Garage Door Repair in District Heights, MD Maryland 20747

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is an item you shouldn't need 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 and then close without any issues. Yet, unfortunately, bad things occur, and it does not always work as you hope.

There are dozens of things which may go wrong 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 storing outside, vulnerable to burglars, or inclement weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck shut with your auto 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 by accident reversed your car into your door when trying to drive out of the garage and hurt the door in the process, try to relax. Many individuals have done this, mistakenly pressing the accelerator instead of the brake. In areas with icy winters, it's not uncommon for people to slide on a frozen driveway and bump into the garage door.

If you experience damage or any other thing wrong with your garage door, you will need to address the problem quickly. Garage door damage not only hurts your property's appearance, it can cause a possible safety and security issue and also leave your door prone to further damage.

Call us today at (877) 959-3534 for garage door repair service in District Heights, MD.

Some of the most common reasons people need garage door repair in District Heights, Maryland are listed below:

Garage Door Won't Open or Shut

A garage door that won't open or shut might be due to a variety of different problems including broken springs and cables, broken or poorly of aligned sensors, or a broken garage door opener. Our District Heights garage door service pros can perform an evaluation to determine the reason and get it working again for you.

Broken Garage Door Springs

Broken springs are a frequent issue which happens after many years of use.  We can help with torsion or extension spring service, repairing broken springs, or performing spring adjustment for single family or business properties.  We can also help with both torque master and torsion springs.

Broken or Frayed Garage Door Cables

Cables can break over time.  We'll get a service technician out to install new cables or repair torn 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 broken hinges, get them repaired as soon as possible to prevent more damage.

Dented Garage Door Panels

If your garage door panels are broken, or the hardware needs replacing, our service technicians can get this repaired for you.  Our District Heights providers work with wooden garage doors, steel garage doors, and vinyl garage doors.

Garage door remotes

Garage door remotes can stop working over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can fix it, but other times you may require a new remote to be set up.  Our District Heights garage door contractors can replace and program remotes, program vehicle remotes, and also install outside 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 misaligned, 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 fixed sooner rather than later to prevent other damage from occurring.

Weather Stripping Repair

As your garage door gets older, the weather stripping or trim may deteriorate and need replacement.  Replacing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep undesirable animals outside.

Rattling Garage Door Noises

Rattling sounds may be due to loose nuts or bolts, dry parts needing lubrication , unbalanced doors, or a garage door opener that was not properly installed.

Garage Door Scraping Sounds

Scraping noises are sometimes the result of misaligned doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

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

Rubbing Sound Garage Door

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

Grinding Noise Garage Door

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

Slapping Garage Door Sound

Slapping sounds are often caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Noise

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

Popping Noise Garage Door

Popping noises might be the result of torsion spring problems.

Emergency Garage Door Repair in District Heights, MD

Our District Heights, MD garage pros offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be hard to locate emergency help. If you are having a garage emergency, contact us right away for assistance.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The standard lifespan of a garage door opener is about 10-15 years. Regular upkeep, lubing, and checking that your garage door is in balance will increase the lifespan of your opener. For safety and security reasons, if you own a garage door opener which was produced before 1993, it’s advisable to have it replaced instead of fixed. Newer units have the extra perk of being a lot quieter and often come with back up batteries. Contact us today if you want a new garage door opener installed.

New Garage Doors

After performing repeated repairs or maintenance on your garage door, but it’s still not working correctly, then it may be time to contemplate 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 providing improved security and safety. New garage doors are equipped with the most up to date safety and security standards to protect your family and belongings. Newer doors additionally offer better insulation and might help regulate the temperature of your home as well as make the garage space more comfortable.