Garage Door Repair in Durham, NC North Carolina 27713

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is a thing you do not want to need to worry about frequently. When you arrive at your home, you need to be able to press the remote button and the door ought to open and shut without any problems. Yet, sadly, bad things happen, and it may not always work as you expect.

There are a multitude of things which may go wrong with your garage door at any minute. It could get stuck open, causing a security problem. It could get stuck shut, requiring you to leave your automobile or things needing storing outside, vulnerable to thieves, or inclement weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck closed with your automobile 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 unintentionally backed your car into your door when trying to drive out of the garage and harmed the door in the process, try to relax. Many people have done this, accidentally pressing the accelerator instead of the brake. In areas with icy winters, it's not uncommon 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 address the problem quickly. Garage door dents not only hurt your home's appearance, it can trigger a prospective safety and security threat and also leave your door prone to further damage.

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

Some of the most frequent reasons people need garage door repair in Durham, North Carolina are listed here:

Garage Door Won't Open or Close

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

Damaged Garage Door Springs

Damaged springs are a common issue which appears after many years of use.  We can assist with torsion or extension spring maintenance, replacing broken springs, or performing spring adjustment for residential or commercial 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 fix torn cables.

Broken Garage Door Hinges

Hardware and hinges can wear out with frequent use.  Broken hinges can damage the garage door and make it hard to open.  If you spot damaged hinges, get them fixed as soon as you can to prevent additional damage.

Damaged Garage Door Panels

If your garage door panels are damaged, or the hardware needs fixing, our contractors can get this repaired for you.  Our Durham 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 fix it, but other times you may require a new remote to be set up.  Our Durham garage door service technicians can replace and program garage remotes, program car remotes, and also install 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 out of whack, give us a call to get it fixed.

Garage Door Banging Sound

Banging sounds are often caused by misaligned doors.  It's best to get this problem addressed sooner rather than later to prevent other damage from happening.

Weather Stripping Repair

As your garage door ages, the weather stripping or trim may break down and need repair.  Replacing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep undesirable animals out.

Rattling Garage Door Noises

Rattling noises may be caused by loose nuts or bolts, dry parts needing to be lubricated , unbalanced doors, or a garage door opener that was not correctly put in.

Garage Door Scraping Noises

Scraping sounds are often the result of unbalanced doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

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

Rubbing Noise 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 oiling, loose rollers or hinges, a stripped garage door opener gear, or an improperly hung opener.

Slapping Garage Door Sound

Slapping noises are frequently caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Noise

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

Popping Sound Garage Door

Popping sounds may be the result of torsion spring issues.

24 hour Emergency Service in Durham, NC

Our Durham, NC garage experts offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be challenging to find emergency assitance. If you are having a garage emergency, call us immediately for assistance.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The median lifespan of a garage door opener is about 10-15 years. Regular upkeep, lubrication, and checking that your garage door is balanced will help extend the lifespan of your opener. For safety reasons, if you own a garage door opener which was built before 1993, it’s always advisable to have it replaced instead of fixed. Newer openers have the bonus of being significantly quieter and often have included back up batteries. Contact us today if you would like a new garage door opener put in.

New Garage Doors

After doing multiple repairs or service on your garage door, if it still is not working correctly, then it might be time to consider replacing the garage door completely. Brand new doors have a full scope of benefits, among which is improving the curb appeal of your house and improving home values and providing better security and safeguards. Brand new garage doors contain the most current safety and security standards to protect your home and all it contains. New doors also give more insulation and might aid in regulating the temperature of your home's interior as well as make the garage space more climate controlled.