Garage Door Repair in Forest, VA Virginia 24551

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is an item you shouldn't need to think about very much. When you get at your house, you should be able to touch the remote button and the door should open and shut without any problems. Yet, sadly, frustrating things happen, and it may not always function as you hope.

There are a multitude of things which could fail with your garage door at any moment. It could get stuck open, triggering a severe security danger. It could get stuck closed, making it to where you must leave your car or things needing storage outside, susceptible to burglars, or inclement weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck shut with your vehicle inside, and you may not be able to go to your job or an important appointment. A door that becomes stuck halfway is also a safety and security issue.

If you unintentionally backed your automobile into your garage door when attempting to drive out of the garage and damaged the panels in the process, try to relax. 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 an icy driveway and bump into the garage door.

If you experience damage or anything else wrong with your door, you will need to take care of the issue soon. Garage door damage not only hurts your property's appearance, it can trigger a prospective safety and security issue and also leave your door vulnerable to additional damage.

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

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Shut

A garage door that won't open or shut could be from a variety of different issues including broken springs and cables, broken or poorly of aligned sensors, or a damaged garage door opener. Our Forest garage door service pros can do an evaluation to determine the cause and get it fixed for you.

Broken Garage Door Springs

Damaged springs are a common issue which appears after a lot of use.  We can assist with torsion or extension spring maintenance, repairing broken springs, or performing spring adjustment for single family or commercial 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 damaged cables.

Broken Garage Door Hinges

Hardware and hinges can wear out with regular use.  Broken hinges can damage the garage door and make it difficult to open.  If you spot broken hinges, get them fixed as soon as you can to prevent additional damage.

Dented Garage Door Panels

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

Garage door remotes

Garage door remotes can have issues over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can fix it, but other times you could need a new remote to be programmed.  Our Forest garage door service technicians can repair and program remote controls, set up vehicle remotes, and also install exterior garage door keypads.

Improperly aligned 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 fixed sooner rather than later to keep other damage from happening.

Weather Stripping Repair

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

Rattling Garage Door Noises

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

Garage Door Scraping Sounds

Scraping noises are frequently due to misaligned doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking sounds might be due to a loose roller or hinge, parts needing lubrication, or misaligned 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 improperly installed opener.

Slapping Garage Door Noise

Slapping noises are generally caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Noise

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

Popping Noise Garage Door

Popping sounds may be the result of torsion spring issues.

24 hour Emergency Service in Forest, VA

Our Forest, VA garage technicians offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be difficult to find emergency help. If you are having a garage emergency, phone us right away for help.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The median life of a garage door opener is approximately 10-15 years. Routine maintenance, lubing, and taking care to be sure your garage door is in balance will increase the lifespan of your opener. For safety and security reasons, if you own a garage door opener which was produced before 1993, it’s advisable to have it replaced and not fixed. Newer units have the added perk of being significantly quieter and sometimes contain back up battery systems. Phone us today if you want to have a new garage door opener put up.

New Garage Doors

After you have done multiple repairs or service on your garage door, if it is still not functioning correctly, then it may be time to contemplate replacing the garage door completely. Newer doors have a full spectrum of benefits, not limited to improving the curb appeal of your house and improving home values and providing improved security and safety. New garage doors contain the most current safety and security standards to protect your family and belongings. Brand New doors also offer superior insulation and may help regulate the temperature of your house and also make the garage space more comfortable.