When your garage door stops working, you don't care about the technical jargon; you care about the fact that your car is trapped, your home is unsecure, or that deafening screeching sound is waking up the neighbors. At Ace, we specialize in translating your door's "symptoms" into permanent solutions.
Whether your door is hanging crooked, refusing to budge, or making noises you've never heard before, our Burnettown, SC team is ready to respond. We provide same-day service to ensure that a malfunctioning door doesn't derail your entire week.
Most homeowners don't know if they have a snapped torsion spring or a frayed cable—they just know the door won't move. Identifying the symptom is the first step toward the cure.
If you press the button and hear the motor humming but nothing happens—or if there is total silence—you likely have a broken spring or a disconnected opener. This is the most common emergency call we receive in Burnettown, SC.
If the door starts to descend and then suddenly shoots back up, or if it won't move downward at all while the opener lights flash, your safety sensors are likely the culprit. They may be misaligned, blocked by a leaf, or damaged by moisture.
This "phantom" reversal often indicates a mechanical obstruction in the tracks or a limit-setting issue within the opener's logic board. It can also signal that your door has become too heavy for the motor due to aging springs.
If you were home and heard a sound like a gunshot coming from the garage, that was almost certainly a torsion spring snapping. When these high-tension coils break, the door becomes "dead weight" (often 200+ lbs) and should not be operated manually or electrically.
A crooked door usually means a snapped or slipped cable. One side of the door is being supported while the other is sagging. Warning: Do not attempt to pull the door down, as this puts extreme pressure on the remaining cable and rollers.
Grinding: Often a stripped nylon gear inside the opener. Squealing: Lack of lubrication or worn-out rollers. Scraping: The door may be rubbing against the tracks or the weatherstripping.
If your door feels "tired," the motor may be reaching the end of its lifespan, or the springs have lost their tension. In Burnettown, SC's humidity, rust on the tracks can also create friction that slows the entire system down.
A garage door should be balanced. If it crashes to the floor with force, your springs are no longer providing the necessary counterweight. This is a major safety hazard that can crack your garage floor or damage the door panels.
This usually means the emergency release cord has been pulled, or the "trolley" carriage inside the opener rail is broken. We can quickly re-engage the system or replace the carriage.
This is often an electrical issue. It could be as simple as a tripped breaker or a "lock mode" engaged on your wall console, or as complex as a fried circuit board following a Burnettown, SC lightning storm.
It's tempting to "deal with it later," but garage doors are complex mechanical systems under extreme tension. Delaying a repair is rarely just an inconvenience—it's a risk.
A garage door is the largest moving object in your home. A door with weakened springs or frayed cables can fall unexpectedly, posing a lethal threat to children, pets, and vehicles.
The components work in harmony. If your rollers are seized, the opener has to work twice as hard to pull the door. Eventually, a $150 roller replacement turns into a $600 opener replacement because the motor burned out from the strain.
In many homes, the garage is the "soft" entry point. A door that stays cracked open or can be easily pushed up from the outside is an invitation to intruders.
Most garage door failures happen at the worst possible time—usually Monday morning when you're headed to work. Addressing minor symptoms now prevents the "car trapped in the garage" scenario later.
Same-day dispatch. Upfront pricing. Fix it right the first time.
Call (888) 670-9331To understand the repair, it helps to know the anatomy of the system. Ace technicians arrive with a full understanding of these core parts:
Springs do the heavy lifting, not the motor. Whether you have torsion springs (above the door) or extension springs (along the tracks), they have a limited cycle life. We replace them with high-cycle steel springs designed for longevity.
Cables transfer the energy of the springs to the bottom of the door. Because they are made of braided steel, they are susceptible to rust and fraying, especially in Burnettown's climate.
Standard plastic rollers degrade quickly. We recommend sealed ball-bearing nylon rollers, which are quieter, smoother, and resistant to the dust and debris common in Burnettown, SC garages.
If a track is bent or misaligned, the door will bind or "pop." We use heavy-duty steel tracks and ensure they are perfectly plumb and level.
Damaged panels aren't just an aesthetic issue; they can compromise the structural integrity of the door, causing it to buckle when it opens.
We repair all major brands (LiftMaster, Chamberlain, Genie, etc.). From replacing stripped gears to installing new logic boards with Wi-Fi connectivity, we keep the "brain" of your garage healthy.
The "photo-eyes" located at the base of your tracks are your primary defense against accidents. We realign, rewire, and replace these delicate components to ensure your family's safety.
Living in Burnettown, SC provides a unique set of challenges for mechanical systems. We don't just repair doors; we "weather-proof" them.
High humidity leads to surface rust on springs and tracks. Rust increases friction, which leads to premature failure. We use corrosion-resistant parts and lubricants specifically designed for humid environments.
If you live near the coast in Burnettown, salt air acts like sandpaper on your garage door's finish and hardware. We offer galvanized and stainless steel hardware options to combat "salt rot."
