Repairs and aftercare · TQ3
Roller garage door motor replacement in Paignton
Motor replacement in Paignton includes fitting the new tubular motor inside your barrel, wiring it to the control box, setting the limits and pairing your controls. Homes in the TQ3 area get the price in writing before anyone comes out.
- Guide price
- from £395 inc VAT
- First step
- Visit price agreed first
- Covers
- Paignton, TQ3, TQ4 and TQ2
- Area
- Devon
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What should I know about roller garage door motor replacement in Paignton?
- Remotes and keypads are paired again after the motor is fitted, and each one is tested at the door.
- Motors are matched to your barrel size and curtain weight, not just to the space inside the roller box.
- Safety edges and photocells are tested with the new motor, and the closing force is checked before handover.
- Where the cause of a stopped door is unclear, a diagnostic repair visit comes first, before any motor is ordered.
How does it work in Paignton?
We confirm the motor price, or a diagnostic visit if the cause isn't clear. The visit is booked once an engineer and the right motor are available, and the date is confirmed in writing.
- STEP 01
Tell us about the door
Describe the door and what you need, with a photo or video if you can.
- STEP 02
Agree the visit price
We confirm the visit price before anyone comes out.
- STEP 03
Visit
The engineer finds the cause and makes the door safe where possible.
- STEP 04
Parts quoted first
Any parts are quoted before they are fitted, so you decide.
How much does roller garage door motor replacement cost in Paignton?
| Item | Guide price (inc VAT) | Ex VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Tubular motor replacement, fitted and commissioned | £395–£695 | £329.17–£579.17 + VAT |
Guide prices for homes, last reviewed 25 October 2026. Your written quote is the price. See the full price list.
Covering Paignton and nearby
We take enquiries from across Paignton, from TQ3 outwards, and confirm every price and date in writing before anything is ordered. Paignton is about 20 miles from Exeter.
We also cover Torquay (3 miles), Newton Abbot (7 miles) and Exmouth (14 miles).
Rules that apply in Paignton
Powered door safety
Every powered door we fit is commissioned with force testing to BS EN 12453 and handed over with a Declaration of Conformity and UKCA or CE marking, as the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 require.
Electrics
An electric door needs a power supply near the roller box. Electrical work must meet BS 7671, and in England some domestic electrical work is notifiable under Part P, so it is done by a registered competent person or signed off by building control.
Roller garage door motor replacement in Paignton: questions
Do you repair roller doors you did not fit in Paignton?
Yes. We repair roller garage doors of any make in Paignton and across TQ3, TQ4 and TQ2, where parts are available. If a part is no longer made, we tell you what will fit instead, or price a replacement door if that is the better option.
What should I do while I wait for a visit in Paignton?
If the door is stuck part-open, keep people, pets and cars clear of it and switch off the power at the isolator if it is safe to reach. Do not force the curtain or open the roller box. Your Paignton visit date is confirmed in writing.
Do you cover Paignton?
Yes. Paignton is part of the area we cover in Devon, including TQ3, TQ4 and TQ2. Get a guide price online, then we confirm a survey or visit date in writing. Dates depend on installer and engineer availability.
Can I message you a photo of my garage in Paignton?
Yes. Photos of the opening, the inside of the garage above the door and any existing door help us give a more useful guide price for Paignton. Send them by WhatsApp or mention them in your enquiry, and we will reply in writing.
Will my old remotes work with the new motor?
Sometimes. If your existing control box and receiver stay in place and are compatible, your handsets can be paired again. If the receiver has to change, new rolling-code handsets may be needed. We check this before the visit and include any handsets in the price we confirm, so the cost is clear before the day.
Should I replace the motor or the whole door?
Replace the motor when the rest of the door is sound: the curtain runs straight, the laths are undamaged, and the guides and barrel are in good order. If several major parts are worn, or the door has other recurring faults, a new door may be better value. The engineer will tell you plainly what they find.
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Tell us what you need and we confirm the visit price before anyone comes out.