Garage Door Repair in Elmira, NY New York 14901

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is something you should not need to think about frequently. When you arrive at your residence, you need to be able to touch the remote button and the door should open and then close without any issues. Yet, unfortunately, bad things happen, and it might not always function as you hope.

There are many different things which could go wrong with your garage door at any time. It could get stuck open, causing a serious security issue. It could get stuck closed, requiring you to leave your auto or items needing storing outdoors, vulnerable to thieves, or bad weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck shut with your automobile inside, and you may not be able to arrive at your job or an important appointment. A door that becomes stuck midway is also a safety and security problem.

If you unintentionally backed your car into your door when attempting to drive out of the garage and harmed the panels in the process, try to stay clear headed. Many people have done this, mistakenly pushing down on the gas instead of the brake. In areas with icy winters, it's not uncommon for people to slide on an ice covered driveway and crash into the garage door.

If you experience damage or something else wrong with your door, you will need to take care of the issue soon. Garage door damage not only hurts your home's appearance, it can cause a possible safety and security issue and also leave your garage door vulnerable to more damage.

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

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Shut

A garage door that won't open or shut may be from many different issues including broken springs or cables, broken or damaged sensors, or a damaged garage door opener. Our Elmira garage door service pros can perform an evaluation to determine the cause and get it repaired for you.

Damaged Garage Door Springs

Damaged springs are a frequent issue which appears after years of use.  We can assist with torsion or extension spring service, repairing 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 can break 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 see damaged hinges, get them fixed as soon as you can to prevent further damage.

Broken Garage Door Panels

If your garage door panels are broken, or the hardware needs fixing, our contractors can get this repaired for you.  Our Elmira team members work with wooden garage doors, steel garage doors, and vinyl garage doors.

Garage door remotes

Garage door remotes can stop working over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can fix it, but other times you could require a new remote to be programmed.  Our Elmira garage door pros can replace and program remote controls, program car remotes, and also install exterior garage door keypads.

Misaligned garage door

Keeping your garage door properly aligned is very important, and will increase 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 important to get this problem addressed sooner rather than later to prevent other damage from taking place.

Weather Stripping Repair

As your garage door gets older, the weather stripping or trim may break down and need replacement.  Replacing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep unwanted animals outside.

Rattling Garage Door Noises

Rattling sounds may be caused by loose nuts or bolts, dry parts needing oiling , misaligned doors, or a garage door opener that was not properly installed.

Garage Door Scraping Noises

Scraping sounds are generally due to unbalanced doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking sounds might be due to a loose roller or hinge, parts needing oiling, 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 sounds 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 Sound

Slapping sounds are often caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Sound

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

Popping Noise Garage Door

Popping noises could be caused by torsion spring problems.

Emergency Garage Door Repair in Elmira, NY

Our Elmira, NY garage specialists offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be hard to locate emergency help. If you are experiencing a garage emergency, phone us right away for assistance.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The standard lifespan of a garage door opener is roughly 10-15 years. Routine maintenance, lubing, and making certain your garage door is balanced will aid in extending the life of your opener. For safety reasons, if you have a garage door opener that was built before 1993, it’s recommended to have it replaced and not repaired. Newer openers have the added perk of being significantly quieter and frequently have back up battery functionality. Contact us today if you want a new garage door opener put up.

New Garage Doors

After you have done multiple repairs or service on your garage door, but it is still not functioning correctly, then it might be time to contemplate replacing the garage door . New doors have a full range of benefits, not limited to improving the curb appeal of your property and raising home values and providing increased security and safeguards. New garage doors contain the most up to date safety and security standards to keep your family and belongings safe. New doors also provide the best insulation and might aid in regulating the temperature of your home's interior as well as make the garage space more climate controlled.