Garage Door Repair in Elmont, NY New York 11003

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is something you should not need to think about often. When you arrive at your residence, you should be able to tap the remote button and the door ought to open and close without any problems. Yet, regrettably, bad things happen, and it doesn't always work as you hope.

There are a multitude of things which may fail with your garage door at any time. It could get stuck open, causing a security problem. It could get stuck shut, requiring you to leave your auto or products needing storage outside, susceptible to thieves, or inclement weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck closed with your car inside, and you may not be able to get to your job or an important appointment. A door that becomes stuck halfway is also a safety and security problem.

If you by accident backed your automobile into your garage door when attempting to back out of the garage and damaged the panels in the process, try to relax. Many people have done this, mistakenly pressing the accelerator instead of the brake pedal. 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 something else wrong with your door, you will need to address the issue soon. Garage door dents not only hurt your property's curb appeal, 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 Elmont, NY.

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Shut

A garage door that won't open or close might be caused by a variety of different problems including broken springs and cables, broken or damaged sensors, or a broken garage door opener. Our Elmont garage door technicians can do an evaluation to determine the reason and get it repaired for you.

Broken Garage Door Springs

Damaged springs are a common issue which happens after many years of use.  We can help with torsion or extension spring maintenance, repairing broken springs, or performing spring adjustment for residential 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 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 difficult to open.  If you see broken hinges, get them repaired as soon as possible to prevent further damage.

Damaged Garage Door Panels

If your garage door panels are damaged, or the hardware needs replacing, our service pros can get this fixed for you.  Our Elmont team members 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 do the trick, but other times you may need a new remote to be programmed.  Our Elmont garage door service technicians can repair and program remote controls, set up vehicle remotes, and also install exterior garage door keypads.

Improperly aligned 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 frequently caused by out of balance 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 ages, the weather stripping or trim may break down and need repair.  Repairing 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 greasing , misaligned doors, or a garage door opener that was not properly put in.

Garage Door Scraping Noises

Scraping noises are sometimes caused by misaligned doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking noises could 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 Sound Garage Door

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

Slapping Garage Door Noise

Slapping noises are often caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Sound

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

Popping Noise Garage Door

Popping sounds might be caused by torsion spring issues.

Emergency Garage Door Repair in Elmont, NY

Our Elmont, NY garage specialists offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be hard to find emergency help. If you are encountering a garage emergency, contact us immediately for assistance.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The median lifespan of a garage door opener is roughly 10-15 years. General upkeep, lubing, and checking that your garage door is in balance will help extend the lifespan of your opener. For safety reasons, if you have a garage door opener that was produced before 1993, it’s recommended to have it replaced instead of fixed. Newer units have the bonus of being a lot quieter and frequently come with back up battery systems. Contact us today if you would like to have a new garage door opener installed.

New Garage Doors

After doing multiple repairs or maintenance on your garage door, if it’s still not working properly, then it may be time to consider replacing the garage door completely. New doors have a wide range of benefits, among which is bettering the curb appeal of your house and improving home values and adding better security and safety. New garage doors have the most current safety and security standards to protect your home and all it contains. New doors also provide better insulation and could help regulate the temperature of your home and also make the garage space more climate controlled.