Garage Door Repair in Elgin, SC South Carolina 29045

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is a thing you don't want to need to think about frequently. When you get at your home, you want to be able to tap the remote button and the door should open and then close without any problems. Yet, unfortunately, bad things happen, and it doesn't always function as you hope.

There are dozens of things which may stop working with your garage door at any time. It could get stuck open, triggering a severe security danger. It could get stuck shut, making it to where you must leave your automobile or things needing storing outdoors, susceptible to thieves, or bad weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck shut with your car inside, and you may not be able to get to your job or an important appointment. A door that becomes stuck half open is also a safety and security issue.

If you accidentally reversed your car into your garage door when attempting to leave the garage and hurt the panels in the process, try to stay calm. Many people have done this, accidentally pressing the gas pedal instead of the brake pedal. In areas with icy winters, it's not uncommon for people to slide on a frozen driveway and collide into the garage door.

If you have damage or any other thing wrong with your garage door, you will need to take care of the situation quickly. Garage door damage not only hurts your home's appearance, it can trigger a possible safety and security threat and also leave your garage door vulnerable to more damage.

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

Some of the most common reasons people need garage door repair in Elgin, South Carolina are listed below:

Garage Door Won't Open or Close

A garage door that won't open or close might be due to many different issues including broken springs or cables, broken or damaged sensors, or a broken garage door opener. Our Elgin garage door technicians can perform an evaluation to determine the reason and get it repaired for you.

Damaged Garage Door Springs

Damaged springs are a frequent complaint which arises after a lot of use.  We can help with torsion or extension spring service, replacing broken springs, or adjusting springs for single family or commercial properties.  We can also help with both torque master and torsion springs.

Damaged or Frayed Garage Door Cables

Cables can break over time.  We'll get a service pro out to install new cables or repair 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 impossible to open.  If you spot damaged hinges, get them repaired as soon as possible to prevent further damage.

Damaged Garage Door Panels

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

Garage door remotes

Garage door controllers can stop working over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can fix it, but other times you might need a new remote to be set up.  Our Elgin garage door pros can replace and program remotes, program car remotes, and also put in outside 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 repaired.

Garage Door Banging Noise

Banging sounds are often caused by misaligned doors.  It's best to get this issue 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 replacement.  Repairing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep unwanted animals out.

Rattling Garage Door Noises

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

Garage Door Scraping Noises

Scraping noises are generally due to unbalanced doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

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

Rubbing Noise Garage Door

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

Grinding Sound Garage Door

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

Slapping Garage Door Noise

Slapping noises are often caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Sound

Vibrating noises are generally caused by loose parts or rollers needing oiling.

Popping Sound Garage Door

Popping noises may be caused by torsion spring problems.

24/7 Emergency Service in Elgin, SC

Our Elgin, SC garage pros offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be challenging to find emergency assitance. If you are having a garage emergency, phone us right away for help.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The standard lifespan of a garage door opener is roughly 10-15 years. Proper maintenance, lubrication, and making sure your garage door is in balance will increase the life of your opener. For safety and security reasons, if you have a garage door opener that was purchased before 1993, it’s always recommended to have it replaced and not fixed. Newer units have the extra perk of being much quieter and frequently come with back up batteries. Contact us today if you would like a new garage door opener installed.

New Garage Doors

When you have done repeated repairs or service on your garage door, but it still is not functioning correctly, then it might be time to contemplate replacing the garage door completely. New doors have a full spectrum of benefits, among which is bettering the curb appeal of your home and increasing home values and adding better security and safety. Brand new garage doors are equipped with the most up to date safety and security standards to keep your family and belongings safe. Newer doors additionally provide more insulation and may help regulate the temperature of your home and also make the garage space more climate controlled.