Garage door emergencies can strike anytime and can occur with no prior warning. It could be that your garage door has fallen off the tracks, or your springs have busted, or your garage door opener has stopped working, and your car is stuck in the garage. Whatever the case, it can be a stressful and urgent situation, we at Connecticut Garage Door Repair understand that garage door emergencies do not wait. That is why we offer emergency garage door repair services in Connecticut and New Haven County. Below, we have given you what you need to know about garage door emergencies and what to do in case your garage door breaks down unexpectedly.
Stay Safe First
The most important thing to do in case of a garage door emergency in Connecticut and New Haven County is to stay safe. If your springs have busted, do not try to open or close the garage door manually. This can be hazardous because busted springs have extremely high tension and can cause serious harm. If your garage door has gotten stuck in an open position, make sure to keep your children and pets away from the area. You should not try to open or close the garage door because this can damage your garage door system and can even create a hazardous situation.
Use the Emergency Release
If you find that your car is stuck inside the garage, and you cannot open the garage because of a faulty garage door opener, you can utilize an emergency release system, which is normally a red cord attached to the garage door opener rail. This will release the garage door opener, allowing you to open the garage door manually. However, you should only utilize an emergency release system when you know that the springs are still intact. Otherwise, if a spring is broken, you will not be able to open the garage door because it will be extremely difficult to lift.
Secure Your Home
A stuck garage door presents a significant security risk especially if it's in an open position, therefore if you realize that you cannot close your garage door, you should take appropriate measures to secure your valuables and consider blocking the garage door until you can get a professional to assist you. This is particularly true if you realize that you cannot close the garage door at night, we at Connecticut Garage Door Repair value emergency calls, particularly those that put homeowners security at risk.
Common Garage Door Emergencies
The most common emergency calls we handle at Connecticut Garage Door Repair involve a broken torsion spring, a broken extension spring, a garage door stuck because of a faulty garage door opener, a garage door that has come off its tracks, a broken cable, and a severely damaged garage door because of weather or accident.
Your First Choice for Emergency Repairs
If you are in need of emergency service, we will send a fully equipped service technician to your location as soon as possible after you call Connecticut Garage Door Repair. Our emergency service vehicles are stocked with the most common parts needed, such as springs, cables, rollers, and openers, so most emergency service calls can be completed in one visit. Our technicians are certified, bonded, and insured, so you can rest assured you are in good hands in a difficult situation. We service the entire Connecticut area, including Wolcott, Cheshire, Naugatuck, Middlebury, and all of New Haven County.
Prevent Future Emergencies
Although not all emergencies can be avoided, preventive maintenance can help minimize the possibility of a sudden breakdown, we offer preventive maintenance involves checking all springs, cables, rollers, and other parts of your garage door. Lubrication of moving parts is also included in the preventive maintenance service. By doing this, we can help you avoid future emergencies.