Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Garage doors typically come in standard sizes, such as a single car (8×7 feet or 9×7 feet) or a double car (16×7 feet), but specific sizes and options may vary. 

Yes, AAA Garage Door Services has a team of AAADM-certified garage door technicians. Our certified garage door technicians provide quality residential and commercial garage door services that include repair, maintenance, and installation of garage doors. Besides this, our team of technicians works with precision, accountability, and minimal downtime while installing or repairing any type of garage door, so we confidently provide a 1-year labor warranty. 

If the squeaky noise is coming from hinges, rollers, and torsion springs, try lubricating them with lithium-based or silicone-based lubricant spray. However, if the squeaking sounds are still persistent while opening and closing your garage door, it means some garage door parts are out of alignment. In this case, you must call our professional garage door technician for help. If you keep dripping or spraying excess lubricant and keep ignoring its repair, the garage door will eventually stop working, leading to more expensive repairs. Since a garage is a heavy and complex system with hundreds of small moving parts that work together, a professional technician will be able to take proper safety precautions and tighten or replace any door parts.

In our garage door repair or installation, we always offer a 1-year labor warranty and 1 to 5 years of manufacturer’s warranty on any garage door or door parts that we replace and install. To learn more about our warranty details, give us a call today!

Well, it depends on your garage door lifespan and the type of problem that you are having with your garage door. The average lifespan of a garage door is 15 to 30 years. So, if your garage door is old, has a considerable amount of weather damage like rusting, warping, and discoloration, the wood has started to rot, or you have already done costly repairs in the past, in cases like these, it’s cheaper to replace a garage door. But if your garage door is out of balance, suddenly breaks down, and has dents on one or two panels, it’s cheaper for you to repair your garage door than to replace it. 

 Since the garage door has an excellent cost vs. value ratio, homeowners can replace an out-of-date garage door with a new one with no second thought. But for those who are a little tight on budget, call us today, and we will send our certified garage door technicians to inspect your garage door and give you an actionable plan with an estimate.

Yes, our technicians can repair the dents and scratches on a garage door. We only suggest doing the DIY repair if the dents and scratches are minor. But if two or more panels of your garage door are badly dented, rotted, or corroded, it means you need to replace the entire garage door panel, and the whole door has to come down. So, for tasks like this, you must call our experienced technicians. Alternatively, if your garage door has major dents and scratches, you can install a new garage door instead of having a professional fix each panel individually. We say this because you can have a 97% return on investment in replacing a broken garage door with a new one instead of repairing it.

Yes, we also repair broken chains and cables on garage doors. It’s very dangerous to open or close a garage door with a broken chain and cable since it can lead to serious injury. So, if you notice a snapped cable hanging or if your garage door won’t move at all, call us immediately. Our certified technicians will replace the chain and cable with manufacturer-approved replacement parts and assemble them without damaging the door or other moving parts.

Repairing a garage door can be expensive, depending on a variety of factors, such as the type of repair, the extent of the damage, and the specific parts that need to be replaced. Minor repairs, such as fixing a spring or cable, can cost between $100 and $300 (per spring, depending on the spring brand), while more significant repairs, such as replacing panels or the entire door, can cost $500 to $1500 or more. We offer low prices that are affordable for everyone while maintaining high quality.

We take 2 to 3 hours to install a garage door. To be precise, our installation time depends on factors like garage door type, size, and weather conditions. Apart from this, our experienced garage door installers take all of the safety precautions and efficiently complete the installation job within a few hours. Additionally, we also provide 1 to 5 years of manufacturer’s warranty on the garage door and 1 year of labor warranty (maintenance included).

We offer custom garage doors tailored to customer requests. Our options include various window designs, panel designs, colors, and glass selections. Customers may also request size variations, unique designs, special finishes, or specific desired features. It’s recommended to contact us directly to explore our customization options and discuss how we can meet your specific needs.

A garage door spring breaks due to wear and tear (i.e., within 10,000 cycles), rust, and improper maintenance. One way to prevent the garage springs from breaking is by lubricating them a few times a year with white lithium grease. Additionally, you can also check the condition of the springs by checking the balance of your garage door every few months. You can inspect the balance by putting the garage door in manual mode, lifting the door 4 to 5 feet (i.e., 1 to 2 meters), and finally letting it go. If your garage door springs are in good shape, they will hold the door. However, if the door slips or sags, it means that your garage door springs are wearing out and need a replacement immediately. 

You can find garage door replacement parts at AAA Garage Door Services in Washington. Since we are a garage door service-focused company, we always have high-quality and warrantied garage door parts in stock. From springs, cables, rollers, drums, hinges, brackets, and panels, we have all the necessary and genuine garage door parts in different sizes and types. For more information, get in touch with us today!

The cost of garage door opener & spring repair costs the following in Washington: 

Garage Door Opener Installation:

• Average cost: $600 to $1,080 per project
• Labor charges: $65 to $85 for 2 to 6 hours
• Materials (opener): $818 to $1,000 (dependent on opener type)
• Installation costs vary based on: Opener type, Labor difficulty, & Garage door style

Garage Door Spring Repairs:

• • Cost range: $200 to $350 (materials and labor)

• Cost breakdown by door type:

• • Tilt-up doors: $150 to $200 per spring
  • Roll-up doors: $200 to $350 per spring
  • Double doors: $200 to $400 per spring

Additional Charges:

• Extra repairs or tasks: $50 to $100 per hour

Conversion of Springs (from extension to torsion):

• Adds $400 to $800 per spring

You can get commercial garage door parts from AAA Garage Door Services in WA. We source warrantied and genuine garage door parts directly from well-known garage door manufacturers in the industry. All of the garage door parts that we use while repairing your garage door are durable, functional, and adhere to safety standards and regulations. Additionally, we provide different sizes and types of commercial garage door parts that are accurately compatible with your garage door’s model and specifications.

In Washington, garage door replacement costs vary considerably based on the size, material, style, insulation, and other features of the door. 

• Stainless steel garage door replacement: $600 to $2,000 (per project)
• Aluminum garage door panel replacement: $700 to $2,000 (per project)
• Wooden Garage Door Panel Replacement: $700 to $2,000 (per project)

Glass door replacement: $75 to $150 (per project)

Here are some common tips on how you can extend and maintain the lifespan of your garage door:

• Inspect your garage door parts every few months
• Lubricate the moving parts
• Tighten loose bolts and nuts
• Keep the tracks clean
• Test safety features
• Check the balance of the garage door and the alignment of the garage door parts
• Pay attention to weatherstripping

The best tip of all is to maintain your garage door continually. And, if you notice any issue with your garage door, don’t try to DIY fix it; call our professional garage door technician for help.