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Who repairs garage doors?

Garage door repair is a specialized job, which is typically handled by a garage door repair service. Professional garage door repair technicians can test or repair a garage door system and fix cosmetic blemishes on doors. Common requests include help with jammed or inoperable doors, slow or erratic doors, unusual sounds, dents or scrapes on the door, and general system testing. Garage door repair professionals can work on single-car, double-car and RV-size garage doors.

How do you choose a garage door?

When garage door repair isn’t an option — perhaps the current door is beyond fixing or you want to upgrade to a quieter, more energy-efficient model — it’s time to buy a new one. But choosing a garage door is not as simple as it sounds, even when you know the right size for your home. A wide range of materials, styles and finishes are available, and each factor influences the cost. Garage doors are made of aluminum, steel, vinyl, fiberglass, masonite, wood (typically cedar or mahogany), or a composite of several materials. They may be insulated against cold or heat. Traditional and modern styles include raised panel, carriage house or crossbuck. Most styles have window or arch options, and are available in different wood finishes and neutral colors. Because garage doors account for a large part of a home’s exterior, their appearance is usually a homeowner’s top priority. An attractive garage door can increase a home’s curb appeal and resale value.

How much does garage door repair cost?

When a garage door goes off the track, the spring breaks, the door is dented or the garage door opener is on the fritz, a professional garage door repair specialist can help. The cost to have a garage door fixed varies, but the national average cost of garage door repair is $70-$110. The extent of the damage and the size and material of the door will affect the final cost. A garage door repair company generally charges a national average of $80 for a service call, which includes the first hour of labor and service, such as testing and inspecting the garage door and opener. Apart from labor, the garage door repair costs hinge on buying replacements parts. For example, a new spring costs an average of $60. Expect to pay several hundred dollars, though, if the door is beyond repair; a new garage door ranges in price from $200 to $4,000, and most homeowners spend an average of $800-$1,200.

Mitch W.

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Ruben did an amazing job fixing my squeaky garage door and opener, and even straightened the bent finger guard and reattached it. If honesty and dependability are important to you then Ruben is your guy.

Tia B.

Larry was very professional and I like the quality of his work, the value was an extra bonus. He installed outside lighting fixtures on my 3 exterior door, front door kick plate and other miscellaneous things around the house. The only reason I'm giving him 4 stars instead of 5 is due to him being late due to traffic. He will be back to remove and install a new security door. I will definitely call him again!

Calvin K.

After describing my needed garage door repair on Thumbtack, I was contacted the same day by Dan Denker of Denker's Garage Doors. He provided his cell number for direct access. I called and described the issue as well as my desired solution, and he was able to give me an immediate quote and advise me of additional considerations withe regard to the repair. After some comparison shopping and consideration, I decided to hire Dan. He came quickly to my location, inspected my current door and opener, and measured for the new door panels. The next morning, he arrived with the new door panels and spent an hour and a half removing the old panels, replacing the torsion spring, and installing the new panels. Once the new panels were in place, he also noticed that my garage door opener needed to have the carriage replaced due to excess wear and replaced the part on the spot for the cost of the part. He then cleaned up any extraneous marks on the new panels before leaving. Overall, I received excellent service and pricing and would recommend Denker's Garage Doors to anyone in need of service, repair, or installation of a garage door.

Sargon M.

Our experience with Hector was amazing. He installed cabinets, lighting, and electrical work in our garage (basically remodeled the garage). He is extremely hard-working and treated the job as if he was doing it for his own house: no shortcuts. His prices are very reasonable and he is a man of his word! You cannot go wrong with Hector! Excellent work and we look forward to working with him on ALL upcoming projects. We have found a handyman for life!

Rodney S.

