You never really think about your garage door until it stops working. One minute it opens fine, and the next it just hums, shakes, and sits there. It happens all the time in Manassas - from homes near Liberia Avenue to small workshops by Sudley Road. When it does, Locksmith Manassas is the team that shows up, tools in hand, ready to get things moving again.
We fix doors that jam, squeak, tilt, or simply refuse to close. Sometimes it's a spring that snapped, other times a sensor that decided to give up at the worst possible moment. Whatever it is, we figure it out and make it right. No call centers, no waiting days. Just local help that actually arrives.
Most people call us with the same few problems, but they never look the same twice. We've seen doors stuck halfway because of a broken cable, openers with worn gears, and old tracks rusted tight after a rainy week. Here's what we fix most often:
One homeowner off Ashton Avenue once told us their door had been creaking for a month before it finally refused to move. We replaced the worn rollers, tightened the track, and within an hour, it opened smoother than it had in years. Sometimes small issues just need the right attention before they turn into big ones.
Most opener problems start small: a remote that works one day and not the next, a blinking light, or a grinding sound when the door moves. We test every part before replacing anything. If the motor still has life left, we repair it. If not, we install a new unit matched to your door's weight and daily use.
We handle opener brands like LiftMaster, Genie, Chamberlain, and Craftsman, but we also fix older systems that other companies won't touch. And yes, we can connect your new opener to your phone if you want to go keyless. Simple setup, clear instructions, and no confusion after we leave.
Springs and cables do all the heavy lifting. When one breaks, the door either won't move or slams down hard when you try to close it. It's a loud, scary sound - you'll know it when you hear it. Don't try to lift it yourself. A broken spring can cause serious injury if handled wrong. Call us instead, and we'll replace it safely and rebalance the door while we're at it.
Tip: if your door feels heavier than usual, it's probably the spring starting to fail. That's the best time to fix it, not after it breaks completely.
If your garage door looks uneven, hangs on one side, or makes scraping noises, it might have jumped off its track. It's more common than you think - one small hit from a car bumper can do it. We'll realign the rollers, straighten the rails, and check the tension so it doesn't happen again. We don't replace more than what's needed, and we explain everything before we start.
Some doors have done their job for 20 years and just need to retire. We install new garage doors in steel, aluminum, and insulated styles that fit your home and weather better. We help you pick the right design, measure it, and handle the setup from start to finish. We can also install new openers with quiet-drive motors or battery backup so you're not stuck during a power outage.
One family near Manassas Park switched to an insulated door last winter. Their garage went from freezing to comfortable, and the noise dropped to almost nothing. It's small improvements like that which make everyday life easier.
Garage doors don't care what time it is. They jam right before work or get stuck open when you're about to go to bed. That's why we offer 24 hour garage door repair in Manassas. You call, we answer, and we come out right away. No voicemail loops, no "we'll be there next week". Our techs live nearby, so it doesn't take long to reach you.
One night, a customer called from a townhouse off Sudley Manor Drive after their door stopped halfway and wouldn't close. We arrived within 25 minutes, adjusted the track, replaced a cable, and made sure it shut quietly before leaving. That's the kind of service we like to deliver - fast, safe, and done right the first time.
We don't make fancy promises. We just fix what's broken and do it properly. If your garage door creaks, drags, or stops working altogether, you'll find we're easy to reach and even easier to work with.
When your garage door acts up, don't wait until it gets worse. Call Locksmith Manassas and talk to someone who can actually help. We repair, replace, and maintain doors across Manassas every single day. Real people, real tools, and the kind of service you remember - that's us.
