Questions
Garage door questions for Haverhill homeowners
Short answers, with links to the longer pages.
Say the town and what the door is doing.
About the door
My door won't open. What do I check first?
The outlet, the wall button and the lock switch on the wall control. This page lists the rest.
Why does my door go down and come back up?
Usually a blocked or knocked sensor. See the reverse page.
Can I fix a broken spring myself?
No. It can seriously hurt you. See spring safety.
How do I open the door in a power outage?
With the door closed, pull the red cord and lift by the handle, unless a spring may be broken. This guide has the details.
About hiring
How do I check a contractor?
Ask for the state registration number and the ID card that goes with it. See hiring in Massachusetts.
Do I need a written contract?
Ask for one even on a small job. The state requires a contract if you ever need its arbitration program or Guaranty Fund.
About this site
Is Haverhill Garage Repair a contractor?
No. It connects your call to an independent contractor and does no garage door work.
Which company will answer?
This site can't say in advance. Ask for the company name on the call.
Does it cost anything to call?
This site doesn't charge you for the call. The contractor sets its own prices for any work.
What areas are covered?
Haverhill and Methuen. See service areas.
Call about your door
Say the town and what the door is doing. You will be connected with an independent garage door contractor.