Garage Door Repair in Astoria, NY New York 11106

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is an item you shouldn't have to worry about very much. When you arrive at your house, you should be able to press the remote button and the door should open or close without any issues. Yet, regrettably, bad things happen, and it does not always work as you would like.

There are dozens of things which may stop working 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 items needing storage outdoors, vulnerable to burglars, or bad weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck closed with your car inside, and you may not be able to go to your job or an important place. A door that becomes stuck halfway is also a safety and security issue.

If you unintentionally backed your automobile into your garage 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 gas pedal instead of the brake. In areas with icy winters, it's not uncommon for people to slide on an icy driveway and smash into the garage door.

If you experience damage or anything else wrong with your door, you will need to address the issue quickly. Garage door dents not only hurt your property's curb appeal, it can trigger 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 Astoria, NY.

Some of the most common reasons people need garage door repair in Astoria, New York are listed below:

Garage Door Won't Open or Close

A garage door that won't open or close might be caused by many different issues including broken springs and cables, broken or misaligned sensors, or a broken garage door opener. Our Astoria garage door pros can perform an evaluation to figure out the reason and get it repaired for you.

Broken Garage Door Springs

Damaged springs are a frequent complaint which appears after many years of use.  We can assist with torsion or extension spring maintenance, 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 someone out to install new cables or fix damaged cables.

Broken Garage Door Hinges

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

Dented Garage Door Panels

If your garage door panels are damaged, or the hardware needs fixing, our service technicians can get this repaired for you.  Our Astoria 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 may need a new remote to be programmed.  Our Astoria garage door service technicians can replace and program garage remotes, set up car 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 misaligned, give us a call to get it fixed.

Garage Door Banging Noise

Banging sounds are often caused by unbalanced doors.  It's best to get this issue repaired 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 repair.  Replacing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep unwanted critters out.

Rattling Garage Door Noises

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

Garage Door Scraping Noises

Scraping sounds are often caused by misaligned doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking noises may be caused by a loose roller or hinge, parts needing oiling, or unbalanced doors.

Rubbing Sound Garage Door

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

Grinding Noise Garage Door

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

Slapping Garage Door Noise

Slapping noises are frequently caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Sound

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

Popping Sound Garage Door

Popping noises may be the result of torsion spring issues.

Emergency Garage Door Repair in Astoria, NY

Our Astoria, NY garage experts offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be challenging to locate emergency assitance. If you are having a garage emergency, call us right away for assistance.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The normal life of a garage door opener is approximately 10-15 years. General maintenance, lubing, and checking that your garage door is balanced will aid in extending the lifespan of your opener. For safety and security reasons, if you own a garage door opener which was built before 1993, it’s recommended to have it replaced and not repaired. Newer machines have the extra perk of being a lot quieter and often have back up batteries. Contact us today if you would like a new garage door opener put up.

New Garage Doors

After you have done multiple repairs or service on your garage door, if it’s still not working correctly, then it may be time to consider replacing the garage door completely. Newer doors have a broad spectrum of benefits, not limited to bettering the curb appeal of your property and improving home values and providing improved security and safety. Brand new garage doors are equipped with the most current safety and security requirements to protect your family and belongings. Newer doors also provide more insulation and might help regulate the temperature of your home's interior and also make the garage space more climate controlled.