Garage Door Repair in Newport, RI Rhode Island 02840

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is something you do not want to have to think about very much. When you arrive at your home, you want to be able to press the remote button and the door should open and shut without any issues. Yet, sadly, frustrating things happen, and it may not always work as you would like.

There are dozens of things which might fail with your garage door at any minute. It could get stuck open, causing a serious security issue. It could get stuck shut, making it to where you must leave your auto or items needing storage outdoors, vulnerable to thieves, or inclement weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck closed with your automobile inside, and you may not be able to arrive at your job or an important appointment. A door that becomes stuck halfway is also a safety and security problem.

If you accidentally reversed your car into your door when trying to back out of the garage and hurt the door in the process, try to stay clear headed. Many people have done this, mistakenly pressing the gas pedal instead of the brake pedal. In areas with icy winters, it's common for people to slide on an ice covered driveway and collide into the garage door.

If you experience damage or anything else wrong with your garage door, you will need to address the problem quickly. Garage door dents not only hurt your home's appearance, it can cause a possible safety and security issue and also leave your door vulnerable to more damage.

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

Some of the most common reasons people need garage door repair in Newport, Rhode Island are listed below:

Garage Door Won't Open or Close

A garage door that won't open or shut may be caused by various different problems including broken springs and cables, broken or poorly of aligned sensors, or a damaged garage door opener. Our Newport garage door service providers can perform an evaluation to figure out the issue and get it repaired for you.

Broken Garage Door Springs

Damaged springs are a common complaint which happens after years of use.  We can help with torsion or extension spring maintenance, repairing broken springs, or adjusting springs for residential or commercial properties.  We can also help with both torque master and torsion springs.

Broken or Frayed Garage Door Cables

Cables can 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 notice broken 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 replacing, our service pros can get this repaired for you.  Our Newport team members work with wooden garage doors, steel garage doors, and vinyl garage doors.

Garage door remotes

Garage door remotes can stop working over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can fix it, but other times you could need a new remote to be programmed.  Our Newport garage door contractors can replace and program remotes, set up vehicle remotes, and also put in 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 not working right, give us a call to get it fixed.

Garage Door Banging Sound

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

Weather Stripping Repair

As your garage door ages, the weather stripping or trim may break down and need replacement.  Replacing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep undesirable wildlife outside.

Rattling Garage Door Sounds

Rattling sounds may be caused by loose nuts or bolts, dry parts needing greasing , unbalanced doors, or a garage door opener that was not correctly put in.

Garage Door Scraping Sounds

Scraping sounds are usually the result of misaligned doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking sounds could be due to a loose roller or hinge, parts needing lubrication, or unbalanced doors.

Rubbing Sound Garage Door

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

Grinding Sound Garage Door

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

Slapping Garage Door Sound

Slapping noises are generally caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Noise

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

Popping Noise Garage Door

Popping sounds may be caused by torsion spring problems.

24/7 Emergency Service in Newport, RI

Our Newport, RI garage pros offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be difficult to find emergency assitance. If you are experiencing a garage emergency, phone us immediately for assistance.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The average lifespan of a garage door opener is about 10-15 years. Regular upkeep, oiling, and making sure your garage door is balanced will aid in extending the life of your opener. For safety and security reasons, if you have a garage door opener which was produced before 1993, it’s advisable to have it replaced instead of fixed. Newer units have the bonus of being much quieter and sometimes have included back up batteries. Phone us today if you need a new garage door opener installed.

New Garage Doors

After doing repeated repairs or maintenance on your garage door, if it still isn't working correctly, then it may be time to think about replacing the garage door completely. Newer doors have a wide scope of benefits, one of which is bettering the curb appeal of your house and improving home values and adding increased security and safeguards. Brand new garage doors are equipped with the most up to date safety and security requirements to keep your family and property safe. Newer doors also offer better insulation and might help regulate the temperature of your home as well as make the garage space more comfortable.