Straight Shot Garage

Garage Door Opener Repair

Openers are the second-most-common call we get. Sometimes it's the motor, sometimes it's the trolley or gear kit, and sometimes it's a $0 fix like a flipped lock switch or a misaligned sensor. We service most major brands — LiftMaster, Chamberlain, Genie, Craftsman and more — and we'll tell you straight when a repair makes sense and when a new opener is the better money.

Straightforward pricing

$100–$400

Depends on the fault. Simple fixes sit at the low end; motor and board work at the high end. Exact quote before any work.

Signs you need this

  • Opener hums but the door doesn't move
  • Grinding noise (often a worn gear or trolley)
  • Remote works intermittently or only up close
  • Door reverses for no obvious reason
  • Opener runs but chain or belt slips

How we handle it

  • Test the opener, safety sensors, remotes, and wall station
  • Isolate the fault: motor, gear kit, trolley, logic board, or signal
  • Quote the repair — and tell you honestly if replacement is smarter
  • Repair on the spot when parts allow; we stock common motors and parts

Common questions

Repair or replace my opener?

Rough rule: if the repair costs more than half the price of a comparable new opener, or the unit is 15+ years old without safety sensors, replacement is usually the better money. We'll lay out both numbers for you.

Which opener brands do you work on?

Most major brands — LiftMaster, Chamberlain, Genie, Craftsman, and others. If it's mounted in a residential garage, odds are we've fixed one like it.

Why does my door reverse before closing?

Usually the safety sensors — misaligned, dirty, or sun glare — or the closing force needs adjustment. It's often one of the cheapest fixes on the menu.

How much does garage door opener repair cost?

$100–$400 depending on the fault. Remote and sensor fixes sit at the low end; motor, gear kit, and logic board work at the high end. You get the exact number before we start — and if replacement is the smarter money, we'll say so.

Why did my remotes suddenly stop working?

Batteries first — always. After that: the opener's lock/vacation switch, a remote that lost its programming, or a failing receiver board. If the wall button works but remotes don't, it's almost never the expensive part.

Need opener repair? Let's get it done.

Same-day service in most of Ventura County. Upfront pricing, honest diagnosis, no overselling — that's the whole deal.