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How to Choose the Best Garage Door Repair

There are plenty of garage door repair companies in Sacramento and Seattle — but the quality in service is across the board. These days, it seems anybody with a website can set themselves up and say they offer garage door service and repair. But you don’t want to trust the installation and care of something so big and expensive as your garage door to just anyone. What if they’re not insured? What if they leave in the middle of the job? What if they quote you one price and then charge you way more at the end?

So how do you find the right one for your repair? Do your homework. Don’t just hire the first one you come across, and don’t hire a company just because they come back with the lowest quote. Sometimes, you get what you pay for. And at the end of the day, a shoddy garage door repair that was cheap actually ends up costing you way more in subsequent garage door repairs and maintenance. Your garage door is important for convenience, safety, and family security. Here’s how to find the right company you can trust for the job:

Local Garage Door Service Companies Offer Specialized Care

For starters, stick to companies local to the Citrus Heights and Greater Sacramento areas. Or, if you’re up in the PNW, the Seattle-Tacoma area. You’ll be supporting a local business who genuinely cares about building a quality reputation where customers return. You’ll get higher quality by people who take pride in their work, whether it’s replacing a garage door torsion spring or simply realigning the track. Not to mention that local technicians means you get faster service, including 24/7 emergency repairs for broken garage doors.

Quality Garage Door Maintenance Companies have a Solid Online Presence

Take a tour of the company’s website. Has it been updated? Do they show examples of their work? References from past customers? How long has it existed? Any website that looks thrown together probably is. You want a company that is looking to make a lasting commitment to its reputation.

Check them out on Google and Yelp reviews. Granted, some of these may be spam placed by the company or its competitors. But if there are enough reviews, you should be able to get a decent idea of how satisfied their customers are. Checking out the BBB reviews for a business before you hire them is never a bad idea.

The Company You Hire to Repair Your Garage Door Should be Insured & Bonded

Never hire a company that has uninsured technicians perform repairs, because if one were to get injured on the job, you’re liable because they’re on your property. A quality, well-established garage door repair and installation company will only hire skilled and insured technicians, because they care about the safety of their employees as well as their customers.

You want to hire a company that invests in the education and skill of their technicians, as well as the quality and safety of their garage door services. They’ll have installation and repair technicians that are with them for decades and who develop long-term relationships with customers. A staff of fully certified, insured and bonded door installers is a great sign a company retains top talent.

Repairs that Absolutely Require a Garage Door Service Professional

We do love a good DIY garage door repair. If you can repair it yourself, why not? But they keyword is “if.” Some garage door repairs are too complicated, dangerous, or frustrating to fall within the DIY category. Simple fixes like repairing the garage door bottom seal, fixing a garage door that’s off its track, regular maintenance like oiling or inspection for wear and tear are fine, and in fact a good idea. 

But some repairs are just best left to a garage door repair professional. One of those things is your garage door’s torsion springs. But for other problems with a broken garage door, if you’re not sure whether it’s safe to perform the garage door repair you’re facing yourself, give us a call to find out. Better safe than sorry.

Broken Garage Door Springs Require Emergency Repair

While you can definitely inspect the springs yourself through direct observation, never attempt to repair a broken spring yourself. These springs are under an incredible amount of tension. If they break or are suddenly released, they can cause serious bodily harm and even death. Always leave this one to the pros. Replacing a garage door’s torsion spring is a simple and inexpensive repair so long as it’s done by a skilled door install and repair tech.

Call a Garage Door Professional for Panel Problems

This may look simple, but in reality, a broken garage door panel points to a more complicated structural problem. Fixing it yourself may actually cause more expensive damage to the garage door and its opener. And even if it appears to be fixed, you may not have really solved the original problem in the first place, and risk damaging the door all over again, perhaps even more severely. Let a pro take a look for a real solution.

Garage Door Opener Motor Problems are Best Left to the Experts

If you are having a problem with an automatic garage door opener that’s under warranty, always have it serviced by a professional. You not only make use of the warranty, but many warranties require you to work with a professional garage door service repair company or you’ll void the warranty. 

Something to think about: if your malfunctioning garage door opener is an older model; it might be a good idea to get replaced, even if it can technically be repaired. Today’s garage door openers and their motor systems are way more efficient, safer and more high-tech. A technician will be able to troubleshoot the issue and tell you your best options. 

We like to recommend updating garage door openers that are more than a few years old. Not only has function improved, but features – both safety and convenience features – are available now that weren’t even 5 years ago. Emergency battery backups, remote monitoring and operation, and solar power options are just some of the things people can look forward to with a newer garage door opener.

A Quality Guarantee on Services Speaks Wonders

Do they offer a guarantee? A quality company will back their work up with a 100% customer satisfaction guarantee. It’s your garage door, and you should be happy with the work when they are done. They should be able to stand by their work with a commitment that backs it up.

Warning Signs of Shoddy Garage Door Repair

When you’re getting the best garage door repair, you know it. Likewise, there are warning signs that a company is completely unprofessional. If they leave tools behind on the site, what else are they forgetting? Do they seem to have an understanding of garages? Are they just trying to sell you something or do they have trustworthy and helpful advice on how to care and maintain the door?

Are they insured? Do they guarantee the work and stand behind its quality? Are they certified professionals? Do they have the proper licenses and adhere to city codes?

How long have they been in business? A fly-by-night garage door repair company may promise to do the best job in the world but disappear on the warranty. If you require emergency service, you want somebody committed to this industry who you know will be around when you need them.

Do you feel you can trust them? In the end, finding the best garage door repair comes down to gut instinct. You either trust them or you don’t.

24-Hour Emergency Garage Door Repair from Local Professionals

Garage doors typically break down at the most inconvenient times. You rarely can plan for it. But if your garage door does break, you need it repaired as soon as possible. It is more than just a matter of convenience. It is a security issue when it comes to the protection of your home and the safety of your family.

That’s why we offer 24-hour emergency garage door repair to Sacramento and surrounding areas, as well as the Seattle-Tacoma area, and LA. Call us anytime of the day or night, even Christmas or New Years, and we will get your garage door repaired and your home protected. 

We serve hundreds of homes and businesses, and have been in business for over 20 years. We service all makes and models of garage doors. Our work is certified and guaranteed. We provide comprehensive garage door installation, repair and maintenance services for the Greater Sacramento and Seattle metropolitan areas.

How Much Will My Garage Door Repair Cost?

How much will it cost to fix your garage door issue? That depends. Most garage door repairs range between $150 to $300. Wheel track repairs range around $150. Track issues can also cost about the same. A broken chain or cables can range between $150 to $200. A raised panel door, one of the most common door issues, costs about $125. Spring issues are some of the most expensive repairs, costing an average of $300 or more. Call Sac’s Garage Door Repair today for a free estimate. We are available anytime of the day or night, seven days a week.

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