Garage Door Questions, Answered by the Technicians Who Fix Them

The questions Boca Raton homeowners ask us most, answered plainly. Prices are typical ranges, and every job gets one flat written price before work starts.

Do you offer same-day garage door repair in Boca Raton?

Yes. Most repairs in Boca Raton are finished the same day you call, including broken springs, snapped cables, doors off their track and opener faults. The technician diagnoses the door, gives you one flat written price on the spot, and that price does not change once the work begins. See garage door repair for what a visit covers.

Are you open at night and on weekends?

We answer around the clock, seven days a week, weekends and holidays included, at the same flat price as a weekday morning. Emergency calls are usually reached within one to two hours, with priority for a trapped car or a door that will not close. Details on the emergency garage door repair page.

How much does a garage door spring replacement cost?

Spring replacement in Boca Raton typically runs $200 to $500 depending on the door size and spring type. Torsion and extension springs are replaced in matched pairs, sized to the weight of your door, then the door is rebalanced and safety tested. The spring replacement page explains the price range and what is included.

How long do garage door springs last?

Springs typically last 7 to 12 years, or about 10,000 to 20,000 open-and-close cycles. A household that uses the door several times a day wears them out faster. Rust, dry hardware and South Florida humidity shorten the life further. A noisy door, uneven travel or a door that suddenly feels heavy usually means the springs are near the end.

What does a new garage door cost in Boca Raton?

Most new residential garage doors in Boca Raton fall between $1,200 and $3,500 installed, with many homeowners spending $2,000 to $2,500. Standard steel doors sit at the low end, insulated steel in the middle, and wood or custom doors at the top. Size, windows, insulation and a new opener all move the number. The cost guide lists typical ranges for each job.

How long does a new garage door installation take?

A standard residential installation takes about 4 to 6 hours. A larger door, an insulated or custom door, or a new opener fitted at the same time can take longer. The old door and hardware are removed, the new door, tracks, springs, rollers and safety sensors are fitted, and the finished door is balanced and tested before the technician leaves. See garage door installation.

What warranty do you give on repairs?

Three years of labor on the work listed on your invoice, for repairs and installations alike. Corrosion on any part we supply is covered for a full year no matter how close to the water you live, and the safety reversal test is included in every visit. The warranty page spells out what is covered and what is not.

Which areas do you serve?

We work from two offices: 199 NW 28th St in Boca Raton and 1408 N Killian Dr Unit 103B, Lake Park, FL 33403. From Boca Raton we serve Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Deerfield Beach, Boynton Beach, Highland Beach, Coconut Creek, Parkland and Pompano Beach. From Lake Park we serve Lake Park, Palm Beach Gardens, North Palm Beach, Riviera Beach, Juno Beach, Jupiter, West Palm Beach and Royal Palm Beach. The full list is on the service areas page, and the Lake Park office page covers the north county.

Should I repair or replace my old garage door?

Repair when the problem is a broken spring, worn rollers, a snapped cable or damaged weather stripping. Consider replacement when the door is 20 to 30 years old, has needed several repairs in the past year, has major structural damage, heavy rust or warped panels, or lacks insulation that would cut cooling costs. A technician can inspect the door and give you an honest recommendation with a written estimate.

Why does my garage door reverse before it closes?

Usually the safety sensors. They get knocked out of line by a bin or a bike, or the lens fogs over in the humidity, and the opener reverses because it thinks something is in the way. Damaged tracks, worn rollers or the opener force settings can cause the same symptom. Cleaning and realigning the sensors sometimes fixes it; if not, the opener needs a service visit.

Why is my garage door opening slowly or unevenly?

Worn springs that have lost tension, dry rollers and tracks, or an opener that is struggling are the common causes. A door that climbs crooked and jams is off its track and should not be forced, because a bent track quickly becomes a bent panel. Lubrication and a tune-up help a slow door; an uneven or jammed door needs a technician.

What is the difference between a chain drive and a belt drive opener?

A chain drive lifts the door with a metal chain: durable and lower cost but noisier. A belt drive uses a reinforced rubber belt: smoother and much quieter, which matters when a bedroom sits above the garage. A wall-mount opener frees the whole ceiling and runs quietest of all. We install and repair all three; see garage door openers.

Do you repair commercial garage doors?

Yes. Shop, warehouse and loading bay doors cycle far more often than a house door, so we fit high-cycle springs and set up scheduled maintenance for local businesses. Each visit covers spring balance, cable and drum wear, rollers and tracks, opener force settings and a full safety reversal test. Details on the commercial garage door page.

Do you install hurricane-rated garage doors?

Yes. Your garage door is the largest opening on the house and the first thing a storm tests. We install wind-load rated doors permitted to Palm Beach County code, add bracing where an existing door needs it, and many owners earn a wind mitigation insurance credit afterward. See hurricane impact garage doors.

What maintenance can I do myself, and what should I leave to a professional?

You can clean the tracks, tighten loose hinge and bracket bolts, lubricate rollers, hinges and springs with a garage door lubricant, test the balance by lifting the disconnected door halfway, and check the auto-reverse. Leave springs, cables and anything electrical to a technician; they are under high tension and can cause serious injury. A yearly maintenance visit catches wear before it becomes a breakdown.

How often should I service my garage door?

Once a year for a home, more often for a commercial door or a household that uses the door many times a day. A service visit inspects the springs, cables, rollers, tracks, sensors, remotes and motor, lubricates the moving parts and tests the safety features. Regular service prevents surprise breakdowns and extends the life of the door.