Garage Door Repair in Forest Hills, NY New York 11375

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is an item you shouldn't have to think about frequently. When you arrive at your home, you need to be able to touch the remote button and the door ought to open and then close without any problems. Yet, unfortunately, bad things occur, and it doesn't 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 serious security issue. It could get stuck shut, requiring you to leave your auto or things needing storage outdoors, vulnerable to burglars, or bad weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck shut with your auto inside, and you may not be able to arrive at your job or an important place. A door that becomes stuck midway is also a safety and security issue.

If you unintentionally backed your automobile into your garage door when trying to leave the garage and damaged the panels in the process, try to stay clear headed. Many individuals have done this, accidentally pushing down on the accelerator instead of the brake pedal. In areas with icy winters, it's common 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 deal with the problem quickly. Garage door dents not only hurt your home's curb appeal, it can trigger a possible safety and security threat and also leave your garage door vulnerable to more damage.

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

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Shut

A garage door that won't open or shut could be caused by a variety of different issues including broken springs and cables, broken or misaligned sensors, or a broken garage door opener. Our Forest Hills garage door pros can perform an inspection to determine the issue and get it fixed for you.

Damaged Garage Door Springs

Broken springs are a common complaint which arises 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.

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 a lot of use.  Broken hinges can injure 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.

Dented Garage Door Panels

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

Garage door remotes

Garage door remotes can have issues over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can do the trick, but other times you could need a new remote to be programmed.  Our Forest Hills 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 increase the life of both your garage door and garage door opener.  If something is not working right, 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 fixed 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.  Repairing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep unwanted wildlife outside.

Rattling Garage Door Noises

Rattling noises may be the result of loose nuts or bolts, dry parts needing lubrication , misaligned doors, or a garage door opener that was not properly put in.

Garage Door Scraping Sounds

Scraping noises are sometimes the result of misaligned doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

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

Rubbing Sound Garage Door

Rubbing could be caused by bent tracks or a jammed or tight track which needs adjusting.

Grinding Noise Garage Door

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

Slapping Garage Door Noise

Slapping sounds are frequently caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Sound

Vibrating noises are sometimes caused by loose parts or rollers needing lubrication.

Popping Noise Garage Door

Popping noises might be the result of torsion spring problems.

24 hour Emergency Service in Forest Hills, NY

Our Forest Hills, NY garage specialists offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be difficult to locate emergency help. If you are experiencing a garage emergency, contact us immediately for help.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The standard lifespan of a garage door opener is about 10-15 years. Regular maintenance, greasing, and making certain your garage door is balanced will increase the lifespan of your opener. For safety reasons, if you have a garage door opener that was purchased before 1993, it’s recommended to have it replaced and not fixed. Newer openers have the extra perk of being much quieter and often contain back up battery systems. Contact us today if you would like a new garage door opener put in.

New Garage Doors

When you have done multiple repairs or maintenance service on your garage door, but it still is not working correctly, then it may be time to contemplate replacing the garage door completely. New doors have a full scope of benefits, among which is bettering the curb appeal of your home and increasing home values and providing better security and safety. New garage doors have the most current safety and security requirements to protect your home and belongings. New doors also provide superior insulation and may help regulate the temperature of your home's interior as well as make the garage space more comfortable.