Garage Door Repair in College Park, MD Maryland 20740

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is something you shouldn't have to worry about often. When you get at your home, you should be able to tap the remote button and the door should open and then close without any problems. Yet, sadly, frustrating things occur, and it might not always work as you hope.

There are dozens of things which could go wrong with your garage door at any time. It could get stuck open, triggering a severe security danger. It could get stuck shut, making it to where you must leave your auto or items needing storage outdoors, susceptible to burglars, or bad weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck shut with your vehicle inside, and you may not be able to arrive at your job or an important place. A door that becomes stuck halfway is also a safety and security problem.

If you unintentionally backed your automobile into your garage door when attempting to back out of the garage and damaged the door in the process, try to stay calm. Many people have done this, mistakenly pushing down on the gas pedal instead of the brake. In areas with icy winters, it's not uncommon for people to slide on an ice covered driveway and bump into the garage door.

If you have 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 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 College Park, MD.

Some of the most frequent reasons people need garage door repair in College Park, Maryland are listed below:

Garage Door Won't Open or Shut

A garage door that won't open or close may be due to many different problems including broken springs or cables, broken or poorly of aligned sensors, or a broken garage door opener. Our College Park garage door service providers can perform an inspection to determine the cause and get it fixed for you.

Broken Garage Door Springs

Damaged springs are a common issue which happens after many years of use.  We can help with torsion or extension spring service, replacing broken springs, or adjusting springs for residential or commercial 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 pro 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 injure the garage door and make it difficult to open.  If you notice damaged hinges, get them fixed as soon as possible to prevent further damage.

Damaged Garage Door Panels

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

Garage door remotes

Garage door clickers can break down over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can solve it, but other times you might require a new remote to be set up.  Our College Park garage door service technicians can repair and program remotes, program car remotes, and also install outside garage door keypads.

Misaligned garage door

Keeping your garage door correctly aligned is very important, and will increase 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 sounds are often caused by unbalanced doors.  It's important to get this problem fixed sooner rather than later to keep other damage from happening.

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 critters out.

Rattling Garage Door Noises

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

Garage Door Scraping Noises

Scraping sounds are frequently the result of unbalanced doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

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

Rubbing Noise Garage Door

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

Grinding Noise Garage Door

Grinding sounds might be caused by parts needing oiling, loose rollers or hinges, a stripped garage door opener gear, or an incorrectly installed opener.

Slapping Garage Door Sound

Slapping sounds are sometimes 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 could be caused by torsion spring issues.

Emergency Garage Door Repair in College Park, MD

Our College Park, MD garage specialists offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be hard to locate emergency help. If you are encountering a garage emergency, phone us immediately for assistance.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The normal lifespan of a garage door opener is approximately 10-15 years. Regular upkeep, lubrication, and making certain your garage door is balanced will help extend the lifespan of your opener. For safety reasons, if you own a garage door opener that was produced before 1993, it’s recommended to have it replaced and not fixed. Newer machines have the added benefit of being much quieter and often have included back up battery functionality. Phone us today if you want a new garage door opener connected.

New Garage Doors

After you have done repeated repairs or service on your garage door, if it is still not working properly, then it may be time to consider replacing the garage door completely. Brand new doors have a wide scope of benefits, one of which is bettering the curb appeal of your house and increasing home values and adding better security and safety. New garage doors are equipped with the most current safety and security standards to protect your home and belongings. Newer doors also offer better insulation and might aid in regulating the temperature of your home's interior and also make the garage space more climate controlled.