A garage door that's out of adjustment wears itself — and your motor — out early. Our technicians rebalance spring tension and calibrate motor limit switches so your door opens smoothly, closes gently and seals properly at the floor.
Common symptoms you'll see or hear
- ✔ Door won't stay in place when lifted halfway
- ✔ Door drifts down or shoots up on its own
- ✔ Gap under the door when closed
- ✔ Door crashes onto the floor instead of closing softly
- ✔ Motor stops short or pushes too hard at the end of travel
- ✔ Door opens unevenly side to side
Why this failure happens
Springs gradually lose tension over the years, so a door that was perfectly balanced when new becomes heavier and harder for the motor to handle. Motor limits also drift, and slab movement or new floor coatings can change where the door meets the ground.
Ignoring a balance issue leads to stripped motor gears, broken springs and premature wear on cables and rollers.
How our technician repairs it on-site
We run a balance test, adjust spring tension precisely for your door's weight, then calibrate the motor's open and close limits and force settings. Bottom seals are checked and adjusted for a proper floor seal.
It's a quick, high-value job that often prevents a larger repair later. You approve the price on-site first.
Frequently asked questions
How do I know my door is out of balance?
Pull the emergency release and lift the door halfway. If it falls or rises on its own, it needs adjustment.
Can adjustment fix a noisy door?
Sometimes. Noise is often from worn rollers too — we'll check both.
How long does it take?
Most adjustments are completed in under an hour.
