Garage Door Repair in Kalamazoo, MI Michigan 49009

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is an item you should not need to think about often. When you arrive at your home, you need to be able to touch the remote button and the door ought to open and shut without any problems. Yet, sadly, frustrating things occur, and it may not always function as you hope.

There are a multitude of things which could go wrong with your garage door at any moment. It could get stuck open, causing a security problem. It could get stuck shut, making it to where you must leave your automobile or products needing storing outdoors, open to burglars, or inclement weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck shut with your automobile inside, and you may not be able to go to your job or an important appointment. A door that becomes stuck midway is also a safety and security problem.

If you by accident backed your car into your door when attempting to back out of the garage and damaged the door in the process, try to stay clear headed. Many individuals have done this, mistakenly pressing the accelerator instead of the brake pedal. In areas with icy winters, it's common for people to slide on an ice covered driveway and smash into the garage door.

If you experience damage or any other thing wrong with your garage door, you will need to deal with the situation soon. Garage door dents not only hurt your property's curb appeal, it can trigger a possible safety and security threat and also leave your door vulnerable to further damage.

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

Some of the most common reasons people need garage door repair in Kalamazoo, Michigan are listed here:

Garage Door Won't Open or Shut

A garage door that won't open or shut may be from various different problems including broken springs or cables, broken or poorly of aligned sensors, or a broken garage door opener. Our Kalamazoo garage door technicians can perform an inspection to determine the cause and get it repaired for you.

Damaged Garage Door Springs

Broken springs are a common complaint which arises after years of use.  We can help with torsion or extension spring maintenance, replacing broken springs, or performing spring adjustment for residential or business properties.  We can also assist with both torque master and torsion springs.

Damaged or Frayed Garage Door Cables

Cables wear out over time.  We'll get someone out to install new cables or repair broken 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 impossible to open.  If you notice broken 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 service pros can get this fixed for you.  Our Kalamazoo providers work with wooden garage doors, steel garage doors, and vinyl garage doors.

Garage door remotes

Garage door controllers can break down over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can fix it, but other times you could need a new remote to be programmed.  Our Kalamazoo garage door pros can repair and program garage remotes, 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 extend the life of both your garage door and garage door opener.  If something is out of whack, give us a call to get it fixed.

Garage Door Banging Sound

Banging noises are frequently caused by misaligned doors.  It's important to get this problem repaired 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 unwanted critters outside.

Rattling Garage Door Noises

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

Garage Door Scraping Sounds

Scraping sounds are usually the result of misaligned doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

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

Rubbing Noise Garage Door

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

Grinding Sound Garage Door

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

Slapping Garage Door Sound

Slapping sounds are generally 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 noises may be the result of torsion spring problems.

Emergency Garage Door Repair in Kalamazoo, MI

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

Garage Door Opener Installation

The average life of a garage door opener is approximately 10-15 years. Routine maintenance, 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 purchased before 1993, it’s advisable to have it replaced and not fixed. Newer units have the added perk of being much quieter and sometimes contain back up battery systems. Phone us today if you would like a new garage door opener connected.

New Garage Doors

After you have done repeated repairs or service on your garage door, if it’s still not working properly, then it may be time to think about replacing the garage door completely. Brand new doors have a full range of benefits, among which is improving the curb appeal of your house and improving home values and adding improved security and safeguards. New garage doors contain the most current safety and security requirements to protect your family and belongings. Newer doors also provide superior insulation and could help regulate the temperature of your home's interior and also make the garage space more comfortable.