Garage door opener repair in Ottawa

Signs you need this repair

• The opener hums or clicks but the door doesn't move
• The door starts closing, then reverses back up
• The remote or wall button works only sometimes
• The light on the safety sensor is blinking or off
• Grinding, rattling or very slow movement

Check these three things first

Before you call anyone: make sure the opener is plugged in and the breaker hasn't tripped; check that nothing is blocking the two small safety sensors near the floor (in winter, snow and salt spray are common culprits); and try fresh batteries in your remote. If none of that helps, it's time for a technician.

Repair or replace?

Sensors, remotes, logic boards and drive gears can all be replaced individually. If your opener is more than 15 years old, very noisy, or lacks modern safety features, a technician may suggest a new belt-drive or smart opener instead. Ask for both options so you can compare.

One important point: if the door is heavy or lopsided when you lift it by hand, the real problem is probably a spring or cable, and a new opener won't fix it.

What it typically costs

Published Ottawa guides list opener repairs from under $100 for sensor fixes up to roughly $450, and new openers from roughly $250 to $950 installed depending on type. See our cost guide for sources. Read the cost guide.

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