Garage Door Repair in Salem, WV West Virginia 26426

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is a thing you should not need to worry about frequently. When you arrive at your residence, you should be able to tap the remote button and the door should open or close without any issues. Yet, regrettably, bad things happen, and it might not always work as you would like.

There are a lot of things which could go wrong with your garage door at any minute. It could get stuck open, causing a security problem. It could get stuck closed, making it to where you must leave your auto or products needing storing outside, vulnerable to thieves, or inclement weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck shut with your automobile inside, and you may not be able to get to your job or an important appointment. A door that becomes stuck midway is also a safety and security issue.

If you accidentally backed your car into your door when trying to drive out of the garage and hurt 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 an ice covered driveway and collide into the garage door.

If you have damage or something else wrong with your garage door, you will need to deal with the issue soon. Garage door dents not only hurt your residence's appearance, it can trigger a possible safety and security issue and also leave your garage door prone to further damage.

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

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Shut

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

Damaged Garage Door Springs

Broken springs are a frequent issue which arises after a lot of use.  We can help with torsion or extension spring maintenance, replacing broken springs, or performing spring adjustment 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 someone out to install new cables or repair damaged cables.

Broken Garage Door Hinges

Hardware and hinges can wear out with a lot of use.  Broken hinges can damage the garage door and make it hard to open.  If you notice 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 service technicians can get this repaired for you.  Our Salem 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 solve it, but other times you may need a new remote to be set up.  Our Salem garage door contractors can replace and program remotes, program car remotes, and also put in exterior garage door keypads.

Misaligned 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 misaligned, give us a call to get it fixed.

Garage Door Banging Noise

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

Weather Stripping Repair

As your garage door gets older, the weather stripping or trim may deteriorate and need replacement.  Replacing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep undesirable wildlife out.

Rattling Garage Door Noises

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

Garage Door Scraping Sounds

Scraping noises are generally caused by unbalanced doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

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

Rubbing Sound Garage Door

Rubbing could be due to bent tracks or a jammed or tight track which needs repair.

Grinding Noise Garage Door

Grinding sounds could be caused by parts needing oiling, loose rollers or hinges, a stripped garage door opener gear, or an improperly installed opener.

Slapping Garage Door Sound

Slapping sounds are frequently caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Noise

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

Popping Sound Garage Door

Popping sounds may be the result of torsion spring issues.

Emergency Garage Door Repair in Salem, WV

Our Salem, WV garage technicians offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be difficult to locate emergency help. If you are experiencing a garage emergency, call us immediately for assistance.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The normal life of a garage door opener is approximately 10-15 years. Routine maintenance, oiling, and making certain your garage door is balanced will help extend the life of your opener. For safety reasons, if you have a garage door opener that was produced before 1993, it’s always advisable to have it replaced and not fixed. Newer units have the extra perk of being much quieter and often contain back up battery functionality. Phone us today if you would like to have a new garage door opener put in.

New Garage Doors

When you have done repeated repairs or service on your garage door, if it still is not working correctly, then it may be time to consider replacing the garage door . New doors have a full range of benefits, among which is bettering the curb appeal of your property and improving home values and adding better security and safeguards. New garage doors are equipped with the most up to date safety and security standards to protect your family and belongings. New doors additionally give better insulation and may aid in regulating the temperature of your home and also make the garage space more comfortable.