Garage Door Repair in Hershey, PA Pennsylvania 17033

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is something you don't want to have to think about very much. When you get at your home, you should be able to tap the remote button and the door ought to open and shut without any issues. Yet, regrettably, bad things occur, and it may not always work as you hope.

There are dozens of things which could fail 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 auto or items needing storage outdoors, open to thieves, or inclement weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck closed with your car inside, and you may not be able to go to your job or an important appointment. A door that becomes stuck half open is also a safety and security issue.

If you accidentally backed your car into your garage door when trying to leave the garage and damaged the door in the process, try to stay calm. Many people have done this, unintentionally 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 bump into the garage door.

If you experience damage or any other thing wrong with your garage door, you will need to deal with the problem quickly. Garage door dents not only hurt your property's appearance, 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 Hershey, PA.

Some of the most frequent reasons people need garage door repair in Hershey, Pennsylvania are listed here:

Garage Door Won't Open or Close

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

Broken Garage Door Springs

Broken springs are a frequent complaint which appears after years of use.  We can assist with torsion or extension spring service, replacing broken springs, or adjusting springs for single family or business 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 technician out to install new cables or fix broken 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 notice broken hinges, get them fixed as soon as you can to prevent more damage.

Damaged Garage Door Panels

If your garage door panels are damaged, or the hardware needs repairing, our contractors can get this fixed for you.  Our Hershey providers work with wooden garage doors, steel garage doors, and vinyl garage doors.

Garage door remotes

Garage door controllers can break down over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can do the trick, but other times you could need a new remote to be programmed.  Our Hershey garage door contractors can replace and program remotes, program vehicle remotes, and also install exterior garage door keypads.

Improperly aligned garage door

Keeping your garage door correctly aligned is very important, and will increase the life of both your garage door and garage door opener.  If something is out of whack, give us a call to get it repaired.

Garage Door Banging Sound

Banging noises are frequently caused by misaligned doors.  It's important to get this issue fixed sooner rather than later to prevent other damage from happening.

Weather Stripping Repair

As your garage door gets older, the weather stripping or trim may deteriorate and need repair.  Repairing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep undesirable animals outside.

Rattling Garage Door Sounds

Rattling sounds may be due to loose nuts or bolts, dry parts needing greasing , unbalanced doors, or a garage door opener that was not properly installed.

Garage Door Scraping Sounds

Scraping sounds are sometimes the result of misaligned doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking sounds could be the result of a loose roller or hinge, parts needing lubrication, or misaligned doors.

Rubbing Noise Garage Door

Rubbing could be the result of bent tracks or a jammed or tight track which needs fixing.

Grinding Noise Garage Door

Grinding noises 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 Sound

Slapping noises are sometimes caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Sound

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

Popping Sound Garage Door

Popping sounds might be the result of torsion spring problems.

24/7 Emergency Service in Hershey, PA

Our Hershey, PA garage technicians offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be difficult to find emergency assitance. If you are having a garage emergency, call us right away for assistance.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The standard lifespan of a garage door opener is about 10-15 years. Routine upkeep, greasing, 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 recommended to have it replaced instead of repaired. Newer units have the added benefit of being significantly quieter and sometimes have back up battery systems. Call us today if you want to have a new garage door opener connected.

New Garage Doors

Once you have done multiple repairs or maintenance service on your garage door, if it still is not functioning properly, then it might be time to consider replacing the garage door completely. New doors have a broad range of benefits, not limited to bettering the curb appeal of your property and increasing home values and adding increased security and safety. New garage doors are equipped with the most up to date safety and security standards to keep your family and belongings safe. Newer doors also provide superior insulation and may aid in regulating the temperature of your home's interior and also make the garage space more comfortable.