Professional Tune-Up • $120–$180 • 10% Off for Returning Customers
Garage Door Maintenance in Calgary
Calgary's extreme climate is hard on garage doors. An annual tune-up keeps your door quiet, balanced, and reliable — and prevents costly emergency repairs before they happen.
Why Calgary Garage Doors Need Annual Maintenance
Calgary's climate is uniquely hard on garage doors. Temperature swings of 60°C between seasons cause metal to expand and contract, weakening springs and cracking seals. Chinook winds create sudden pressure changes that stress tracks and frames. Road salt and moisture accelerate rust on cables, springs, and hardware.
A door that runs fine in September may be noisy and sluggish by January. An annual tune-up catches these issues before they become emergency repairs — a $150 investment that regularly saves $400+ in avoided repairs.
What's Included in Our Maintenance Service
A thorough 20-point inspection and tune-up — not just a quick spray of lubricant.
Lubrication
- ✓All hinges and roller bearings
- ✓Torsion springs (food-grade grease)
- ✓Track and chain/belt drive
- ✓Lock mechanism and cables
Inspection
- ✓Spring condition and tension
- ✓Cable wear and drum alignment
- ✓Roller wear (nylon vs. steel)
- ✓Track alignment and fasteners
Safety Testing
- ✓Auto-reverse force test (CPSC standard)
- ✓Safety sensor alignment & range
- ✓Manual disconnect test
- ✓Emergency release operation
Minor Repairs Included
- ✓Tighten loose hardware
- ✓Adjust track alignment
- ✓Replace worn weather seals
- ✓Re-program remote if needed
Balance Adjustment
- ✓Spring tension calibration
- ✓Door balance test (mid-travel hold)
- ✓Opener force recalibration
- ✓Travel limit adjustment
Written Report
- ✓Itemized inspection results
- ✓Priority repair recommendations
- ✓Estimated costs if repairs needed
- ✓Next service reminder
Maintenance Pricing — Calgary
Transparent pricing with no hidden fees. All prices + GST.
| Service | Price (+ GST) | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Maintenance & Tune-Up | $120–$180 | 25-35 min |
| Maintenance + Rollers Replacement | $200–$280 | 35-60 min |
| Maintenance + Weatherstrip Replacement | $220–$260 | 60–90 min |
Maintenance vs. No Maintenance — 10-Year Cost
Many homeowners skip maintenance, thinking they're saving money. Here's what that actually costs:
| Scenario | With Annual Maintenance | Without Maintenance |
|---|---|---|
| Spring lifespan (avg) | 10–12 years | 7–8 years |
| Roller lifespan (avg) | 12–15 years | 7–10 years |
| Opener lifespan (avg) | 12–15 years | 8–10 years |
| 10-year maintenance cost | ~$1,500 | $0 |
| 10-year repair cost (avg) | ~$400 | ~$1,800 |
| Total 10-year cost | ~$1,900 | ~$1,800 + early replacements |
The bottom line: Annual maintenance pays for itself by extending component life and catching problems before they cause expensive emergency repairs. A $180 maintenance visit can prevent a $650 emergency repair of an off-track door caused by a broken cable.
The Cost of Skipping Maintenance
Small problems become expensive repairs when ignored.
If you ignore:
Dry hinges & rollers
Premature wear full roller replacement
If you ignore:
Spring tension drift
Snapped spring emergency replacement
If you ignore:
Fraying cable
Snapped cable emergency repair
A $120–$150 annual tune-up routinely prevents $400–$800+ in repairs.
What Happens During a Maintenance Visit
Professional, systematic — in and out in under 90 minutes.
Arrive & Observe
Technician arrives, runs the door through several cycles while observing speed, alignment, noise, and balance. Issues are flagged before any tools come out.
20-Point Service
Springs lubricated, rollers cleaned and greased, cables inspected, tracks adjusted, hardware tightened, sensors tested, and opener calibrated.
Report & Recommendations
You receive a written inspection report with any items that need attention — prioritized by urgency and with clear cost estimates so you can plan ahead.
Frequently Asked Questions — Maintenance
A standard professional tune-up costs $120 (single door) to $150 (double door) + GST. The service includes full lubrication, safety inspection, balance check, and minor hardware adjustments. Returning customers receive 10% off all future services.
Once per year for most Calgary homeowners. If your door sees heavy use (6+ cycles/day) or you have an older home, consider a tune-up every 6 months. Calgary's extreme temperature swings — from -35°C winters to +35°C summers — accelerate wear on seals, springs, and hardware.
Our tune-up includes: full lubrication of all moving parts (hinges, rollers, springs, tracks), spring tension and balance check, cable and drum inspection, safety sensor test, auto-reverse force test, weatherstripping check, and a written report of any items needing attention.
Noise is the most common sign of a door that needs maintenance. Squeaking usually means dry hinges or rollers. Rattling suggests loose hardware. Grinding can indicate worn nylon rollers or misaligned tracks. All are resolved during a standard tune-up.
Early spring (March–April) is ideal — after winter stress and before summer heat. Fall (September–October) is the second-best time to prepare for winter. Avoid waiting until something breaks — a $150 tune-up can prevent a $400+ repair.
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From $120 • Same-Day Appointments • 10% Off for Returning Customers