Garage Door Repair in Takoma Park, MD Maryland 20912

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is an item you do not want to have to think about frequently. When you get at your home, you need to be able to tap the remote button and the door ought to open and then close without any issues. Yet, regrettably, frustrating things happen, and it doesn't always function as you hope.

There are many different things which might fail with your garage door at any moment. It could get stuck open, causing a serious security issue. It could get stuck closed, making it to where you must leave your auto or things needing storing outdoors, vulnerable to burglars, or inclement weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck closed with your car inside, and you may not be able to get to your job or an important place. A door that becomes stuck half open is also a safety and security issue.

If you by accident backed your automobile into your door when attempting to back out of the garage and harmed the panels in the process, try to relax. Many individuals have done this, accidentally pressing the gas pedal instead of the brake. 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 have damage or something else wrong with your door, you will need to address the problem quickly. Garage door damage not only hurts your property's curb appeal, it can cause a prospective safety and security threat and also leave your door vulnerable to more damage.

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

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Close

A garage door that won't open or shut could be from a variety of different problems including broken springs or cables, broken or poorly of aligned sensors, or a damaged garage door opener. Our Takoma Park garage door service providers can do an inspection to figure out the issue and get it working again for you.

Damaged Garage Door Springs

Damaged springs are a frequent complaint which happens after years of use.  We can help with torsion or extension spring maintenance, 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 break over time.  We'll get someone out to install new cables or repair torn 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 hard to open.  If you notice damaged hinges, get them fixed as soon as possible to prevent additional damage.

Broken Garage Door Panels

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

Garage door remotes

Garage door controllers can have issues over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can do the trick, but other times you might need a new remote to be programmed.  Our Takoma Park garage door pros can repair and program remote controls, set up vehicle remotes, and also put in exterior garage door keypads.

Misaligned garage door

Keeping your garage door properly aligned is very important, and will increase 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 Sound

Banging sounds are often caused by misaligned doors.  It's important 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.  Replacing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep unwanted critters out.

Rattling Garage Door Noises

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

Garage Door Scraping Noises

Scraping noises are generally due to misaligned doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking noises might be due to a loose roller or hinge, parts needing lubrication, or unbalanced doors.

Rubbing Noise Garage Door

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

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 Noise

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

Popping Sound Garage Door

Popping noises may be the result of torsion spring issues.

24/7 Emergency Service in Takoma Park, MD

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

Garage Door Opener Installation

The standard lifespan of a garage door opener is about 10-15 years. Proper maintenance, greasing, and making sure your garage door is in balance will help extend the life of your opener. For safety and security reasons, if you have a garage door opener that was produced before 1993, it’s always advisable to have it replaced and not fixed. Newer openers have the extra perk of being much quieter and frequently have back up battery functionality. Phone us today if you want a new garage door opener put up.

New Garage Doors

When you have done repeated repairs or maintenance on your garage door, if it still isn't functioning properly, then it might be time to consider replacing the garage door . Newer doors have a wide range of benefits, one of which is improving the curb appeal of your property and improving home values and providing increased security and safety. Brand new garage doors have the most up to date safety and security requirements to protect your home and all it contains. New doors additionally provide more insulation and could aid in regulating the temperature of your home as well as make the garage space more climate controlled.