Garage door alignment
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01/10/25, 12:14
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Scope of Works
• inspect door and track alignment and measure gaps between panels
• check rollers hinges and brackets for wear and fit replacement rollers where minor repairs suffice
• adjust track alignment and reposition or tighten brackets to stop rubbing or binding
• safely tension springs and cables for minor adjustment (major spring replacement quoted separately)
• adjust electric opener limit switches and test safety reversal and photo‑eyes with power isolated
• lubricate rollers hinges and other moving parts with appropriate products
• use PPE and clean up debris leaving site safe
Typical Cost
Charge Type | Low £ | High £ | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Call-out / Minimum | £80 | £120 | first 30–45 minutes on site |
Labour per hour | £45 | £85 | per operative per hour |
Materials | £10 | £120 | rollers cables brackets seals etc; parts increase cost |
Disposal | £0 | £30 | small part disposal; larger items cost more |
Extras (e.g. scaffolding) | £60 | £230 | for working at height tall doors or extended access |
TOTAL (most jobs come in here) | £140 | £450 | simple alignments at lower end; parts heavy doors or scaffolding increase cost |
Time on Site
Most alignments take 1–2 hours. Simple manual doors may be 30–60 minutes while heavier sectional doors or jobs needing parts or scaffolding can take 3–4 hours or longer. Corroded fixings broken springs or motor faults add time as replacement parts or a second operative may be required.
Questions to Ask Your Tradie
• are you insured for garage door work and public liability?
• do you carry common replacement parts such as rollers cables and brackets?
• will you isolate power to the opener and test safety sensors during and after the job?
• what warranty do you provide on labour and parts?
• will the work require scaffolding a second operative or road permits?
• can you provide a written quote showing call‑out labour parts and any disposal fees?
How to Avoid Surprises
• provide clear driveway access and space for a van and tools
• reserve a parking space close to the door if on‑street parking is limited
• make sure remote controls and keys are available for electric openers
• secure pets and keep children away during work
• tell the tradie about previous repairs springs or motor faults so they bring the right parts
• arrange for scaffolding parking permits or a second operative if the door is above ground floor
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