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Overview

Garage Door Repair

A garage door, can account for up to 40 percent of the street-side appearance of a home, so a garage door can affect the curb appeal and the value of your home. Moreover, a garage door that is well cared for and properly maintained is safer and will last longer.

No garage door runs absolutely silent. As with any machine with gears and moving parts, there are a number of things that can be causing a particular type of noise or malfunction. Depending on the model and how it’s installed, even some brand-new garage doors and garage door openers can make a surprising amount of noise.

Average Costs of Garage Door Repair

Average cost of garage door repair is $125 – $200

Servicing a garage door at a home costs an average of $125 while scheduling, accessibility, and working conditions at other buildings may influence repair rates that average $150 for apartments and $200 for business locations.

The average cost to hire a local professional can vary widely depending on the work that needs to be performed, they region in which you are located and how fast you need the project completed. So choosing the right professional the first time is of the essence.

Billing:

Hourly Rate – Some companies charge by the hour.

Flat Rate Per Job –  Some companies charge a flat rate for the work they do.

Recognize that there are several variables in developing the price. These include:

  • Time that it takes to complete the project.
  • How many technicians are working on your project.
  • Was it an after hours emergency
  • With many more aspects that may add to the cost

Remember, the company quoting a low rate may not necessarily be the right  company for you. Some  companies may offer low hourly rates, but then charge additional “fees” to complete the job.

You may also need to consider that most  companies charge a higher rate for overtime, weekends, holidays and emergency calls.

The best rule of hand is to get an itemized estimate so you know exactly what is expected from the local company.

Basic Information

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Factors In Garage Door Repair Costs

Style
Depending on the style of your door, some repairs can be made more easily than others. Older tilt-up doors are more difficult to repair as parts become harder to find. A single wide roll-up door tends to be pretty affordable. Custom sectional models will be more expensive, and solid wood custom doors are the most expensive.

Materials
The more expensive models typically mean higher garage door repair prices, as well as higher garage door parts costs. Steel doors tend to be more affordable to repair than wood models.
Openers
Garage doors are operated by electric garage door openers. Sometimes these malfunction and can be repaired relatively easily. If your main issue with your garage door is your opener, the garage door repair prices should be relatively low since it would mean the door itself is not the issue.

Finishes
If you install a new door and the color doesn’t match the trim or exterior of your home anymore, then painting or finishing will need to be done.

What’s making all that noise?

One of the most common causes of garage door noise is friction. As garage door opener mechanisms age, their parts can lose their lubrication and noisily grind against each other. Bolts and screws can loosen, and parts wear out and need to be replaced. Any of these normal elements of wear will cause the garage door opener to get a little louder. Same with the hinges and rollers on the door itself. While this doesn’t necessarily signal a particular problem, it can be annoying. But some causes of the noise, especially in older models or those that have sustained damage, will need attention quickly before they become a real headache.

Choosing The Right Repair Company

You want to find a repair professional with a solid reputation. But it’s also a smart idea to find out if they also offer a warranty and stand by their work. Here are some tips for when you are shopping around for a repair professional.

Reputation
Look for a repair company that has positive reviews, fair prices and excellent customer service. Visit their website and find  reviews online to get an idea of what kind of company you may be dealing with.

Experience
When you are shopping around for a repair company, you will want to pay attention to how long the repair company has been in business.

Codes and Regulations
To avoid safety issues, fines or hefty repair bills, ask the garage door dealer how they comply with the local building codes in your city.

Insurance
It is important to make sure the repair company has business and employee insurance. You can do so by asking the company for a copy of their Certificate of Insurance. If they refuse, give you a hard time about it, or simply don’t have one, this could be a warning sign that you may want to stay away from that company.

Licenses
Ask see the repair company local business licenses to make sure they are a legitimate company.

Different Types Of Garage Door Drives

Screw Drive

Screw drive openers are different mechanically as they require a trolley to ride on a threaded steel rod, which rotates with a motor to move the door. Screw drive openers are simple, and for that reason, preferable for people who want fewer moving parts to maintain. Screw drive units are somewhat sensitive to temperature and are not considered optimal in regions that see drastic shifts in temperature as seasons change. In most cases, they are noisier than belt drive units. Cost-wise, screw drive units tend to be more expensive than belt drive and chain drive openers.

Chain Drive

Chain drive units are classic openers and are among the oldest and most common styles, running the door along a track. These units rely on a chain to push the trolley connected to the J-arm, which is attached the garage door itself. One advantage is noise. Because of the design, chain drive units tend to cause a slight vibrations and metal-to-metal noise. For that reason, these units are more popular for detached garages than garages situated beneath a bedroom, for example. Some people prefer a garage door that opens with a bit of racket so they can be warned if someone is about to enter. Over time, chain drive units have become much quieter with newer technologies, such as softer start-and-stop features and DC motors. Chain drives are considered to be the most economical option.

Belt Drive

Belt drives are considered to be the most luxurious option because of their sleekness and relative low level of noise. Belt-drive openers use the same mechanisms as chain drive openers, with the exception that instead of a chain, they use a belt — largely eliminating the vibrations and noises associated with chain drive openers. The belts are typically made from fiberglass, steel-reinforced rubber or polyurethane.

Garage Door Construction

Wood Garage Doors

These offer a wide variety of options. You can find anything from standard, raised-panel designs to doors that mimic the ornate styles commonly used on the carriage houses of the 18th and 19th centuries. Wood doors are also available in several species, either paint or stain grade.

Steel Garage Doors

These are usually more economical than wood doors and are the most common type of garage door. Most manufacturers offer several colors out of the box. You can also paint the door to match your home. There are three distinct types of steel doors to choose from:

Single Layer Doors

These are stamped from a single sheet of galvanized steel. These are usually the most economical of all steel doors.

Double Layer Doors

These have a galvanized steel skin on the outside with a thick layer of either polystyrene or polyurethane as a backer. The backer provides soundproofing and additional insulating value to the door.

Triple Layer Doors

These are constructed of the same materials as double-layer doors with the addition of a galvanized skin on the inside to protect the polystyrene / polyurethane from damage. The additional layer of steel makes triple-layer doors the strongest, most secure and most soundproof of all garage doors.

Tips & Advice

Ask For The License – Ask for all local and state business licenses.

Proof Of Insurance– For your own protection, check proof of both workman’s compensation and  liability Insurance.

Business Stability– Find out how long the company has been in business.

Check Online Reviews – You’re probably not the first person in town looking for their services. Rely on the internet to get reviews written by people in your community.

References – Expect any top-notch company to be able to provide you with references upon request. Once you have these names, contact the clients to get information about the quality service. When you call, ask questions about the work, timeliness, cost and whether the clients would use the company again for future work.

24-hour Emergency Service – Make sure your local company offers emergency 24 hour service. If something goes wrong, it’s good to know that you will not have to wait days for them to come  out and fix it.

Over The Phone Pricing –  Honest estimates simply cannot be given over the phone – especially if you aren’t talking with an actual technician when you call.

Free Estimates – Most companies offer free estimates. This is important because they can provide you with the costs upfront, so that you are not shocked with a bill after the services are completed.

Safety Record – Safety can be a significant factor, so ask the company about their safety records to ensure that any service professional you hire has a satisfactory safety record. You want a company that doesn’t have a high incidence of on-the-job mishaps or injuries.

Satisfaction Guarantee – Choosing a company that offers a satisfaction guarantee will ensure that they will get the job done right the first time and will save you money and frustration in the long run.

Cleanup – The mess left behind after a project can be major. Ask what cleanup work the company includes with it’s services.

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