Garage Door Maintenance
& Tune-Up Service
A $100 tune-up can prevent a $500 emergency repair. Our 21-point inspection and service keeps your door running safely, quietly, and reliably — year after year.
What's Included in Our Tune-Up
Our 21-point service covers every component of your garage door system — not just a quick spray of lubricant.
Spring Inspection & Adjustment
Check torsion and extension springs for wear, rust, and proper tension. Adjust as needed to ensure balanced lifting.
Cable & Pulley Inspection
Inspect cables for fraying, kinking, and proper winding. Check pulleys for wear and smooth rotation.
Track Alignment & Cleaning
Clean debris from tracks, check alignment, and tighten any loose hardware. Misaligned tracks cause premature wear.
Full Lubrication Service
Lubricate all moving parts — springs, rollers, hinges, cables, and tracks — with professional-grade lubricants.
Opener Safety Test
Test auto-reverse safety feature, force settings, and travel limits. Verify all remotes and keypads are functioning.
Weatherseal Inspection
Inspect bottom seal and side weatherstripping for cracks, gaps, and proper contact with the floor and jambs.
The Full 21-Point Checklist
Every tune-up includes all 21 inspection and service points. No shortcuts.
Simple, Transparent Pricing
No hidden fees. No upsells. Just honest service at a fair price.
21-Point Tune-Up
Why Annual Maintenance Matters
Your garage door is the largest moving part of your home, and it operates under significant mechanical stress. Torsion springs cycle through thousands of open/close cycles per year. Rollers, cables, and hinges wear down with every use. Without regular lubrication and adjustment, small issues become expensive failures.
A broken torsion spring costs $150–$250 to replace. A snapped cable costs $100–$175. A failed opener can run $300–$600. In most cases, these failures are predictable — a technician can spot a spring that's 80% worn before it breaks. Annual maintenance is simply the most cost-effective way to own a garage door.
A properly maintained door is a safe door. We test auto-reverse, force limits, and photo-eye sensors every visit.
Regular lubrication and adjustment can double the life of springs, rollers, and cables — saving hundreds over the door's lifetime.
A tuned door operates quietly and consistently. No grinding, no hesitation, no unexpected failures at 7am on a workday.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should I have my garage door serviced?
We recommend a professional tune-up once a year for most homes. If you use your garage door more than 4 times a day, or if your garage is heated/cooled, twice a year is ideal. Annual service catches worn components before they fail and keeps your door running quietly and safely.
How much does a garage door tune-up cost?
A standard 21-point tune-up from JS Garage Door Services is $75–$125 depending on door size and condition. This includes full lubrication, hardware tightening, safety testing, and a written condition report. If repairs are needed, we'll quote them separately before doing any work.
What's included in a garage door tune-up?
Our tune-up covers 21 inspection and service points: spring inspection and adjustment, full lubrication of all moving parts, hardware tightening, opener safety testing, weatherseal inspection, balance test, and a written condition report. It's the most thorough service in the Twin Cities.
Can I do garage door maintenance myself?
Homeowners can safely lubricate rollers, hinges, and tracks with white lithium grease every 6 months. However, spring adjustment, cable inspection, and opener safety testing should always be done by a professional. Springs are under extreme tension and can cause serious injury if handled incorrectly.
What happens if I skip annual maintenance?
Skipping maintenance leads to accelerated wear on springs, rollers, and cables — the most expensive components to replace. A $100 tune-up can prevent a $300–$500 emergency repair call. It also keeps your door operating safely, which matters for a system that moves hundreds of pounds.
Schedule Your Tune-Up Today
Most tune-ups are completed in under an hour. Same-day and next-day appointments are usually available throughout the Twin Cities.