Emergency Garage Door Repair
Door stuck open, off its tracks or won't close? We respond fast, 7 days a week, to secure your home right away.
- Same-day & after-hours response
- Stuck, jammed & off-track doors
- Open 7 days, 7am–8pm
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Garage Door Services for Every Home
From emergency spring repairs to brand-new door installations, DPS Garage Doors covers it all across the Ottawa region — with same-day availability and written estimates.
24/7 Emergency Service
Emergency Garage Door Repair Across Ottawa
Door stuck halfway? Broken spring? Off the tracks and hanging at an angle? DPS Garage Doors responds fast across the Ottawa region — same-day, seven days a week, including evenings and weekends. Call (613) 884-1488 and we'll give you an honest arrival window before a truck rolls.
What counts as a garage door emergency
If your door won't open or close safely, it's an emergency — your home's security and your vehicle are on the line. We treat these as urgent:
- Door stuck halfway open or slammed shut and won't budge
- Door off the tracks or hanging crooked at a sharp angle
- Broken torsion spring (our #1 emergency call)
- Snapped lift cable while the door was moving
- Vehicle impact, storm damage, or an attempted break-in
- Opener safety failure that leaves the door unsecured
If anyone is trapped or in immediate danger, call 911 first, then call us.
How fast can you actually get here?
We give you a real time window on the phone — no vague promises. On most days during business hours, emergency calls across Ottawa, Kanata, Nepean, Orléans and Barrhaven can be on-site within a few hours. Outlying areas may add a little travel time, always quoted up front.
Common emergencies we handle
- Broken torsion & extension springs (replaced in pairs)
- Snapped or off-drum lift cables
- Opener failure — LiftMaster, Chamberlain, Genie & Craftsman
- Doors off track or jammed
What to do before we arrive
- Stop using the door — forcing it can cause more damage or injury
- Don't try to fix a broken spring or cable yourself; they're under extreme tension
- Keep kids and pets clear of the door
- If the door is open and you're worried about security, stay nearby until we arrive
Nights & weekends
Garage door emergencies don't keep business hours — and neither do we. We're available evenings, weekends and holidays. A modest after-hours fee may apply on top of the standard service call, and we'll quote the exact amount before booking.
We provide itemized invoices with photos. Many homeowner insurance policies may reimburse urgent garage door repair from vehicle impact, storm damage, a fallen tree, or an attempted break-in.
For Ottawa Businesses
Commercial Garage Door Repair & Installation
We're not just residential. DPS Garage Doors also services warehouses, condo underground parking, auto shops, storefronts, restaurants and dock operations across Ottawa, Gatineau and the Capital Region — rolling steel, sectional overhead, high-speed, loading dock and fire-rated doors, backed by 24/7 emergency response and preventive maintenance contracts.
- Rolling steel & sectional commercial doors
- High-speed, loading dock & fire-rated doors
- Heavy-duty commercial operators & jackshafts
- Preventive maintenance contracts
- 24/7 emergency commercial dispatch
What We Do
Our Full Range of Garage Door Services
From emergency repairs to brand-new openers and doors — everything DPS Garage Doors handles for Ottawa-area homeowners.
Garage Door Repair
Broken springs, frayed cables, bent tracks and off-track doors — repaired fast and done right.
- Torsion & extension spring replacement
- Cable, roller & hinge repair
- Off-track & panel realignment
New Garage Door Installation
Modern insulated steel, carriage and full-view doors supplied and professionally installed.
- Insulated & custom-style doors
- Precise measuring & fitting
- Old door removal & disposal
Garage Door Opener Repair
Smart and belt-drive opener repair, sensor alignment and full motor replacements.
- Liftmaster, Chamberlain & Genie
- Wi-Fi & keypad setup
- Safety sensor calibration
Garage Door Maintenance & Tune-Ups
Preventive tune-ups that keep your door quiet, balanced and safe all year round.
- Lubrication & balancing
- Hardware inspection
- Weather-seal replacement
Garage Door Spring Replacement
Broken or worn torsion and extension springs replaced safely with high-cycle, long-life springs.
- Torsion & extension springs
- High-cycle upgrade options
- Same-day spring repair
Garage Door Cable Repair
Frayed cables, worn rollers and loose drums repaired to get your door tracking smoothly again.
- Lifting cable replacement
- Nylon & steel rollers
- Drum & track alignment
Garage Door Aluminum Capping
Weatherproof aluminum capping that wraps and protects your garage door frame for a clean, maintenance-free finish.
- Custom-bent aluminum trim
- Rot & moisture protection
- Colour-matched finishes
Garage Door Opener Replacement
Old or failing opener? We supply and install modern, quiet belt-drive and smart Wi-Fi openers built to last.
- Belt, chain & smart drive units
- Liftmaster, Chamberlain & Genie
- Old opener removal & setup
Garage Door Cable Replacement
Snapped or badly worn lifting cables fully replaced with new heavy-duty cables for safe, smooth operation.
- Snapped & frayed cable replacement
- Heavy-duty steel cables
- Drum re-spooling & balancing
Garage Door Spring Repair
Noisy, loose or unbalanced springs adjusted and repaired to restore safe, even lifting on your door.
- Torsion & extension spring repair
- Tension adjustment & balancing
- Safe winding-bar service
Garage Door Opener Installation
First-time opener? We supply and install brand-new automatic openers, wall controls and remotes — set up and tested end to end.
- New opener supply & mounting
- Wall console, remotes & keypad
- Wi-Fi & safety sensor setup
Financing & Payment Options
Don't let budget delay a needed repair or new door. Ask about flexible payment options that spread the cost over time.
- Flexible payments on qualifying jobs
- Upfront written pricing, no surprises
- Options reviewed at your free estimate
Garage Door Repair
Springs and cables are under enormous tension and fail without warning. Our technicians safely replace torsion and extension springs, re-string cables, swap worn rollers and hinges, and realign doors that have come off their tracks — restoring safe, balanced operation the same day.
- High-cycle torsion & extension springs
- Lift cable & drum replacement
- Roller, hinge & bearing service
- Bent track & off-track correction
- Panel & section repairs
New Garage Door Installation
Whether you're upgrading curb appeal or replacing a tired old door, we supply and install insulated steel, carriage-style and modern full-view glass doors. We measure precisely, remove and dispose of your old door, and fine-tune the new one for years of quiet performance.
- Insulated steel & aluminium doors
- Carriage & contemporary styles
- Energy-efficient weather sealing
- Exact measuring & professional fitting
- Old door removal & haul-away
Opener & Motor Service
A reliable opener is the heart of a modern garage. We repair and replace belt-, chain- and screw-drive openers, align safety sensors, program remotes and keypads, and set up Wi-Fi smart features so you can control your door from anywhere.
- Belt, chain & screw-drive openers
- Liftmaster, Chamberlain, Genie & more
- Safety sensor alignment & testing
- Remote, keypad & Wi-Fi setup
- Full motor replacement
Garage Door Maintenance & Tune-Ups
Regular maintenance prevents the most common — and most expensive — garage door failures. Our tune-up service lubricates moving parts, balances the door, tightens hardware, inspects springs and cables, and replaces worn weather seals to extend the life of your system.
- Lubrication of rollers, hinges & springs
- Door balancing & spring tension check
- Hardware tightening & safety inspection
- Weather-seal & bottom-gasket replacement
- Preventive fault detection
Garage Door Trouble? We Can Help Today.
Call now for same-day service across the Ottawa region, or request a free written estimate online.