I haven't reviewed a business in a very long time, but I will bust out the laptop for Garage Door…read moreDoctor! Today, I had the very unfortunate incident of the master arm of my garage door breaking as I was about to leave on an errand. There was a loud bang, a "what the...", and immediate groans while taking photos of the garage door hanging half open. I quickly found out that this was a homeowner issue, not the HOAs, so I took to Yelp and almost immediately found Garage Door Doctor. I called and spoke with Alex, to whom I explained my conundrum. He understood the urgency of my situation and said he will check with his team to see who will be available to come out to me. In the meanwhile, I texted him pictures of the damage and my address. Once confirmed, Alex texted me back that Danny will be on the way in less than 10 minutes. Danny showed up shortly after, took assessment of the situation, and let me know that the hinge hardware would need to be replaced ($1500) and could be done in a couple hours. My husband and I also asked to replace the springs since we didn't know how old they were, and they were $60/spring. True to his estimate, Danny and his partner worked efficiently and called for me in a couple hours to get the garage remote and test it out. They asked me to move the car out first (and they did a great job not letting the door fall on my poor trapped car). After a few open/close cycles, they made some adjustments and pointed out the structural shifts that's causing rubbing. Overall, they did the best of the situation, and the garage door is now functioning properly! Def satisfied with the quickness to respond, efficiency, and professionalism by Danny, Alex, and team. Highly recommend :)

I recently had a problem with a 13 year old garage door. The door was not closing or opening all of…read morethe way and it was emitting a loud metallic squeeking noise. I started a project on Yelp and contacted the Garage Door Doctor. I explained the problem to Alex and he scheduled an appointment for the next day. The service person Danny contacted me to confirm the time and was prompt on keeping the appointment. I discovered that he had serviced my neighbors garage door, coincidentally, many years ago. I also found a friend who had reviewed their business about a year ago. That was comforting to know. Danny diagnosed the problem and suggested to replace the spring, that the initially installed tracks were misaligned on a roller type garage door, and the existing opener motor was too weak to open and close the door (screw drive Genie). He came out the following day and installed and fixed the track issue within 90 minutes. The price was very reasonable considering it had been 13 years since and the new opener had new tech features like internet connectivity and a camera to see from inside the garage. No more worrying about the door being left open or someone breaking in. Thank you Garage Door Doctor! We always appreciate supporting local businesses, especially with good customer service.

UPDATE 1: Review #931 2026-023…read more During 12/2025, I worked with Ben from Mike Stevenson Garage Door Repair to replace my garage door opener because of stress likely from unbalanced operating torsion springs installed by POGDS (refer to Review #830), & it may cause operating issues with the new Chamberlain garage door opener. It's barely been a month & true to Ben's word, the new garage door opener is starting to have minor issues from PODGS mismatched torsion springs that was installed in 12/2024. Ben said I could reach out to him directly, & scheduled the springs replacement on Sunday, 02/01/26 & also added a keypad so I don't have to carry to remote with me (our garage isn't attached to our townhouse). Good timing too... MSGDR is currently running specials on garage door repair/installation (15% discount), springs repair ($100), spring repair/installation (15%), new garage door opener ($50)... whoohoo! Ben installed the new torsion springs (225 on 27) & new keypad in 30-mins., & I choose a 4-digit passcode & tested it to make sure everything is in working order before he left, & saved it in my iPhone's PW app in case I forgot. The following morning (02/02/26), I tried the keypad (3x) & it didn't work; luckily I kept the remote with me so I can access the garage. Whew! I texted Ben & he responded within minutes, & reminded me to include "0" after the passcode... nothing. ＼(｀0´)／ He was busy with a client & couldn't talk me through resetting the passcode by phone, & will get back to me in 30-mins. While waiting for his call, I tried following the instructions that he provided yesterday & I couldn't reset it. While opening the garage with the remote, I heard a loud snap/crack, then the door closed & I was trapped because the door wouldn't open. I had to use the emergency release cord to let myself out & asked Ben to send someone; I also called Mike to let him know & sent a text for an electronic trail. Ben was able to get Adam here within 30-mins. after our last text. See how responsive & responsible this company is with their clients?! I'm assuming Adam was speaking to Ben over the phone (not sure of the language), & re-sync my garage remote (my husband's may also need this) & reset the keypad's passcode (tested it 3x: 2x to open, 1x to close, & used remote for the 2nd close). Prior to leaving, I wanted Adam to double-check the torque/tension of the cables from the loud snap I heard earlier because it sounded unusual & off, but he seemed to think it was ok. I mentioned this to Mike via text, & of course, he said they'll send someone out if there's any issues. Garage Door Springs 101: The spring size determines the necessary tension (inch-pounds per turn or IPPT) to safely & smoothly counterbalance a door's specific weight; while proper sizing, based on wire gauge, coil diameter, & length, ensures the door remains balanced, prevents excessive opener strain, & maximizes the spring's life cycle. Yes, there are valid reasons for installing 2 different sized torsion springs, primarily designed to achieve perfect door balance. MANUFACTURERS may use different sizes to manage specific weight distributions, with larger springs often managing lift & smaller ones controlling weight, ensuring the door operates smoothly. Reasons for different-sized springs include: optimal balancing (garage door's weight might require a unique combination of wire gauge & length that cannot be met by 2 identical, standard-sized springs... mine's a standard door), manufacturing/design requirements (doesn't apply to my door), modifications (N/A), improper previous repair (not sure on this because my husband didn't check the technician's work or the old springs before/after replacement). Hopefully, Ben corrected this & our garage door will function seamlessly for the next decade or so. This is a company that's responsive, usually within minutes, to your texts & calls, & technicians may be available same day or within a couple of days, & works with you to ensure that you're 100% satisfied with their service (twice they came back either same or next day to address my concerns). If you're looking for a PROFESSIONAL, KNOWLEDGEABLE, & CUSTOMER-ORIENTED garage door service provider, I highly recommend Mike Stevenson Garage Door Repair!

