridge, MA Massachusetts 02139

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is a thing you shouldn't have to worry about very much. When you get at your home, you need to be able to touch the remote button and the door should open or close without any issues. Yet, unfortunately, bad things happen, and it does not always function as you expect.

There are a multitude of things which may stop working with your garage door at any time. It could get stuck open, causing a security problem. It could get stuck closed, making it to where you must leave your automobile or products needing storage outdoors, open to burglars, or inclement weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck shut with your vehicle inside, and you may not be able to go to your job or an important place. A door that becomes stuck midway is also a safety and security issue.

If you by accident 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, mistakenly pushing down on the accelerator instead of the brake. In areas with icy winters, it's not uncommon for people to slide on an ice covered driveway and smash into the garage door.

If you have damage or any other thing wrong with your door, you will need to take care of the problem quickly. Garage door damage not only hurts your home's curb appeal, it can trigger a prospective 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 Cambridge, MA.

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Close

A garage door that won't open or close could be due to various different issues including broken springs and cables, broken or damaged sensors, or a broken garage door opener. Our Cambridge garage door technicians can do an evaluation to figure out the cause and get it working again for you.

Broken Garage Door Springs

Broken springs are a common issue which arises after a lot of use.  We can assist with torsion or extension spring service, replacing broken springs, or performing spring adjustment for single family or commercial properties.  We can also help with both torque master and torsion springs.

Damaged or Frayed Garage Door Cables

Cables break over time.  We'll get a service pro out to install new cables or repair torn cables.

Broken Garage Door Hinges

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

Dented Garage Door Panels

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

Garage door clickers

Garage door remotes can stop working over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can fix it, but other times you may need a new remote to be set up.  Our Cambridge garage door pros can repair and program remote controls, program vehicle remotes, and also put in 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 misaligned, give us a call to get it repaired.

Garage Door Banging Sound

Banging sounds are often caused by misaligned doors.  It's best to get this problem addressed sooner rather than later to prevent other damage from taking place.

Weather Stripping Repair

As your garage door gets older, the weather stripping or trim may deteriorate and need repair.  Repairing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep undesirable wildlife out.

Rattling Garage Door Sounds

Rattling noises may be caused by loose nuts or bolts, dry parts needing oiling , misaligned doors, or a garage door opener that was not correctly installed.

Garage Door Scraping Sounds

Scraping noises are generally due to unbalanced doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

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

Rubbing Noise Garage Door

Rubbing could be caused by bent tracks or a jammed or tight track which needs adjusting.

Grinding Sound Garage Door

Grinding noises could be caused by parts needing grease, loose rollers or hinges, a stripped garage door opener gear, or an incorrectly hung opener.

Slapping Garage Door Sound

Slapping sounds are often caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Noise

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

Popping Sound Garage Door

Popping sounds could be the result of torsion spring issues.

Emergency Garage Door Repair in Cambridge, MA

Our Cambridge, MA garage technicians offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be challenging to locate emergency assitance. If you are encountering a garage emergency, call us right away for assistance.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The median life of a garage door opener is about 10-15 years. Regular maintenance, greasing, and checking that your garage door is in balance will help extend the life of your opener. For safety reasons, if you have a garage door opener that was purchased before 1993, it’s advisable to have it replaced and not repaired. Newer machines have the extra perk of being a lot quieter and frequently contain back up battery systems. Call us today if you want a new garage door opener put in.

New Garage Doors

After you have done repeated repairs or service on your garage door, if it still isn't working properly, then it may be time to think about replacing the garage door . New doors have a wide spectrum of benefits, including bettering the curb appeal of your home and improving home values and adding improved security and safety. Brand new garage doors are equipped with the most current safety and security requirements to protect your home and belongings. New doors additionally give better insulation and may aid in regulating the temperature of your home's interior and also make the garage space more comfortable.