Garage Door Repair
Help with doors that will not open, will not close, make noise, or have stopped working the way they should.
Garage Door Opener Repair in Murfreesboro, TN
Opener humming but the door not moving? Remote not working? Call to speak with a garage door specialist about your opener.
The opener is the motorised unit that drives your garage door up and down, and it is also the part you interact with most: the remote in the car, the keypad by the door, the wall button inside. When the opener stops working, the door usually stops too — even though the door itself may be perfectly sound.
Most residential openers last about 10 to 15 years. Common brands seen in Murfreesboro homes include LiftMaster, Chamberlain, Genie, and Craftsman. This website helps homeowners connect with independent local contractors who work on these and other opener brands. We do not repair openers ourselves.
Common signs you need garage door opener repair
Opener problems usually show up in one of these ways.
- The opener hums or clicks but the door does not move
- The door opens partway and then reverses
- The remote or keypad works sometimes, or not at all
- The wall control works but the remote does not, or the other way around
- The opener runs but the door stays still, as if disconnected
- The opener is unusually loud, or the chain or belt slips and jerks
- The door closes and then immediately opens again
- The opener light flashes and the door will not close
What usually causes this problem
A humming opener with a door that does not move often points to a stripped gear inside the opener, or to a door problem the opener cannot overcome — a broken spring, for example. If the opener runs but the door stays still, the emergency release cord may have been pulled, disconnecting the door from the trolley. Reversing and flashing lights usually involve the photo-eye safety sensors near the floor: a blocked, dirty, or misaligned sensor tells the opener the path is not clear.
Remote and keypad problems are often simpler: a dead battery, a remote that has lost its pairing, or a keypad that needs reprogramming. Circuit boards can also fail with age or after a power surge, which is worth remembering in an area that sees summer thunderstorms. A contractor can test the opener, the sensors, and the door's balance to find which part is actually at fault, rather than replacing parts by guesswork.
How the problem is usually fixed
Depending on the diagnosis, a repair may involve replacing worn gears, re-aligning or replacing photo-eye sensors, replacing a circuit board, fitting a new remote or keypad, replacing a chain or belt, or adjusting the opener's travel and force settings. If the opener is old and the repair cost is close to the cost of a new unit, the contractor can discuss whether a new opener is the better choice.
Modern openers offer features older units do not: quieter belt drives, battery backup so the door works during a power cut, and Wi-Fi connectivity so you can check the door from your phone. Whether those features matter to you is a personal choice, and a contractor can explain the options without pressure.
What to expect when you call
When you call, note the opener brand if you can see it on the motor unit, what happens when you press the wall button versus the remote, and whether the opener makes any sound. If the door is stuck open, mention that first so the contractor understands the urgency. Do not keep pressing the remote repeatedly if the opener is straining — it can damage the motor.
How it works
- Call. Call (615) 845-8263 and describe the problem in your own words.
- Describe the problem. Note what the door does, what it sounds like, and whether it is open or closed.
- Connect with a contractor. We help connect you with an independent local contractor.
- Discuss next steps. The contractor discusses the repair or installation with you and arranges a visit if needed.
Related services
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Garage Door Replacement
Replace a damaged, worn-out, or outdated garage door with a new door that fits your home.
Garage Door Spring Repair
Help with broken torsion and extension springs — the most common reason a door suddenly becomes too heavy to lift.
Garage Door Cable Repair
Help with snapped, frayed, or loose cables that leave the door crooked, jammed, or hanging unevenly.
Off-Track Door Repair
Help with a garage door that has come off its tracks, jammed, or will not move smoothly along the rails.
Emergency Garage Door Repair
Help when a garage door problem cannot wait — a door stuck open, a broken spring, or a door that will not secure your home.
Where this service is available
This service is available to homeowners in Murfreesboro, TN, and the surrounding service areas: Smyrna, La Vergne, Nashville, Franklin, Brentwood, Antioch, Nolensville, and Lebanon. See the full list on our service areas page.
From the blog
Helpful guides related to this service:
- Garage Door Opener Hums but the Door Will Not Move: Causes and Fixes — A humming opener with a still door usually means stripped gears or a broken spring. Here is how to tell which one, and why you should stop running the opener.
- Garage Door Remote or Keypad Not Working: What to Check — A dead remote or keypad is often a battery or a lost pairing. Work through these checks before you call, and know when the opener itself is the problem.
- Smart Garage Door Openers and Wi-Fi: A Simple Guide — A smart opener lets you check and control your garage door from your phone. Here is what it does, what it needs, and when an upgrade makes sense.
See all guides on our blog.
Frequently asked questions
The opener motor is running but the drive is not engaging, which often means stripped gears inside the opener, or a door that is too heavy to lift because a spring has broken. Turn the opener off and call for service assistance rather than letting it strain.
A door that reverses is usually responding to the photo-eye safety sensors, which may be blocked, dirty, or out of alignment. Check the sensors near the floor on both sides of the door. If they look clear and the problem continues, a contractor can test the sensors and the opener settings.
The remote battery is the first thing to check. If a new battery does not help, the remote may have lost its pairing with the opener, or the remote itself may have failed. A contractor can reprogram or replace the remote and check the opener's receiver.
If the opener is relatively new and only one part has failed, repair is usually sensible. If it is 10 to 15 years old, noisy, and needs a major part such as a circuit board or motor, replacement may be the better value. A contractor can compare the options for your specific opener.
A flashing light usually signals that the opener has detected a problem — most often with the safety sensors. Count the flashes if you can, and note whether the door reverses. That information helps the contractor diagnose the issue when you call.
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