I highly recommend this family owned business the technician was prompt for service courtesy and…read morefriendly, and honest. Prices very reasonable. Thank you for your service!

Chris and Aladdin came out to replace a very damaged and worn out garage door. They safely removed…read morethe old door and took away with them when they were done. They tested the door several times before handing over the remote controls for me to test. Everything worked perfectly and they cleaned up the debris before leaving. Thank you Chris and Aladdin for your hard-work and dedication.

10 out of 10 Thank…read moreyou to Aladdin who worked on our garage door. He was professional, answered all of my questions, worked hard, and knew exactly how to problem solve. We have had various contractors work on our home and Aladdin truly stood out as a hard working person who takes pride in quality work. He told me that Sam trained him and held him to a high standard and that is why when he works on a home he always treats it as if it were his home. He doesn't take shortcuts and wants to make sure that it is done correctly. If you need help with your garage call this company. Ask for Aladdin and you will receive top notch service. Thank you Aladdin so much for installing the new coil and all of the other adjustments. He identified very loose screws that affected the stability of the entire assembly. He took his time to correct and tighten all of the loose bolts and the points of contact that needed to be sturdy. I always had a feeling that the original installer did a poor job for the prior homeowners and my suspicion was confirmed especially after Aladdin took the time to tighten and fix everything. I have never seen the garage door operate so smoothly before. Very lucky to have someone as skilled as you helping us out.

Very efficient and upfront with what needs to be replaced…read more Very nice. Highly recommended.

Asked for a quote to replace a $5 part and they said the best they can do is replace the garage…read moredoor opener for $500... they should change their business name to next hour garage door replacers rather than garage door repair... Edit: after leaving the review above and only one Star, I received a call of why they just quoted a replacement vs a repair, stating that other parts of the opener will probably go bad and I will eventually have to replace it. But I might recommend that the business state that in the opening quote in the first place instead of just coming out and saying I need a new opener... I'm still passing on this business.

Quick response and quick repair on a garage door that wouldn't open properly. Highly recommendread more

I called about the cable being loose on my garage door. I got multiple quotes through Yelp. While…read morethey do not offer online quotes, they do offer to come out to give a free estimate. I had them come out and they looked at the issue and gave a fair quote. It was one of the lower ones I received. They did the work and also gave me a one year warranty. I'm happy so far and would recommend them.

My Garage Door Spring Broke and I called them, they came out next day with heavy springs ready to…read morereplace. James balanced the garage door and spring so that it's light as a feather going up and the motor is no longer stressed. I asked for him to change out some rollers I couldn't get on myself and it was no problem. He even added some extra reinforcement to the rails and hinges. Above and Beyond! Price is reasonable and transparent! Was very knowledgeable on the topics and special care of heavy custom garage door. Will call for all future Garage Door needs. 10/5 Stars!

I had a Liftmaster Heavy Duty 4690L chain drive garage door opener and my garage door balanced and…read moresprings installed by James of ABC Garage Door here in Torrance, I'd had gotten quotes for 5 vendors, and they were right in the middle of price but they were really honest and very efficient and clean, they even hauled away the old door, rail, included door sensors, without charging me. He and Francisco programed the 2 remotes, a wall switch, and keypad, and got done within 2 hours. From a quote on 2/11/26 and installation on 2/13/26 the experience was very good and he was both on time and also he kept in good communication, and most importantly was careful with my stuff in the garage (once I moved both of my cars to the street). What I liked was the pricing and estimate were very clear, and he gave me clear expectations and pricing. Some vendors gave very vague quotes and one required a review even before they gave me a price and was very sketchy with which unit. I liked how he was honest with me about upgrading to an overkill unit for my metal door, and told me to stick with a chain driven unit, as other vendors tried to push belt driven 6960L units for a bit more money. Overall it was a great experience and very good installation job. No complaints at all, and I would recommend James to anyone looking for garage door installation.

