Garage Door Repair in Hornell, NY New York 14843

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is a thing you do not want to need to think about often. When you get at your house, you should be able to tap the remote button and the door ought to open and then close without any issues. Yet, unfortunately, bad things happen, and it might not always work as you hope.

There are dozens of things which could stop working with your garage door at any minute. It could get stuck open, causing a security problem. It could get stuck shut, requiring you to leave your car or items needing storing outside, open to burglars, or inclement weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck closed with your automobile inside, and you may not be able to go to your job or an important appointment. A door that becomes stuck midway is also a safety and security issue.

If you unintentionally reversed your car into your garage door when trying to leave the garage and damaged the door in the process, try to relax. Many people have done this, accidentally pushing down on the gas instead of the brake pedal. In areas with icy winters, it's not uncommon for people to slide on an icy driveway and bump into the garage door.

If you experience damage or anything else wrong with your garage door, you will need to deal with the problem soon. Garage door damage not only hurts your residence's curb appeal, it can trigger a possible safety and security issue and also leave your garage door prone to additional damage.

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

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Close

A garage door that won't open or shut may be from various different problems including broken springs or cables, broken or damaged sensors, or a damaged garage door opener. Our Hornell garage door technicians can perform an evaluation to determine the reason and get it repaired for you.

Broken Garage Door Springs

Damaged springs are a common issue which appears after years of use.  We can assist with torsion or extension spring service, 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 wear out over time.  We'll get a service pro out to install new cables or fix 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 hard to open.  If you see broken hinges, get them fixed as soon as possible to prevent further damage.

Broken Garage Door Panels

If your garage door panels are broken, or the hardware needs repairing, our service technicians can get this repaired for you.  Our Hornell providers work with wooden garage doors, steel garage doors, and vinyl garage doors.

Garage door clickers

Garage door controllers can stop working over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can fix it, but other times you might require a new remote to be set up.  Our Hornell garage door contractors can repair and program remote controls, program car 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 Noise

Banging sounds are often caused by out of balance doors.  It's important to get this issue fixed sooner rather than later to keep other damage from taking place.

Weather Stripping Repair

As your garage door ages, the weather stripping or trim may break down and need replacement.  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 lubrication , misaligned doors, or a garage door opener that was not properly installed.

Garage Door Scraping Sounds

Scraping noises are sometimes due to misaligned doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking sounds might be caused from a loose roller or hinge, parts needing greasing, or unbalanced doors.

Rubbing Sound Garage Door

Rubbing could be due to bent tracks or a jammed or tight track which needs fixing.

Grinding Noise Garage Door

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

Slapping Garage Door Noise

Slapping noises are sometimes caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Noise

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

Popping Noise Garage Door

Popping noises could be the result of torsion spring problems.

24/7 Emergency Service in Hornell, NY

Our Hornell, NY garage experts offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be challenging to find emergency assitance. If you are experiencing a garage emergency, phone us immediately for help.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The standard lifespan of a garage door opener is approximately 10-15 years. Proper upkeep, oiling, and checking that your garage door is in balance will help extend the life 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 and not fixed. Newer units have the added perk of being much quieter and often come with back up batteries. Phone us today if you need a new garage door opener installed.

New Garage Doors

After doing repeated repairs or maintenance service on your garage door, if it still is not working correctly, then it may be time to consider replacing the garage door completely. Brand new doors have a wide spectrum of benefits, among which is improving the curb appeal of your home and improving home values and providing increased security and safety. Brand new garage doors have the most current safety and security requirements to protect your home and belongings. Newer doors also offer superior insulation and might aid in regulating the temperature of your house and also make the garage space more comfortable.