Expert Garage Door Roller Replacement in Corpus Christi, Texas

Our Garage Door Roller Services

Rollers might be small, but when they go bad, your whole door acts up. Here's how we handle them:

We check them out first - Not every roller problem means you need new rollers. Sometimes they just need cleaning, lubing, or adjusting. We'll look at all of them and tell you what actually needs replacing versus what just needs maintenance.

We replace broken ones - Roller cracked? Bearing seized? We swap them out with quality replacements that fit your door. Works with any brand—doesn't matter what you've got.

We upgrade them - If you're tired of that loud rumbling every time the door moves, we can put in nylon rollers or sealed ball-bearing ones. Way quieter and they last longer too. Costs a bit more but worth it if noise drives you crazy.

We fix what we can - If rollers aren't totally shot, sometimes we can just clean out the gunk, lubricate the bearings, and get them rolling smooth again. Saves you money versus replacing them all.

Whether your door sounds like a freight train, moves jerky, or a roller actually broke, we'll figure out the best fix for your situation and your budget.

How We Handle Garage Roller Repairs

We keep it simple. Here's what happens:

1. We figure out what's actually wrong

Not just the rollers—we check the whole door. Tracks, hinges, balance, everything. Sometimes what seems like a roller problem is actually something else, and we're not gonna replace parts you don't need.

2. We tell you what it'll cost

Once we know what needs fixing, we give you options and a clear price. Want the basic steel rollers or upgrade to the quiet nylon ones? Your call. No pressure, no hidden fees.

3. We fix it

Usually takes an hour or so to swap out rollers, depending how many need replacing. We've done this hundreds of times—it's quick and we do it safely.

4. We test everything before we leave

Run the door up and down a few times, make sure it's smooth and quiet, double-check the balance. Clean up any mess. You shouldn't even know we were there except your door works better.

That's it. No complicated process, no runaround. Just straight repair work.

Signs Your Garage Door Rollers Are Going Bad

Here's what to watch for:

Your door sounds terrible - Squeaking, grinding, or rumbling that gets louder over time? That's rollers wearing out. Steel ones rust and grind, plastic ones crack and squeal.

It moves rough or jerky - Should glide smooth from bottom to top. If it's stuttering, hesitating, or one side moves faster than the other, rollers aren't turning right.

Gets stuck halfway - Door stops mid-cycle and you have to hit the button again? Or it just quits completely? Bad rollers can jam up and stop the whole door.

You can see they're trashed - Look at them. See cracks in the plastic? Rust on steel ones? Wheels wobbling or not spinning? Time to replace them.

Don't ignore this stuff. Bad rollers put extra strain on your opener and can bend your tracks. What starts as a $150 roller replacement turns into a $500+ repair if you let it go too long.

Need It Fixed Today? We'll Get There Fast

Rollers completely failed, and your door won't move? We treat that as an emergency. Call Corpus Garage Repair, and we'll get someone out there, usually within a few hours, to get your door working again.

Don't mess with it yourself—those doors are heavy and things can go wrong fast. Let us handle it safely.

Signs Your Tracks Need Repair

Depends on how many rollers need replacing and what kind you want. Here's the breakdown:

Standard steel rollers - Usually $150-$300 to replace all the rollers on a typical residential door. That's parts and labor.

Nylon or ball-bearing rollers - Add about $50-$100 more, but they're way quieter and last longer. Worth it if you've got living space above or next to the garage.

What affects the price:

• How many rollers your door has (usually 10-12)

• Standard vs. upgraded rollers

• Whether we're replacing all of them or just a few broken ones

• If anything else needs fixing while we're there

Here's how we handle pricing: We come out, look at your door, and tell you which rollers are shot and which are fine. Then we give you options—replace just the bad ones, or do them all while we're there, so you don't have this problem again in six months. You decide what makes sense for your budget.

No surprises, no hidden fees. The price we quote is what you pay.

Frequently Asked Questions About Garage Door Rollers

How often do rollers need replacing?

Most rollers last about 5-7 years, but it really depends. If you're opening your garage 4-5 times a day, they wear out faster. Cheap plastic rollers might only last 3-4 years. Quality nylon or ball-bearing ones can go 10+ years.

Bottom line: replace them when they start making noise, moving rough, or you can see they're cracked or worn.

What kind of rollers are best?

For most people? Nylon rollers with sealed ball bearings. They're quiet, they last, and they don't need much maintenance. If noise isn't an issue and you want cheap, basic steel rollers work fine—they just sound like a freight train.

Got a really heavy door or use it constantly? We might recommend heavy-duty steel with good bearings. We'll tell you what makes sense for your setup.

Can I just replace them myself?

You could try, but here's the thing—you've gotta release the tension on the door to get the rollers out, and that means dealing with the springs. Those are dangerous if you don't know what you're doing. Plus, if you don't get the rollers seated right in the tracks, the door won't work properly.

Not worth the risk. Let us knock it out in an hour and know it's done right.

How long does it take?

Usually about an hour to replace all the rollers on a standard door. Could be a bit longer if we find other stuff that needs fixing—bent track, worn hinges, whatever. We'll tell you upfront if we spot anything else while we're working on it.

Ready to Get Your Garage Rollers Fixed?

Corpus Garage Repair handles roller replacements and repairs every day. Our techs know what they're doing, they work fast, and they don't cut corners.

Whether you need a few rollers swapped out or your whole door's a mess and needs work, we've got you covered. And if your door's beyond repair or you just want something new, we install garage doors too.

We're local to Corpus Christi and the Coastal Bend. We've built our business on doing good work and treating people right. Check our reviews—our customers will tell you we show up when we say we will and fix things right the first time.

Call Corpus Garage Repair and let's get your garage door working the way it should.