It was a bumpy road but Roy did his best to make sure we were satisfied. Our door works like it…read moreshould and we are very happy about that.

Dan came and fixed the issue right away within 1 hour of receiving my request even though it's…read moreThanksgiving this week. He was personable and very friendly. Our sensor just went on the fritz today and we were so glad to have it fixed so quickly! Thank you, Dan and RB Garage Door Repair!

Mike , simply put, is awesome. We have a 600 lb garage door that was paired to a 1/2 hp side motor…read more The garage opening and closing was struggling, with the top rollers breaking several times. After some research, I decided to upgrade to a full 1 1/4 hp equivalent liftmaster heavy duty 98032. The installation went great. In addition, I had Mike slightly adjust one side of the rails for smoother operation and he fully lubricated all the rollers and rails. Mike provides a full warranty in case any thing goes awry. I highly recommend this fully independent shop for all your garage needs.

Very quick to respond and had the repair done the same day. The price was great and the whole…read moreprocess was easy and professional. I would definitely recommend Mike to anyone who needs fast, reliable service.

Responded extremely quick . Upfront fair pricing and a great value to remedy the issues presented…read morevia photo and video with the garage not being able to open and close. We will definitely be contacting soon to discuss a bigger project.

Casey from Ace Garage Doors did an excellent job replacing our garage door spring. He was prompt,…read moreprofessional, and completed the repair quickly and efficiently. He clearly knew what he was doing, provided great service from start to finish, and made the whole process easy and stress-free. I really appreciated how fast he got everything up and running again. Highly recommend Casey and Ace Garage Doors!

Once again, Garcia's garage installed a new garage door panel opener. Very quiet very easy to…read moreoperate at a very fair price. Glad we found them! GREAT timely service for , and we have used a couple other companies in the past. We won't need to again

I initially had a very positive experience with Ernesto. I needed someone to come out quickly, and…read morehe was able to schedule me on a Sunday, which I genuinely appreciated. Unfortunately, things went downhill after that. He came out, said he repaired the garage door, and left. Shortly afterward, I discovered the original problem had not been fixed. The garage door still would not close, which was the entire reason I called him in the first place. I called to let him know the issue was still happening and had him speak with my brother, who was at home at the time. He immediately suggested that I had touched or moved the sensors. I did not appreciate being blamed for the issue, especially since neither my brother nor I had touched anything. More than a week later, the garage door was still not working properly, so my brother contacted Ernesto again. He agreed to come back on Monday morning and said he would make himself available. Because of that, I stayed home waiting and rearranged my schedule, including picking up my car from the tire shop and attending a chiropractor appointment. When I called in the am to confirm his arrival time, he told me he would be there between 11:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. By 12:40 p.m., he still had not arrived, and I had received no communication that he was running late. I called simply to let him know I needed to step out briefly and would be back around 2:30 p.m. Delays happen, and I would have completely understood if he had communicated with me. At approximately 1:20 p.m., he texted saying he was about 35 minutes away. The problem was that he already knew I would not be back until 2:30 p.m. Rather than working with the schedule I had communicated, he expected me to rearrange my day yet again after I had already spent the entire morning waiting for him. As a result, I had have my brother go to the house and accommodate a repair that should have been completed correctly the first time. What made the situation even more frustrating was his reaction. I was not upset that he was running late. I simply wanted communication. Instead of acknowledging the delay, he became defensive and started talking about how he needed to get paid on the job he was currently working on, did not want to work past 4:00 p.m., deal with traffic, or work late. None of those issues had anything to do with my call. I was simply letting him know when I would be available. He then complained that this is why he does not give customers arrival windows and said that next time he would not provide a timeframe at all. Throughout the entire conversation, I remained calm and flexible. I honestly did not care whether he came Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday. My only expectation was that if he gave me a timeframe, he would either honor it or communicate if something changed. The issue was never that he was late. The issue was the lack of communication!and the defensive attitude when I tried to coordinate a solution. Waiting all morning is frustrating, but what was most disappointing was being treated as though I had done something wrong simply for asking for an update. Based on my experience, I did not appreciate the lack of professionalism, the defensive attitude, the poor communication, and the unwillingness to be flexible when scheduling issues arose. What makes this even more frustrating is that the original issue was never properly resolved, and the situation ultimately ended up creating additional inconvenience for me. Had the repair been completed correctly and communication been handled professionally, this entire situation could have been avoided.