Common problems
- Loud bang and door won't lift (often a spring)
- Door off its track or crooked
- Remote or keypad stopped working
Services
- Broken spring replacement
- Off-track door repair
- Cable and roller replacement
Safety first: Don't try to adjust or remove torsion springs yourself. They're under heavy tension and can cause serious injury.
Get connected
Online requests are coming soon. For now, Call 1-844-31-HOME-5(844) 314-6635 and we will connect you with an independent local company.
Homes in Los Angeles: what pros run into
Accessory dwelling units, many of them garage conversions, have gone up across the city since state law eased the rules. Summers are dry and hot, especially in the Valley, while the coast stays milder under the marine layer.
The 1994 Northridge earthquake damaged buildings across the Valley and changed how the region approaches retrofits. Attached and detached garages both show up here, and doors range from decades-old wood to newer insulated steel.
Earthquakes can knock tracks out of alignment. If the door binds after a shake, have it checked. The San Fernando Valley grew fast after World War II, and ranch houses with attached garages are everywhere in Van Nuys and North Hollywood.
Problems people call about
You may want a garage door company if you notice any of these:
- Door won't open or close
- Loud bang and door won't lift (often a spring)
- Opener runs but door doesn't move
How the connection works
- Give us a short description and a good callback number.
- We look for an available garage door company near Los Angeles and connect you.
- Nothing is booked until you and the pro agree on the visit and the cost.
Who handles what in Los Angeles
Garage door openers run on household power from the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, and many newer openers connect to Wi-Fi. Garage door contractors in California are licensed by the Contractors State License Board, which has an online lookup.
What to have ready
Move cars and stored items away from the door before the visit.
What people ask us
Can I add smart features to my opener?
Many openers support add-on Wi-Fi modules, or a newer opener can be installed. Check that your phone and home network are compatible before you buy any add-on.
Is my neighborhood in Los Angeles covered?
Our network reaches Westchester, Silver Lake, Echo Park and Boyle Heights and the rest of Los Angeles (90001, 90002, 90003, 90004, 90005 and others). Whether a pro can come depends on their schedule, and we will let you know quickly either way.
Why is my door so loud?
Worn rollers, loose hardware or a dry track are common causes. Lubrication and new rollers often help. Nylon rollers are usually quieter than steel ones and a common upgrade during a repair visit.
Can I replace a garage door spring myself?
It is not recommended. Torsion springs store dangerous tension, and mistakes can cause serious injury. A pro has the winding bars and clamps to do it safely, and can tell you whether both springs should be replaced at once.
Whatever the job, the more detail you share up front, the smoother the first visit tends to go.
Service area
Serving about a 50-mile radius from Los Angeles, depending on which independent pros are available. ZIPs: 90001, 90002, 90003, 90004, 90005, 90006, 90007, 90008, 90010, 90011, 90012, 90013, 90014, 90015, 90016, 90017, 90018, 90019, 90020, 90021, 90023, 90024, 90025, 90026, 90027, 90028, 90029, 90031, 90032, 90033, 90034, 90035, 90036, 90037, 90038, 90039, 90041, 90042, 90043, 90044, 90045, 90046, 90047, 90048, 90049, 90052, 90057, 90059, 90061, 90062, 90063, 90064, 90065, 90066, 90067, 90068, 90069, 90071, 90077, 90079, 90089, 90094, 90095, 90210, 90230, 90247, 90248, 90272, 90291, 90292, 90293, 90402, 90501, 90502, 90710, 90731, 90732, 90744, 91040, 91303, 91304, 91306, 91307, 91311, 91316, 91324, 91325, 91326, 91330, 91331, 91335, 91340, 91342, 91343, 91344, 91345, 91352, 91356, 91364, 91367, 91371, 91401, 91402, 91403, 91405, 91406, 91411, 91423, 91436, 91504, 91601, 91602, 91604, 91605, 91606, 91607
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