Garage Door Repair & Service
Serving homeowners throughout Metro Detroit from Farmington Hills, Tarnow Doors provides garage door repair, maintenance, and opener service for residential garage door systems. Our technicians repair broken springs, off track doors, snapped cables, damaged rollers, malfunctioning openers, and doors that are no longer opening and closing safely.
Since 1966, homeowners across Oakland County and nearby Southeast Michigan communities have relied on Tarnow Doors for practical garage door repairs and straightforward service recommendations.
A noisy, uneven, or hard to open garage door is often a sign of more than normal wear. Worn rollers, improper spring tension, track alignment issues, opener strain, or damaged hardware can create safety concerns and lead to more expensive failures if ignored. Our in house technicians focus on practical, long term repairs that help keep your garage door secure, functional, and protected from Michigan weather.
Garage Door Problems We Repair
Tarnow Doors repairs residential garage door systems with a focus on safe operation, proper balance, and long-term performance. Our technicians look for the root cause of the problem, whether the issue is a broken spring, worn hardware, opener failure, misalignment, or weather sealing that no longer protects the garage.
- Broken spring repair and replacement: We replace worn or broken torsion and extension springs to restore proper door balance and safe operation.
- Doors off track or misaligned: We realign garage doors to reduce strain on the system and help prevent further damage.
- Snapped cables and damaged rollers: We replace worn or damaged hardware so the door can move smoothly and safely.
- Garage door opener repair: We diagnose motor problems, sensor failures, remote and keypad issues, and unreliable opener operation. When replacement is the better option, we can help you compare new garage door opener systems.
- Panel damage and structural wear: We repair or replace damaged sections when the door structure has been compromised.
- Weather stripping and bottom seal replacement: We install replacement seals to help reduce drafts, moisture, pests, and energy loss.
Fast Garage Door Repair When Your System Stops Working
When a garage door is stuck, noisy, off track, uneven, or unsafe to operate, Tarnow Doors starts by identifying the cause of the problem. Our technicians inspect the springs, cables, rollers, tracks, opener, sensors, and door balance before recommending the right repair.
Same day appointments may be available depending on technician schedules, the type of repair, and whether the required parts are in stock.
From our Farmington Hills showroom near I-696 and Haggerty Road, Tarnow Doors provides garage door repair throughout Oakland County and Metro Detroit, including Novi, West Bloomfield, Farmington Hills, Northville, Livonia, and surrounding communities.
What to Expect During Garage Door Service
When you call Tarnow Doors for garage door repair or service, the process is straightforward and focused on restoring safe operation quickly:
- Diagnosis: We find the source of the issue, not just the symptom.
- Clear Recommendation: We explain whether repair or replacement is the better long-term option.
- On-Site Repair: Many common repairs can be completed during the same visit.
- Safety Check: We test the door for balance, movement, opener function, and safe operation before we leave.
Schedule service or call Tarnow Doors for help with your residential garage door.
Common Garage Door Service & Repair Questions
Tarnow Doors helps homeowners understand common garage door repair issues, including broken springs, stuck doors, opener problems, and when repair or replacement is the better long-term option.
How quickly can you repair a garage door in Metro Detroit?
Many garage door repairs can be completed during the same visit, depending on the issue, appointment availability, and parts required. Tarnow Doors provides garage door service throughout Metro Detroit from its Farmington Hills location.
Why won’t my garage door open?
A garage door may stop opening because of a broken spring, snapped cable, off track roller, blocked safety sensor, opener failure, damaged track, or loss of power. Avoid forcing the door open or closed, as this can cause additional damage or create a safety risk. Tarnow Doors can inspect the system and determine whether the issue involves the door, hardware, or opener.
Can you fix a broken garage door spring?
Yes. Broken garage door springs are one of the most common repair issues and should be handled by a trained technician because the springs are under high tension. Tarnow Doors replaces torsion and extension springs and checks the door balance so the system operates safely.
Is it better to repair or replace a garage door?
Repair is often the best option for isolated issues such as springs, cables, rollers, sensors, or opener problems. Replacement may be the better long-term choice if the door has structural damage, repeated failures, poor insulation, damaged panels, or outdated components.
Do you repair garage door openers and remotes?
Yes. Tarnow Doors diagnoses and repairs garage door opener systems, including motor issues, sensor problems, remote control failures, keypad concerns, and unreliable operation. If replacement makes more sense, we can also recommend and install an updated opener system.
Do you service all garage door brands and models?
Yes. Tarnow Doors services and repairs many major garage door and opener brands, including Clopay, LiftMaster, Genie, and other residential systems. Our technicians can help identify compatible parts or recommend the right next step for your existing door system.
When Repair Is Not the Best Long-Term Fix
Some garage door problems can be repaired during a service visit, but repeated breakdowns, damaged panels, poor insulation, or an aging door system may point to a larger issue. When replacement makes more sense than another repair, Tarnow Doors can help you compare options for new residential garage doors that improve safety, curb appeal, and everyday performance.
Need Replacement Parts or Help Diagnosing a Garage Door Problem?
Tarnow Doors keeps commonly needed garage door and opener parts available for many service repairs and can help homeowners identify compatible components for their system. If a repair involves springs, cables, door balance, track alignment, or opener safety concerns, we recommend scheduling professional service so the issue can be handled safely.
Visit Our Farmington Hills Showroom
Service Area: Metro Detroit, Oakland County, and surrounding Southeast Michigan communities
- Tarnow Doors - 23701 Halsted Rd, Farmington Hills, MI 48335
- Main Office: 248-458-6707
- Service Support: 248-478-9060
- Office & Showroom Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm,Saturday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm, Sunday closed
- Located near I-696 and Haggerty Road
- Service Area: Ann Arbor, Berkley, Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, Commerce, Farmington, Farmington Hills, Franklin, Livonia, Northville, Novi, Plymouth, Rochester, Rochester Hills, Southfield, Troy, & West Bloomfield