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Garage Door Opener Repair & Installation
From a remote that stopped working to a motor that just hums, we diagnose openers on site and repair or replace them the same visit whenever possible.
- Fully licensed, bonded & insured
- NATE-certified technicians
- A+ BBB rating
A garage door opener is a motor, a drive (chain, belt, screw or wall-mounted jackshaft), a logic board and a set of safety sensors working together. When the door won't respond, reverses for no reason or strains to move, the cause can be anywhere from misaligned photo-eyes to a stripped drive gear — or a door problem the opener is struggling against.
We check the door's balance first, because a heavy, unbalanced door is the most common reason openers fail early. Then we repair the opener or, if it's at the end of its life, help you choose a quieter, safer replacement with features like battery backup and smartphone control.
Opener problems we fix
Opener hums but won't move
Often a stripped gear, a failed capacitor or a door that's too heavy for the opener.
Door reverses before closing
Misaligned or dirty photo-eyes, force settings or an obstruction in the track.
Remote or keypad not working
Reprogramming, new remotes and keypads, or a logic board fault.
Noisy or shaky operation
Loose chains, worn drive components or an unbalanced door.
New opener installation
Chain, belt, wall-mount and smart Wi-Fi openers, installed and programmed.
Battery backup
Openers that keep working through a power outage.
How it works
- 1
Book a visit
Call or request a quote online — 24/7 for emergencies.
- 2
Door check first
We test balance and springs so a new opener isn't fighting the door.
- 3
Diagnose the opener
Motor, drive, logic board, wiring and sensors inspected.
- 4
Repair or replace
Upfront options and pricing before any work starts.
- 5
Program and test
Remotes, keypads and apps set up; auto-reverse verified.
Call us right away if…
- The door is stuck open and won't close
- The opener runs but the door doesn't move
- The door reverses every time it closes
- You smell burning or see sparks from the motor
Garage Door Opener Repair & Installation: common questions
Why does my garage door opener hum but not open?
Common causes are a stripped drive gear, a failed start capacitor, a broken spring making the door too heavy, or the door being locked. Pull the emergency release and test the door by hand — if it's heavy, the problem is the springs, not the opener.
Why does my garage door go back up when closing?
Usually the safety photo-eyes near the floor are dirty, blocked or knocked out of alignment. Clean the lenses and make sure both indicator lights are solid. If it keeps happening, the close-force setting or a track obstruction may be the cause.
Is it worth repairing an old opener?
If it's under about 10–15 years old and the fix is a common part, repair often makes sense. Older units without modern safety sensors, or ones that need a motor or logic board, are usually better replaced.
Which type of opener is quietest?
Belt-drive and wall-mount (jackshaft) openers are typically the quietest — a good choice when there's a bedroom above or beside the garage.
Guides
Helpful reading before you call
- RepairEmergency Garage Door Repair: What to Do Right NowGarage door stuck open, crooked or hit by a car? What to do in the first five minutes, how to secure your home, and which problems need a 24/7 repair tonight.
- InstallationGarage Door Installation: Cost, Timeline and What to ExpectWhat a garage door installation includes, typical U.S. costs, how long ordering and install day take, how to prep your garage, and what a solid quote lists.
- MaintenanceGarage Door Maintenance Checklist (Seasonal)A garage door maintenance checklist by month and season: what to inspect, clean and lubricate, how to test balance and auto-reverse, and what to leave to a pro.
- OpenersGarage Door Opener Installation: DIY vs. Hiring a ProCan you install a garage door opener yourself? What must be true first, the main steps, required safety tests, typical U.S. costs and when to hire a pro.
Where we work
Garage Door Opener Repair & Installation is available across 48 states, with local pages for 32 of them. Same-day service in most areas.
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