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Researching the Quality of Garage Door Repair Companies

A quick Google for garage door repair service near you will tell you – Sacramento definitely isn’t lacking in garage door repair companies. There are dozens of options, which may make it seem as though every exterior door company is more or less the same. But that’s not so.

Many of these companies are little more than a name and a website. They might not have a shop, or even any regular employees. These handyman-style garage door repair “companies” are usually the least expensive option, but they’re also the most risky.

Choosing the wrong contractors for garage door services is a lot of liability and very little responsibility. People are certified and insured for a reason. Let’s discuss how to spot a sketchy situation –

Red Flags: How to Spot a Sketchy Garage Door Company

Here’s some telltale signs a garage repair and maintenance company shouldn’t make your shortlist for contenders:

  • They’re often badly rated with the Better Business Bureau.
  • Their reviews on Google, Yelp, etc. are either very inconsistent or largely negative.
  • The website is bare bones, not updated, or they don’t have a website at all.
  • They do not guarantee their services.
  • They send out technicians who aren’t licensed or insured.

What’s the big deal about these things? Why not just take a chance and hire that guy your friend’s friend said does good work? Because, those 5 red flags add up to (1) making your garage door more expensive in the long run, with increased door repairs from shoddy service, and (2) leave you liable for thousands of dollars in incident claims should the technician have an accident whilst on your property.

Finding the Right Garage Door Repair Professionals for the Job

How do you find reliable garage door repair you can trust? Do your research. Here are a few tips to get you started:

  • Work with companies who guarantee the quality of all their parts and services.
  • Work with companies who send out licensed and insured garage door repair technicians.
  • Check out Better Business Bureau reviews at www.bbb.org. You can also use their online directory to find accredited service technicians. Companies come in all shapes and sizes. The best ones are not necessarily the big ones. Small local operations may be able to make your needs better because they care more about their local reputation.
  • Work with a company that gives an estimate before asking you to agree to the service, and who sticks to the given quote.
  • Ask the garage door repair company for references. These should be satisfied customers. Contact them and find out what they liked about the service. Ask them if there is anything you should be wary of.
  • If it’s a same-day service, be sure to compare the quality of work they offer, as well as the price. It may be worth the convenience, but make sure the work will still be done to quality. You don’t want to be left with a second-rate repair just because you needed it done in a hurry.

A medium-sized, locally-based garage door service company is going to be able to offer you quick, quality services from technicians who care – they’ll be friendly, helpful, and thorough. They’ll offer a wide array of services for garage doors, but you’ll still get the small-business customer experience. When a garage door company’s employees live and work in your neighborhoods, they’re invested in the livelihood of their neighbors.

Licensure and Liability Insurance Should be Top Priority in Your Search

As we mentioned, there are a lot of unqualified garage door service companies out there. They set up a website, barely even have a business, and then hire cheap contract labor. You end up with a poorly-done repair and no way of getting your money back or having them fix the issue, because they have no mandate to.

The results of a bad garage door repair job can be dangerous, not to mention expensive. Any quality garage door service shop will only perform work that’s licensed and insured, and there will be a contract agreement. These things should be a must for you as the homeowner.

That’s why it’s so important to ask the right questions of the garage door service. Do they guarantee all their work? Are their technicians certified? Do they provide written estimates? Will they get your prior approval before completing any work you didn’t ask for? Are all their employees insured while working?

You can easily spot the sketchy companies with just a little research. Why risk third-rate garage door repair when there are better things out there?

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Quality Garage Door Repair and Service for the Greater Sacramento Area

At SACS GARAGE DOOR REPAIR, you’re in good hands. We’ve provided superior garage door repair and installation to the Sacramento, California area for decades. We’re a committed, local company that values its customers. In addition to quality residential and commercial garage door installation, repair and support, we also offer exceptional customer service.

We provide estimates for all of our work and always consult with you before starting any work. Quality is our number-one priority. And so are the safety of your home and the convenience of your day. Your garage door can be the best or worst part about your home’s security and energy efficiency, so a quality garage door repair company needs to be thorough and flawless. That’s our goal with every service call we take.

Call us 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Serving the Folsom, Rocklin and Greater Sacramento areas, we feature 100% guaranteed customer satisfaction.

Garage Spring Repair 101: Call in a Pro

Need some garage spring maintenance? If it’s just a question of a squeaky spring, a simple application of lubricant for garage door parts should do the trick. If it doesn’t, you should have your door inspected by a professional. If the spring needs replacement, you really should have a professional like Sac’s replace it because of the serious safety issues involved. Springs are under an incredible amount of tension, and when released can cause serious bodily harm, or even death. You’ll spend about $70 for replacement parts if you DIY the spring repair, but not much more for a safe repair by a professional. So call Sac’s Garage Door Repair, anytime of the day or night – we’re available 24/7.

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