How Much Does It Cost To Repair Your Garage Door Opener?
Has your garage door stopped opening and closing properly? Are you noticing strange sounds coming from the garage door opener? It’s probably time for repairs.
Your garage door opener is responsible for driving the mechanism that lowers or raises your door when you press the button on your remote. Without an opener that functions properly, you won’t be able to use your garage door safely or at all. This is why you should organize an inspection by a garage door maintenance technician as soon as possible.
But how much does it cost to repair a garage door opener? Well, the answer is broad, and costs can run from $140 for basic servicing and hundreds more if you have to replace it completely.
In this guide we’ll look at how much it costs to repair your garage door opener, as well as some common issues that require expert repairs.
What Factors Influence The Cost Of Repairs?
There are a few things that can influence how much it costs to fix your garage door opener. This includes:
- The type of opener (chain or belt drive)
- How old your opener is
- The type of problem
- The new parts and labour spent on fixing the issue
At Lightning Garage Door Solutions, we believe in transparency, so we’ll always talk you through your options for repair vs replacement and give you clear pricing so you can make an informed decision.
What Are The Most Common Types Of Garage Door Opener Repairs?
There are plenty of different reasons your opener might need repairs. Some are quick and easy, and pretty affordable. Others might be more involved, requiring replacement parts and can therefore cost a little more.
Below are some of the more common kinds of garage door motor repairs.
Motor Not Working
If the motor in your opener isn’t working properly, it’s not going to operate. This tends to be one of the more expensive repairs, because of the parts required and the time needed to complete the repairs. In some cases, it might be more affordable to replace your garage door opener entirely.
Repairing a burned out or broken down garage door motor usually cost between $250 and $600 depending on the model.
Worn Or Broken Gears
The gears inside your opener will wear out or break over time. If you use your garage door frequently or the unit is on the older side, this is a common issue you’ll come across.
Repairing gears inside your opener usually cost between $200 and $500 depending on the model.
Chain Or Belt Issues
The chain or belt (depending on the type of mechanism) pulls your door up and lowers it down. If your chain or belt is having problems maintaining tension, has stripped or broken completely your garage door opener won’t operate until you have this fixed.
These repairs usually cost between $200 and $350 depending on the model.
Internal Electrical Faults
Not all issues with an opener are mechanical faults. Some are caused by problems with your internal electrical infrastructure, such as blown fuses, burnt out circuit boards and wiring faults. These are tricky to diagnose at first – if your opener has power from the power source but isn’t working, the problem is likely with an internal electrical component.
This kind of fix usually cost between $150 and $600 depending on the model.
Remote Issues
Remote issues can be caused by the hand held remotes themselves or by the receiver built into the circuit board. There’s a few ways to fix this issue like replacing the remotes or adding an external receiver to the garage door opener.
These kind of fixes usually cost between $70 and $350 depending on the model.
So What’s A New Garage Door Opener Cost?
Each type of garage door requires a different garage door motor. Let’s take a look at each:
Roller Doors
Roller doors are very popular across Brisbane and the rest of the country, because they’re compact, very easy to operate, and more affordable than other types of doors. These doors roll upwards, into a coil, which saves on ceiling space in your garage.
Roller doors come in a variety of different sizes from small single doors used for entryways right up to large doors for double car garages.
Replacing a roller door motor on a single car garage can cost between $600 and $800.
Replacing a roller door motor on a double car garage can cost between $700 and $1100.
Sectional Doors or Panel Doors
Sectional doors open vertically and are made up of a number of separate hinged panels. When the door opens, these panels are lifted and sit parallel to the ceiling. These types of doors tend to be tough, quieter, and offer up better insulation than other doors, keeping your garage cooler or warmer, depending on the weather outside.
Replacing a sectional door motor on a single car garage can cost between $600 and $950.
Replacing a sectional door motor on a double car garage can cost between $600 and $950.
Tilt Doors
A tilt door consists of one single panel that tilts up and into the garage when you open it. These types of doors were more common pre 2000’s, but can still be found in many homes around Brisbane.
Replacing a tilt door motor on a single car garage can cost between $600 and $950.
Replacing a tilt door motor on a double car garage can cost between $600 and $950.
All these prices include both the unit and professional installation. While replacing your garage door opener is usually more expensive than a repair, it can still be the smarter choice in the long run.
One or two repairs can quickly add up to the cost of a brand-new automatic opener. And eventually, you’ll likely need to replace it anyway—especially when manufacturers stop supplying parts or multiple components fail at once. Instead of spending money on repairs and a future replacement, it often makes more sense to skip the repairs and go straight for a new opener. Plus, you’ll get the peace of mind that comes with a full warranty and the latest technology.
When To Call A Garage Door Specialist
If you experience any of the following, give us a call:
- A burning smell coming from your opener
- The door is jammed
- The opener doesn’t operate consistently
- You can hear grinding or squealing noises.
- The opener won’t operate at all
- The opener auto reverses when opening or closing.
We’ll help diagnose the problem as quickly as possible, and help get it working properly again.
Speak To Our Team Today About Your Garage Door Opener
Looking for garage door opener repairs in Brisbane? At Lightning Garage Door Solutions, we have over 10 years of experience repairing and replacing openers for all kinds of garage doors in Brisbane. We believe our customers shouldn’t have to choose between quality and price so we focus on providing both.