Sam was AWESOME! ***** Literally same day service, from initial contact through completion -- Actually took only a few hours total. Sam has super fast response times whether via Thumbtack, text, or phone calls. He met me within three hours of contacting him, completed the service check on my garage door opener, and immediately identified the problem. Sam provided multiple options that I could take in order to repair my garage door opener. Once I chose an option, Sam drove off-site to obtain the necessary repair parts. My garage door opener was 100% operational within a couple of hours of choosing a repair option. I Highly Recommend Sam...

Greg H.

My Garage door needed a maintenance work. I contacted Garage Door & Gates 4 Less and they quickly sent a technician to repair the door. They did a great job. I will contact them again to upgrade my garage door opener next year.

Sam W.

Octavia, Was very professional and finished replacing the spring on the door in about 45 minutes. He even did a PM on the hinges and rollers. Pricing was very reasonable. Had an issue with the garage door opener too and he provided suggestions on what to fix so i could DIY and save some money. Will have him come back out and change my garage door at my other house soon.

Niki Z.

Came home at night and realized that I locked my self outside. I needed someone to help my open my door as soon as possible. Locksmith guru were there within a sort time, took them a minute to open my door. If you need a good, kind, fast and affordable service, I definitely recommend calling locksmith guru.

Karla K.

Ricky was great! Not only did he fix my garage door (the job I hired him for) he was able to help me with several other jobs that needed to be done around the house. He was fair with his pricing and completed everything I asked for! I've already hired him for an upcoming job.

Anna L.

Amazing! My garage door wouldn’t open or close because of the sensor. I went on Thumbtack and searched for garage door companies. Moises from Aladdin Doors messaged me instantly. I called him within a minute. Approximately 30 minutes later he came out to my house for a free inspection. About 15 minutes later, my garage door sensor along with other items relating to my garage door were completely repaired. Moises was professional, super responsive and most importantly fair. He did not try to sell us any unnecessary equipment or services. I would recommend Aladdin Doors to everyone.

Thomas H.

Your technician, Chris May, came by and did the job. He was professional courteous friendly and knowledgeable. We appreciate the service, it was well done at a reasonable cost. He even helped me to program the garage door opener into our new car that we just purchased the other day. I will certainly be recommending your company to anyone who needs garage door services. Thank you for everything.

Phil C.

Tom was very professional and accommodating. My garage door opener had stopped working and after troubleshooting myself, I realized whatever the issue was, was something I probably should leave to a professional to fix. Tom was able to come to my home on short notice and diagnosed the issue within minutes. His pricing is reasonable and he was very friendly and informative of what needed to be done as well as offering tips for ongoing maintenance. I will definitely contact Tom again for any Garage Door/Opener needs and I highly recommend him.

Tom C.

I contacted Derek about installing a new garage door opener. He showed up on time, assessed the situation and advised that my problem wasn't the existing garage door opener but an issue with the cables likely due to incorrect initial installation--which he adjusted and fixed. Even so, I wanted to upgrade my opener to a stronger motor and additional features. Derek was efficient and friendly, cleaned up after the install, and emailed me my invoice afterwards--loved that everything was paperless. Will definitely call on again for future garage door needs and recommend to friends.

Elia E.

Rudy was very knowledgeable and prepared. He showed up on time and with parts to fix my garage door. He gave me a favorable quote and repaired the door within 30min. So glad I’m able to open my garage now. Thanks Rudy!

Boris B.

From the moment I connected with Chad, I felt a sense of comfort and support in helping fix my garage door. He walked me through the entire process and provided me with a wide range of options. While other companies would price gouge me, Chad showed true integrity and was transparent with his costs and all that was involved. From beginning to end I felt 100% confident that I was getting the most value and best service. His professionalism was top notch. The work quality was second to none. He accomplished, what other garage door repair companies quoted me for, in half the time and price. If anybody, including myself, needs future garage door help I know I can depend on Chad's knowledge and expertise.

Mark V.

On time, sunday service, quickly replaced springs, sold me bonus door opener at a bargain price, very professional next day service. Don't hesitate to get his help when you need it! Very happy customer

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