What a garage door tune-up actually checks

2 min read · From the DoorGuard team

Short answer: A professional garage door tune-up inspects the springs and cables, checks the rollers and hinges, lubricates the moving parts, tests the door balance, confirms the opener and safety sensors work as they should, and finishes with a full safety inspection. That is the annual visit every DoorGuard member gets.
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Repair labor$250.00
Member labor, 25% off$187.50
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A real tune-up is more than a quick glance. Here is what a professional visit includes.

We inspect the springs and cables, check the rollers and hinges, lubricate the moving parts, test the door balance, and confirm the opener and safety sensors work as they should, finishing with a full safety inspection.

That is the annual visit every DoorGuard member gets, keeping your door safe, quiet, and reliable year after year.

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DoorGuard includes a yearly tune-up, priority service, and 25% off repair labor for $19/month. See how membership works.

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Still have a question? Call (877) 257-6027 or email our member team at info@joindoorguard.com.

What does a garage door tune-up include?

Six things: inspection of the springs and cables, a check of the rollers and hinges, lubrication of the moving parts, a door balance test, confirmation that the opener and safety sensors work as they should, and a full safety inspection. A real tune-up is more than a quick glance.

How often should I get a tune-up?

Once a year. The annual visit is meant to keep your door safe, quiet, and reliable by finding spring, cable, roller, and balance issues before they fail. Every DoorGuard member gets that annual tune-up as part of a $19/month membership with no contract.

Is a tune-up the same as a repair?

No. A tune-up is a preventive visit: inspect, lubricate, test the balance, and confirm the opener and safety sensors work. If the visit turns up something that needs fixing, that is a repair, and DoorGuard members get 25% off repair labor plus priority scheduling.

Is the tune-up included in my membership?

Yes. The annual tune-up and full safety inspection are what a DoorGuard membership includes, along with priority scheduling and 25% off repair labor. Plans start at $19 a month, billed monthly with no contract, and you can cancel anytime.

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