Aptos CA – Garage Door Repair & Installation

If your garage door would not close entirely, there might be several issues. Most of the time, though, there is an issue with your sensors. The lenses of these sensors can get blocked, causing them to provide a misleading signal to the opener’s control board. Cleaning them with a gentle cloth often solves the problem.

If your sensors are working properly but the garage door is still not closing past a certain point, inspect the tracks to verify there are no impediments stopping advancement. The same thing might happen if the track is twisted or a roller is damaged. Examine both tracks for evidence of wear. If you come across a broken portion, you can often bend it back into place using clamps or well-placed hammer hits. If you don’t feel comfortable doing this, you should consult a specialist.

Whether your garage door has aged and broken down or you simply want to refresh the look of your house, a professional garage door replacement will cost between $590 and $1,650. The national average cost, including materials and labor, is around $1,120. Bare in mind that the typical cost of replacing a garage door may vary. The size and quality of the garage door will affect the final cost of your project.

The usual lifespan of a garage door opener is 10 to 15 years, but with proper maintenance of the rollers and springs, you may get 20 years or more out of it. Even if yours is still operational, there are compelling reasons to consider replacing it. Newer versions provide enhanced safety, security, and convenience, which may be reason enough to purchase a new garage door opener. For example, if your garage door opener lacks a safety reversing feature, or if the one it has no longer works, replacing the opener is strongly advised as a precautionary step.