Garage Door Opener Repair Calgary

Without a shadow of a doubt, your garage door opener is one of the most vital components of your entire garage door system. At Advantage Garage Doors, we can not only help you with your garage door opener repair. We can also help you select the most appropriate garage door opener for your household.


A garage door opener contains a great variety of parts. If you suspect your opener isn’t operating as smoothly as it should, do not attempt fixing it yourself. It can easily cause more damage, leading to an unnecessarily expensive garage door opener repair or a replacement.


We train our garage door technicians to detect problems with all garage opener parts. If we find it cost-effective for you, the client, we will repair those parts of your garage door opener. Consequently, replacing the faulty opener with a new one is the more sensible and affordable choice in certain situations.

If you suspect your garage door opener isn’t working correctly, don’t hesitate to call us; we will send an experienced technician to you as promptly as possible to prevent further damage to your garage door and its components.

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Our Procces of replacing or Repairing your garage door Opener

At Advantage Garage Doors, we offer same or next-day cable replacement. Our call-out fee is $29.

Step 1: You can easily set up an appointment by calling our dispatch at 587-418-3911 or messaging us on our website.

We will provide you with a 2-hour time frame based on your preference and availability.

Step 2: Our in-house garage door technician will send you a message informing you of his name and ETA before arriving at your property within the designated time frame. 

Step 3: With years of experience under our belt, our garage door technician will test your garage door opener and other components of your garage door to verify the faulty element and find the cause of the failure. 

Step 4: Now that we know what is required to get your garage door opener up and running again, our technician will let you know your options and cost before beginning any work.

It is important to keep in mind That the are many different components that can cause the opener to malfunction. Therefore the price of garage door opener repair can vary greatly. Additionally, depending on the age of the unit and the faulty component replacing the unit with a new Liftmaster garage door opener might be your best and most cost-effective option. 

Step 5: Once we receive the green light from you, the customer, to move forward with the work, we will proceed with your garage door opener repair or replacement. We keep our service trucks loaded with several new garage door opener models and some of the most common opener parts to provide each customer with the best-sooted solution in a single visit. Once the work is complete, our technician will test the door numerous times to ensure proper and smooth functionality.

Step 6: Payment. Our technicians are equipped with a debit and credit terminal to make the payment process convenient and hassle-free. In addition, you can also pay by cash or check. 

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Is my garage door opener broken?

Since modern garage door openers are composed of many different parts, it is difficult for a non-specialist to pinpoint the opener as the faulty garage door component.
However, some common issues usually tend to point in that direction. An example is a door that starts opening but cannot do so thoroughly. This technical issue has several possible causes, one being an improperly functioning garage door opener.


Another sign to watch out for while attempting to open your garage door is hearing the door opener working while the door remains firmly grounded. Any unusual noise from your garage opener warrants an inspection by a trained technician. When we catch the issue early enough, repair and readjustment may still be viable options. Therefore,
we believe prevention is the best medicine!
Our professional garage door technicians work with all the major brands of garage door openers, ensuring the ability to provide you with the most efficient service possible.

We perform same-day and emergency garage door opener repair and replacement at Advantage Garage Doors. Hence, don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions or issues!

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Selecting a garage door opener

Selecting a suitable garage door opener for you and your family is critical. You must consider the most important features when deciding which garage door opener to install.
Which safety features are musts? Is remote access a necessity? Is noise a critical factor, or is your garage detached from your home?
Does your garage have an exceptionally high ceiling?
What is your current budget?

Using all these questions and more, our technicians will assist you in selecting the best choice for your family. Additionally, we are providing garage door openers from well-known brands like LiftMaster. for being at the forefront of the industry, and when it comes to you and your family – we offer nothing but the best.

 

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Chain drive garage door openers

Chain drive garage door openers are some of the most common, durable, and usually the most affordable choice. However, they aren’t ideal for households with bedrooms above the garage, as they tend to be noisier.

Belt drive garage door openers

Due to the rubber belt replacing the chain, Belt-drive garage door openers are noticeably quieter than chain-drive openers. Generally, rubber belts are steel-reinforced and extremely durable, with the premium models offering a lifetime warranty. As such, They are ideal for households with an attached garage near living quarters. Also, The belt drive will reduce vibration, helping your opener go unnoticed at work!

Jackshaft drive garage door openers (side mount)

Jackshaft garage door openers. While less common in the residential setting, owners of garages with particularly tall ceilings favour these units as we mount them on the wall next to the door itself. Subsequently, it provides you with a lot of open space. Generally spiking, If your garage is noticeably taller than standard, a jackshaft opener may be the most appropriate for you.

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Garage door opener safety features

We offer a variety of safety features with our garage door openers. Modern openers have a few key characteristics to lessen the risk of injury. Additionally, they will assist in protecting your home from intruders.

Photo eyes or safety sensors

Photo eyes are also known as safety sensors. Nowadays, Having garage door photo eyes is a requirement. Having Photo eyes minimizes the risk of injury while using your overhead door. For example, if an obstacle or a person crosses the path of the safety sensors – they will prevent the door from closing.

Rolling codes

Many modern garage door openers feature rolling codes. Having a rolling code feature generates a new code after each opening of your garage door. Therefore, this prevents potential intruders from intercepting a code they could use to access your garage.

Auto-close feature

The auto-close feature is handy in settings with frequent unsupervised access to and from the garage, such as residential buildings, shopping malls, or any workplace with an oversized garage.  Auto-close allows vehicles to enter and exit without waiting to ensure the door closes behind them. 

Wi-Fi

Garage door openers with built-in Wi-Fi can be connected to your home or an application, offering remote control and supervision. You can open or close your door from afar and receive notifications when your garage door is in use.

Garage door locks

This feature is incredibly useful for getaways and vacations. Your garage door can be locked manually or via an application. This will prevent remotes from opening your garage, allowing you to enjoy your time away worry-free.