Common problems
- Opener runs but door doesn't move
- Door won't open or close
- Loud bang and door won't lift (often a spring)
Services
- Broken spring replacement
- Opener repair and installation
- 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.
Local rules before you book
Garage door openers run on household power from Portland General Electric or Pacific Power, depending on the area, and many newer openers connect to Wi-Fi. Oregon requires most contractors to hold a Construction Contractors Board license, which you can check online.
Homes in Portland: what pros run into
Summer heat waves have become more common, and many older homes lack air conditioning. The Water Bureau is building a filtration plant to treat Bull Run water.
The city's main wastewater plant turns biogas into renewable natural gas for NW Natural's pipeline. Older openers may lack the safety sensors required on newer models. Upgrading is a common request.
Moss and moisture at the bottom seal are common, and a new seal can keep water out. Long, wet winters keep crawl spaces damp, and moss is a common roof problem.
Get ready for the call
Note the brand of the opener and the door size if you know it.
Common reasons for a call
Here is what Portland callers mention most:
- Door won't open or close
- Loud bang and door won't lift (often a spring)
- Opener runs but door doesn't move
How we connect you
- Give us a short description and a good callback number.
- We look for an available garage door company near Portland and connect you.
- Nothing is booked until you and the pro agree on the visit and the cost.
Quick answers
Is my garage door opener too old?
Openers made before the early 1990s may not have the safety reverse features required today. If yours lacks photo eyes, replacing it is worth considering.
Why does my door reverse before closing?
Usually the safety sensors are misaligned or blocked. Clean the lenses and check that both lights are steady. If the sensors look fine, the close force setting or a worn track may be the cause.
Why won't my garage door close all the way?
The safety sensors near the floor may be blocked or out of line. Wipe the lenses and check that both lights are steady before calling for service.
Do you cover Laurelhurst and Alberta?
Pros we work with cover Portland neighborhoods such as Laurelhurst, Irvington, Mount Tabor and Multnomah Village, in ZIP codes 97201, 97202, 97203, 97204, 97205 and others. Availability changes day to day, and we will be upfront if nobody can take the job.
You are free to talk with more than one company before you decide.
Service area
Serving about a 50-mile radius from Portland, depending on which independent pros are available. ZIPs: 97201, 97202, 97203, 97204, 97205, 97206, 97208, 97209, 97210, 97211, 97212, 97213, 97214, 97215, 97216, 97217, 97218, 97219, 97220, 97221, 97227, 97229, 97230, 97232, 97233, 97236, 97239, 97258, 97266
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