Common problems

Garage Door Opener Problems We Fix

Most garage door opener problems have a simple cause. Here's what we see most often.

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Motor runs but the door won't move

Often a stripped drive gear, a worn belt or chain, or a disconnected trolley.

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Door reverses before closing

Usually misaligned photo-eye safety sensors or the opener's force setting.

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Remote or keypad stopped working

We reprogram garage door remotes and keypads, or replace them.

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Loud grinding or rattling

Chain-drive openers get noisy with age; belt-drive models are much quieter.

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Opener doesn't respond at all

It could be power, wiring, the wall button or the logic board — we'll track it down.

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Your opener is getting old

Older openers may lack modern safety sensors and rolling-code security.

What's included

Opener Repair & Installation

Whether we're fixing your current garage door opener or installing a new one, we make sure it's set up right and safe.

Diagnosis of the motor, gears, logic board and wiring
Repair of drive gears, sprockets, belts and chains
New chain, belt, screw-drive or wall-mount openers
Smart Wi-Fi setup so you can open the door from your phone
Photo-eye safety sensor alignment
Force and travel limit adjustment
Remote and keypad programming
Auto-reverse safety test

💡Chain, belt or smart opener?

Chain drive — strong and budget-friendly, but louder.
Belt drive — very quiet, great if there's a bedroom above the garage.
Wall-mount — mounts beside the door and frees up ceiling space.
Smart / Wi-Fi — open, close and check your door from your phone.

Not sure which is right? We'll recommend the best fit for your door and budget.

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How it works

Simple From Start to Finish

1

Tell us what's happening

Call or send the form — describe what the opener is (or isn't) doing.

2

We diagnose & quote

We test the opener and door, then give you an upfront price to repair or replace.

3

Working & safe

Repaired or installed, programmed and safety-tested before we leave.

Service areas

Garage Door Opener Repair Across the DC Metro Area

Looking for garage door opener repair near you? Our technicians cover Montgomery County, Prince George's County, Howard and Anne Arundel, Frederick, Northern Virginia and Washington DC — a 35-mile radius around Rockville, MD.

📍 Rockville 📍 Bethesda 📍 Silver Spring 📍 Gaithersburg 📍 Germantown 📍 Potomac 📍 Frederick 📍 Columbia 📍 Laurel 📍 Annapolis 📍 Bowie 📍 College Park 📍 Washington DC 📍 Arlington 📍 Alexandria 📍 McLean 📍 Tysons 📍 Fairfax 📍 Reston 📍 Sterling

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Questions

Opener Repair & Installation FAQ

Should I repair or replace my garage door opener?

If the opener is fairly new, a repair is usually the best value. If it's old, noisy or missing modern safety features, replacing it often makes more sense. We'll give you honest advice either way.

Which garage door opener brands do you work on?

All major brands, including LiftMaster, Chamberlain, Genie, Craftsman and Linear.

Do you install smart Wi-Fi garage door openers?

Yes. We install and set up smart openers so you can open, close and check your garage door from your phone.

Why does my garage door reverse before it closes?

Most often the safety sensors near the floor are misaligned or blocked. It can also be the opener's force setting. It's usually a quick fix.

Free & no obligation