Garage Door Questions, Answered

Cost depends on door weight and whether one or both torsion springs are replaced. We quote a fixed price on site after weighing and measuring the door, and always price the pair as an option because springs wear at the same rate.

Sandton, Morningside, Rivonia, Bryanston and Sunninghill are typically 60–90 minutes for emergencies. Fourways, Randburg, Rosebank, Midrand, Bedfordview and Centurion are usually same day for standard bookings.

A door with sound panels and a straight frame is almost always worth repairing. Replacement makes sense when panels are rusted through, the door has been impact-damaged, or repeated repairs are stacking up on a door over 15 years old.

Usually yes. The common failures are a drained backup battery, a tripped board or a blown fuse. We test the supply, the battery and the control board before recommending a replacement motor.

Yes. We programme new and replacement remotes for Centurion, Digidoor, Chamberlain, Gliderol and ET systems, and can clear lost remotes from the receiver's memory.

No. Torsion springs hold enough stored energy to cause serious injury when they release. Winding bars, correct sizing and controlled tensioning are required — this is one job to leave to a technician.

We run 24/7 emergency call-outs for doors that will not close, jammed doors and broken springs, including weekends and public holidays.

All repairs and installations carry a 12-month workmanship warranty. Parts carry the manufacturer's warranty, typically 12–24 months on motors.