Garage Door Opener Repair

Remote not working? Motor running but the door won't move? Safety sensors acting up? Our technicians diagnose and repair all opener brands — usually in a single visit.

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Common Opener Problems We Fix

Our technicians see these issues every day. We diagnose quickly and carry the parts to fix most problems on the spot.

Remote or Keypad Won't Work

Possible Causes

Dead batteries, deprogrammed remote, faulty antenna, radio interference, worn keypad

What We Do

Test and reprogram remotes, replace batteries, check antenna connection, replace keypads if needed.

Motor Runs But Door Doesn't Move

Possible Causes

Stripped gears, broken drive belt/chain, disengaged trolley, worn sprocket

What We Do

Inspect the drive mechanism, replace gears or belts, re-engage the trolley carriage, lubricate moving parts.

Door Reverses After Closing

Possible Causes

Misaligned safety sensors, incorrect close-limit setting, obstruction in the door path, faulty logic board

What We Do

Align and clean photo-eye sensors, adjust close-limit and force settings, inspect for obstructions, test the control board.

Opener Makes Grinding or Clicking Noise

Possible Causes

Worn gears, dry chain, misaligned rail, loose hardware, failing motor capacitor

What We Do

Replace worn gears, lubricate chain/rail, tighten hardware, test motor capacitor, recommend replacement if the motor is failing.

Door Opens But Won't Close

Possible Causes

Safety sensor issue (most common), sun interference on sensors, wiring problem, limit switch failure

What We Do

Realign and test sensors, install sun shields if needed, inspect wiring, adjust or replace limit switches.

Opener Light Flashes But Door Won't Move

Possible Causes

Safety sensor fault (indicated by flash pattern), locked-out opener, stripped gear

What We Do

Read the flash code to identify the specific error, address sensor or mechanical issues, reset the opener if locked out.

Brands We Service

Our technicians are trained on every major garage door opener brand and carry common replacement parts on our service trucks.

LiftMaster

The #1 professional-grade opener brand. We service all LiftMaster models including belt drive, chain drive, and jackshaft openers.

Chamberlain

Chamberlain openers with MyQ smart technology — we troubleshoot connectivity, motor, and drive issues across their full product line.

Genie

From Genie screw drive to Aladdin Connect smart openers, we repair all Genie models with genuine or equivalent-quality parts.

Craftsman

Sears' own Craftsman opener line — nobody knows these units better. We service every generation of Craftsman openers.

Our Opener Repair Process

We don't guess — we diagnose. Here's how we approach every opener repair.

1

Diagnostic Assessment

Our technician tests the opener motor, drive mechanism, remote receivers, safety sensors, and control board to pinpoint the exact issue.

2

Clear Recommendation

You'll receive an honest assessment: is it a simple fix, a component replacement, or would a new opener be more cost-effective? The choice is always yours.

3

Expert Repair

We carry common opener parts on our trucks — gears, circuit boards, remotes, safety sensors — so most repairs are completed in a single visit.

4

Full System Test

After repair, we test all functions: remote operation, wall switch, safety reverse, force settings, and travel limits. Everything must work perfectly.

Common QuestionsOpener Repair FAQ

Answers to the most common questions about garage door opener repair and troubleshooting.

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