Servicing Alexandra's older and repaired garage doors
Alexandra is about 4 km east of Sandton City. Many properties in Alexandra, from formal houses to small businesses, have been standing for a long time. Garages and workshop entrances, especially those near hubs like the Pan Africa Shopping Centre or along busy streets like London Road, often have doors that have been in use for years. These installations may have been repaired many times, sometimes with parts from different systems. The dense layout means a failing garage door can be a security concern for more than just one property.
When we work on a door in Alexandra, we assess the entire system, not just the part that failed. This means checking the alignment of tracks that may have shifted and the condition of much-repaired panels or curtains. We test the door's balance with the motor disengaged, as years of use can weaken springs, forcing the motor to lift weight it should not. A properly balanced door puts far less strain on the motor and its backup battery.
For homeowners, the garage is often a direct entry into the house, and an old remote system can be a risk. We make sure to clear all old remote codes so only you have access. For businesses with steel roll-up doors, we focus on making sure the door closes fully and securely, as a small gap is a vulnerability. We check the manual locks and motor settings to secure the entrance.
Everything we install and repair, and how a job runs from first call to handover, is on our garage doors page.
Questions from Alexandra
My old garage door makes a lot of noise. Does it need to be replaced?
Not always. Noise often comes from worn rollers or tracks that need alignment. We check the whole door mechanism first. Often, servicing the mechanical parts can make an old door run quietly and smoothly again.
My shop's roll-up door doesn't close flush with the ground. Is that a problem?
Yes, any gap can be a security risk. It could be caused by an obstruction, misaligned tracks, or an issue with the motor's limits. We can adjust the door and motor to make sure it closes securely.
If something on your garage door and motor setup in Alexandra is not working as it should, the quickest fix starts with a call. We will ask a few questions, book a visit and quote in writing before any work starts.