Garage Door Repair in Amherst, OH Ohio 44001

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is a thing you should not have to worry about frequently. When you arrive at your residence, you need to be able to touch the remote button and the door should open and shut without any problems. Yet, regrettably, bad things occur, and it doesn't always function as you would like.

There are many different things which may go wrong 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 products needing storing outside, open to burglars, or inclement weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck shut with your auto inside, and you may not be able to get to your job or an important place. A door that becomes stuck halfway is also a safety and security issue.

If you by accident backed your car into your door when attempting to back out of the garage and damaged the panels in the process, try to stay calm. Many individuals have done this, accidentally pushing down on the gas instead of the brake. In areas with icy winters, it's not uncommon for people to slide on an icy driveway and collide into the garage door.

If you experience damage or any other thing wrong with your door, you will need to address the situation soon. Garage door dents not only hurt your home's curb appeal, it can trigger a prospective safety and security issue and also leave your door prone to additional damage.

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

Some of the most common reasons people need garage door repair in Amherst, Ohio are listed below:

Garage Door Won't Open or Shut

A garage door that won't open or shut might be from a variety of different problems including broken springs and cables, broken or misaligned sensors, or a broken garage door opener. Our Amherst garage door service pros can perform an inspection to determine the issue and get it fixed for you.

Broken Garage Door Springs

Broken springs are a common issue which arises after many years of use.  We can assist with torsion or extension spring maintenance, repairing broken springs, or adjusting springs for single family 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 repair 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 you can to prevent further damage.

Dented Garage Door Panels

If your garage door panels are broken, or the hardware needs repairing, our service pros can get this fixed for you.  Our Amherst providers 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 do the trick, but other times you could need a new remote to be programmed.  Our Amherst garage door service technicians can replace and program garage remotes, set up vehicle remotes, and also put in outside 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 misaligned, give us a call to get it repaired.

Garage Door Banging Noise

Banging sounds are frequently caused by misaligned doors.  It's best to get this problem repaired sooner rather than later to keep other damage from occurring.

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 undesirable wildlife out.

Rattling Garage Door Sounds

Rattling noises 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 Sounds

Scraping noises are often the result of 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 the result of bent tracks or a jammed or tight track which needs adjusting.

Grinding Noise Garage Door

Grinding sounds may be caused by parts needing lubrication, loose rollers or hinges, a stripped garage door opener gear, or an incorrectly hung opener.

Slapping Garage Door Noise

Slapping noises are generally caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Sound

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

Popping Sound Garage Door

Popping noises might be the result of torsion spring issues.

Emergency Garage Door Repair in Amherst, OH

Our Amherst, OH garage specialists offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be difficult to find emergency help. If you are encountering 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 maintenance, lubing, and taking care to be sure your garage door is in balance will increase the lifespan of your opener. For safety reasons, if you have a garage door opener which was built before 1993, it’s always advisable to have it replaced instead of repaired. Newer machines have the added benefit of being much quieter and frequently come with back up battery functionality. Contact us today if you would like a new garage door opener connected.

New Garage Doors

Once you have done repeated repairs or maintenance on your garage door, but it’s still not working properly, then it may be time to contemplate replacing the garage door completely. Brand new doors have a full range of benefits, including bettering the curb appeal of your home and raising home values and providing better security and safeguards. Brand new garage doors have the most up to date safety and security requirements to keep your family and property safe. Brand New doors also offer more insulation and might aid in regulating the temperature of your home's interior and also make the garage space more climate controlled.