Garage Door Repair in East Elmhurst, NY New York 11370

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is an item you do not want to have to worry about very much. When you arrive at your home, you should be able to press the remote button and the door should open and then close without any issues. Yet, sadly, frustrating things occur, and it might not always work as you would like.

There are a lot of things which could go wrong with your garage door at any minute. It could get stuck open, triggering a severe security danger. It could get stuck closed, making it to where you must leave your automobile or items needing storage outside, susceptible to burglars, 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 half open is also a safety and security issue.

If you accidentally backed your car into your door when attempting to back out of the garage and hurt the door in the process, try to relax. Many individuals 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 a frozen driveway and smash into the garage door.

If you have damage or anything else wrong with your door, you will need to take care of the problem quickly. Garage door dents not only hurt your property's curb appeal, it can trigger a possible safety and security issue and also leave your door vulnerable to additional damage.

Call us today at (877) 959-3534 for garage door repair service in East Elmhurst, NY.

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Close

A garage door that won't open or shut may be due to a variety of different problems including broken springs or cables, broken or misaligned sensors, or a broken garage door opener. Our East Elmhurst garage door service providers can do an inspection to figure out the cause and get it working again for you.

Broken Garage Door Springs

Broken springs are a common issue which appears after many years of use.  We can help with torsion or extension spring maintenance, replacing broken springs, or performing spring adjustment for single family 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 torn cables.

Broken Garage Door Hinges

Hardware and hinges can wear out with regular use.  Broken hinges can injure the garage door and make it impossible to open.  If you spot damaged hinges, get them fixed as soon as possible to prevent more damage.

Broken Garage Door Panels

If your garage door panels are damaged, or the hardware needs fixing, our service pros can get this repaired for you.  Our East Elmhurst team members work with wooden garage doors, steel garage doors, and vinyl garage doors.

Garage door clickers

Garage door remotes can break down over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can do the trick, but other times you could need a new remote to be programmed.  Our East Elmhurst garage door pros can repair and program garage 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 out of whack, give us a call to get it fixed.

Garage Door Banging Sound

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

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 outside.

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 correctly put in.

Garage Door Scraping Noises

Scraping noises are often caused by misaligned doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking sounds may be due to a loose roller or hinge, parts needing greasing, or misaligned 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 sounds may be caused by parts needing oiling, loose rollers or hinges, a stripped garage door opener gear, or an incorrectly installed opener.

Slapping Garage Door Sound

Slapping sounds are frequently caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Sound

Vibrating sounds are often caused by loose parts or rollers needing lubrication.

Popping Sound Garage Door

Popping sounds may be caused by torsion spring issues.

Emergency Garage Door Repair in East Elmhurst, NY

Our East Elmhurst, NY garage pros offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be difficult to locate emergency assitance. If you are having a garage emergency, phone us right away for help.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The standard life of a garage door opener is about 10-15 years. Proper upkeep, lubing, and making sure your garage door is in balance will aid in extending the life of your opener. For safety reasons, if you have a garage door opener which was produced before 1993, it’s recommended to have it replaced instead of repaired. Newer units have the added benefit of being significantly quieter and frequently have back up batteries. Phone us today if you need a new garage door opener installed.

New Garage Doors

After doing multiple repairs or service on your garage door, if it still is not functioning properly, then it may be time to consider replacing the garage door . New doors have a wide scope of benefits, not limited to bettering the curb appeal of your property and improving home values and adding better security and safeguards. Brand new garage doors are equipped with the most current safety and security requirements to keep your family and property safe. New doors additionally offer superior insulation and could aid in regulating the temperature of your house as well as make the garage space more comfortable.