Garage Door Repair in Big Rapids, MI Michigan 49307

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is a thing you should not have to worry about frequently. When you get at your home, you should be able to tap the remote button and the door should open and shut without any issues. Yet, regrettably, frustrating things occur, and it might not always work as you hope.

There are a lot of things which could stop working with your garage door at any minute. It could get stuck open, triggering a severe security danger. It could get stuck closed, requiring you to leave your car or items needing storage outside, vulnerable to thieves, or inclement weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck closed with your car 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 issue.

If you by accident reversed your automobile into your door when attempting to drive out of the garage and harmed the panels in the process, try to stay calm. Many people have done this, unintentionally pushing down on the gas 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 door, you will need to address the issue soon. Garage door damage not only hurts your home's curb appeal, it can cause a prospective safety and security threat and also leave your garage door vulnerable to more damage.

Call us today at (877) 959-3534 for garage door repair service in Big Rapids, MI.

Some of the most frequent reasons people need garage door repair in Big Rapids, Michigan are listed below:

Garage Door Won't Open or Shut

A garage door that won't open or close could be due to many different issues including broken springs and cables, broken or damaged sensors, or a broken garage door opener. Our Big Rapids garage door pros can perform an inspection to determine the issue and get it repaired for you.

Broken Garage Door Springs

Broken springs are a frequent complaint which appears after a lot of use.  We can assist with torsion or extension spring service, replacing broken springs, or adjusting springs for residential or business properties.  We can also help with both torque master and torsion springs.

Damaged or Frayed Garage Door Cables

Cables wear out over time.  We'll get a service technician out to install new cables or repair broken cables.

Broken Garage Door Hinges

Hardware and hinges can wear out with regular use.  Broken hinges can damage the garage door and make it hard to open.  If you see broken 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 pros can get this repaired for you.  Our Big Rapids 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 solve it, but other times you might require a new remote to be programmed.  Our Big Rapids garage door contractors can repair and program remotes, set up vehicle remotes, and also put in exterior garage door keypads.

Improperly aligned 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 not working right, give us a call to get it fixed.

Garage Door Banging Sound

Banging sounds are frequently caused by out of balance doors.  It's important to get this problem addressed sooner rather than later to keep other damage from taking place.

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 critters out.

Rattling Garage Door Sounds

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

Garage Door Scraping Sounds

Scraping sounds are often the result of unbalanced doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

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

Rubbing Sound Garage Door

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

Grinding Noise Garage Door

Grinding noises might 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 sounds are sometimes caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Sound

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

Popping Sound Garage Door

Popping sounds might be the result of torsion spring issues.

Emergency Garage Door Repair in Big Rapids, MI

Our Big Rapids, MI garage pros offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be challenging to find emergency help. If you are experiencing a garage emergency, call us immediately for help.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The normal life of a garage door opener is about 10-15 years. Proper upkeep, greasing, and taking care to be sure your garage door is in balance will increase the lifespan of your opener. For safety reasons, if you have a garage door opener which was built before 1993, it’s always recommended to have it replaced instead of repaired. Newer openers have the extra perk of being a lot quieter and often come with back up batteries. Phone us today if you would like to have a new garage door opener put up.

New Garage Doors

After performing repeated repairs or maintenance on your garage door, if it is still not working properly, then it may be time to consider replacing the garage door completely. Newer doors have a broad spectrum of benefits, among which is improving the curb appeal of your house and increasing home values and adding improved security and safety. New garage doors contain the most current safety and security standards to keep your family and property safe. New doors also give more insulation and might help regulate the temperature of your home's interior and also make the garage space more comfortable.