Garage Door Repair in Riverdale, MD Maryland 20737

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is a thing you shouldn't need to worry about very much. When you get at your house, you want to be able to press the remote button and the door should open and then close without any issues. Yet, unfortunately, frustrating things happen, and it might not always function as you would like.

There are a lot of things which might stop working with your garage door at any time. It could get stuck open, causing a serious security issue. It could get stuck closed, requiring you to leave your car or items needing storage outdoors, open to burglars, or inclement weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck shut with your car inside, and you may not be able to arrive at your job or an important place. A door that becomes stuck midway is also a safety and security problem.

If you accidentally backed your car into your door when attempting to back out of the garage and harmed the door in the process, try to stay clear headed. Many people have done this, unintentionally pushing down on the gas pedal instead of the brake. In areas with icy winters, it's common for people to slide on an icy driveway and crash into the garage door.

If you experience damage or any other thing wrong with your garage door, you will need to address the issue soon. Garage door damage not only hurts your property's curb appeal, it can cause a possible 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 Riverdale, MD.

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Shut

A garage door that won't open or close might be from many different issues including broken springs and cables, broken or misaligned sensors, or a damaged garage door opener. Our Riverdale garage door technicians can do an inspection to figure out the cause and get it repaired for you.

Damaged Garage Door Springs

Broken springs are a frequent issue which appears after many years of use.  We can assist with torsion or extension spring service, replacing broken springs, or adjusting springs for single family or commercial properties.  We can also assist 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 spot damaged hinges, get them repaired as soon as you can to prevent further damage.

Dented Garage Door Panels

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

Garage door remotes

Garage door controllers can stop working over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can do the trick, but other times you might need a new remote to be programmed.  Our Riverdale garage door service technicians can replace and program remotes, program vehicle remotes, and also put in outside garage door keypads.

Misaligned 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 misaligned, give us a call to get it repaired.

Garage Door Banging Noise

Banging sounds are often caused by misaligned doors.  It's best to get this problem addressed 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 replacement.  Repairing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep undesirable critters outside.

Rattling Garage Door Noises

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

Garage Door Scraping Noises

Scraping noises are usually caused by unbalanced doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking noises could be the result of a loose roller or hinge, parts needing greasing, or unbalanced doors.

Rubbing Noise Garage Door

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

Grinding Sound Garage Door

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

Slapping Garage Door Sound

Slapping sounds are generally caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Sound

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

Popping Sound Garage Door

Popping sounds might be the result of torsion spring issues.

24 hour Emergency Service in Riverdale, MD

Our Riverdale, MD garage techs offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be difficult to find emergency help. If you are experiencing a garage emergency, phone us immediately for help.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The normal lifespan of a garage door opener is roughly 10-15 years. Proper maintenance, lubing, and taking care to be sure your garage door is in balance will help extend the lifespan of your opener. For safety reasons, if you own a garage door opener which was produced before 1993, it’s always advisable to have it replaced instead of fixed. Newer openers have the added perk of being much quieter and sometimes have back up battery systems. Phone us today if you want to have a new garage door opener connected.

New Garage Doors

After performing multiple repairs or maintenance on your garage door, but it is still not working correctly, then it may be time to think about replacing the garage door . Brand new doors have a full spectrum of benefits, one of which is bettering the curb appeal of your home and increasing home values and adding increased security and safety. Brand new garage doors have the most current safety and security requirements to keep your family and belongings safe. New doors also provide better insulation and might aid in regulating the temperature of your home and also make the garage space more comfortable.