Garage temperatures can soar in the summer. This heat can bake the grease out of your tracks and cause the sensitive capacitors on opener circuit boards to fail.
Burnettown, SC is no stranger to heavy weather. We provide reinforcement struts for doors to help them withstand high wind pressures and replace bottom seals to keep storm surges from leaking into your garage.
As the ground shifts in Burnettown, SC, your garage floor and walls may settle. This can move your tracks out of alignment by just a fraction of an inch—enough to cause the door to bind or the sensors to misalign.
We are a full-service shop. No job is too small, and no commercial project is too large.
Ace — full-service garage door repair in Burnettown, SC.
Call (888) 670-9331From single-car carriage house doors to triple-wide custom wood doors, we understand the specific weight and balance requirements of residential systems.
We service roll-up doors, sectional commercial doors, and high-speed warehouse doors. We understand that for Burnettown, SC businesses, a broken door is a loss in revenue. We prioritize commercial repairs to get your operations back online.
We've streamlined our process to be as transparent and stress-free as possible.
You tell us what the door is doing (or not doing).
We send a technician in a fully stocked "warehouse on wheels."
We don't just look at the broken part; we inspect the whole system. You receive a firm, upfront price before we start.
Using high-quality parts, we perform the repair on the spot.
We perform a 25-point safety check to ensure the door is balanced and all safety features are active.
Transparency is one of our core values. While every job is unique, here is what guides our pricing.
Part Quality: Standard vs. High-Cycle parts. Door Weight: Heavier doors require larger, more expensive springs. Access: Is the garage full of items, or is the door easily accessible? Time of Day: Standard hours vs. emergency after-hours calls.
Note: Prices vary based on Burnettown, SC market rates and specific door needs.
| Repair | Typical Range |
|---|---|
| Spring Replacement | $200 — $450 |
| Cable Repair | $150 — $300 |
| Opener Repair | $150 — $400 |
| Sensor Realignment | $100 — $175 |
If your door is over 15 years old, has multiple damaged panels, or requires repairs exceeding 50% of the cost of a new door, we may recommend a replacement. However, if the "bones" of the door are good, a repair is almost always the more cost-effective choice.
In the Burnettown, SC garage door industry, "cheap" often means "rebuilt" parts or technicians who lack insurance. At Ace, we provide value through longevity—fixing it right the first time so you don't have to call us back in six months.
You approve the price before we turn a wrench.
Call (888) 670-9331We don't guess. We use a systematic approach to find the root cause of your door's failure, ensuring we aren't just treating a symptom.
We carry thousands of parts on our service vehicles. Our goal is to fix your door in a single trip, saving you time and the hassle of a second appointment.
No hidden fees, no "convenience" charges added at the end, and no pressure. You approve the price before we turn a wrench.
Whether you have a brand-new smart opener or a 30-year-old heavy wood door, our technicians have the experience to handle it. We work with LiftMaster, Genie, Wayne Dalton, Amarr, Clopay, and more.
We stand behind our work. If a part we installed fails within the warranty period, we make it right at no cost to you.
We aren't a national call center. We are members of the Burnettown community. We know the neighborhoods, the local building codes, and the unique weather challenges our neighbors face.
Fast, honest, professional repair — Burnettown, SC's first choice.
Call (888) 670-9331From the historic districts to the new developments, we provide coverage to every corner of Burnettown.
Our reach extends beyond the city limits. If you are in the surrounding suburbs or the greater metro area, our technicians are just a phone call away.
Spring replacement: $200-$450. Cable repair: $150-$300. Opener repair: $150-$400. Sensor realignment: $100-$175. Ace provides upfront pricing before work begins.
If the motor hums but nothing moves, or there is total silence, you likely have a broken spring or disconnected opener. This is the most common emergency call. Do not attempt manual operation.
If the door is over 15 years old, has multiple damaged panels, or repairs exceed 50% of replacement cost, replacement may be better. If the structure is sound, repair is almost always more cost-effective.
Yes. We dispatch same-day with fully stocked trucks carrying thousands of parts. Our goal is to fix your door in a single trip.
That was almost certainly a torsion spring snapping. The door is now dead weight (200+ lbs) and should not be operated manually or electrically. Call Ace immediately.
Yes. High humidity causes rust on springs and tracks, increasing friction and premature failure. Salt air near the coast accelerates deterioration further. Ace uses corrosion-resistant parts.
All brands — LiftMaster, Chamberlain, Genie, Wayne Dalton, Amarr, Clopay, and more. All door types, all eras, from brand-new smart openers to 30-year-old heavy wood doors.
Yes. We stand behind our work with a warranty on parts and labor. If a part we installed fails within the warranty period, we make it right at no cost to you.
Don't let a broken garage door compromise your security or your schedule. Whether it's a simple sensor alignment or a major spring overhaul, Ace is Burnettown, SC's first choice for fast, honest, and professional repair.
Call (888) 670-9331 now to speak with a local expert and schedule your same-day repair.