Garage Door Repair in Merrick, NY New York 11566

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is something you don't want to need to worry about very much. When you arrive at your home, you need to be able to press the remote button and the door ought to open and then close without any issues. Yet, sadly, frustrating things happen, and it might not always function as you expect.

There are dozens of things which may stop working with your garage door at any time. It could get stuck open, causing a serious security issue. It could get stuck closed, making it to where you must leave your automobile or items needing storage outside, vulnerable to thieves, or inclement weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck closed with your vehicle 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 by accident backed your car into your garage door when trying to leave the garage and harmed the panels in the process, try to relax. Many individuals have done this, mistakenly pressing the accelerator instead of the brake. In areas with icy winters, it's common for people to slide on a frozen driveway and bump into the garage door.

If you have damage or something else wrong with your door, you will need to deal with the issue quickly. Garage door damage not only hurts your home's appearance, it can cause a prospective safety and security issue and also leave your garage door prone to more damage.

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

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Shut

A garage door that won't open or close may be from a variety of different issues including broken springs or cables, broken or misaligned sensors, or a broken garage door opener. Our Merrick garage door technicians can perform an inspection to determine the reason and get it working again for you.

Broken Garage Door Springs

Damaged springs are a common issue which happens after years of use.  We can assist with torsion or extension spring service, replacing broken springs, or adjusting springs for residential or business properties.  We can also assist with both torque master and torsion springs.

Damaged or Frayed Garage Door Cables

Cables break over time.  We'll get someone out to install new cables or fix broken 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 repaired as soon as you can to prevent further damage.

Damaged Garage Door Panels

If your garage door panels are damaged, or the hardware needs repairing, our service technicians can get this fixed for you.  Our Merrick team members work with wooden garage doors, steel garage doors, and vinyl garage doors.

Garage door clickers

Garage door remotes can stop working over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can solve it, but other times you may need a new remote to be programmed.  Our Merrick garage door service technicians can replace and program garage remotes, set up vehicle remotes, and also put in exterior garage door keypads.

Misaligned 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 noises are frequently caused by out of balance doors.  It's important to get this problem addressed sooner rather than later to keep other damage from taking place.

Weather Stripping Repair

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

Rattling Garage Door Sounds

Rattling sounds may be the result of loose nuts or bolts, dry parts needing to be lubricated , unbalanced doors, or a garage door opener that was not properly put in.

Garage Door Scraping Noises

Scraping noises are usually caused by misaligned doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking noises might be due to a loose roller or hinge, parts needing oiling, or unbalanced doors.

Rubbing Noise Garage Door

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

Grinding Noise Garage Door

Grinding noises could be caused by parts needing grease, loose rollers or hinges, a stripped garage door opener gear, or an incorrectly installed opener.

Slapping Garage Door Sound

Slapping noises are sometimes caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Noise

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

Popping Sound Garage Door

Popping sounds might be caused by torsion spring issues.

24/7 Emergency Service in Merrick, NY

Our Merrick, NY garage techs offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be hard to locate emergency help. If you are having a garage emergency, call us immediately for assistance.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The median lifespan of a garage door opener is about 10-15 years. Proper maintenance, lubrication, and checking that your garage door is balanced will help extend the lifespan of your opener. For safety and security reasons, if you have a garage door opener which was purchased before 1993, it’s always recommended to have it replaced instead of fixed. Newer units have the extra perk of being much quieter and often have back up battery systems. Phone us today if you need a new garage door opener put up.

New Garage Doors

After doing repeated repairs or maintenance on your garage door, if it still isn't functioning correctly, then it might be time to contemplate replacing the garage door completely. Brand new doors have a wide range of benefits, among which is improving the curb appeal of your home and improving home values and adding better security and safety. New garage doors have the most up to date safety and security standards to protect your family and belongings. New doors also offer 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.