Repairs and aftercare · ST5
Roller garage door motor replacement in Newcastle-under-Lyme
A motor that hums, cuts out or won't turn the barrel isn't always the motor at fault. For homes in Newcastle-under-Lyme and elsewhere in Staffordshire, we can diagnose the problem first, then quote for a new motor only if it's needed.
- Guide price
- from £395 inc VAT
- First step
- Visit price agreed first
- Covers
- Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 and ST4
- Area
- Staffordshire
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What should I know about roller garage door motor replacement in Newcastle-under-Lyme?
- A compatible tubular motor is fitted inside your existing barrel and wired to the control box on the wall.
- The engineer shows you how the manual override works on your new motor before handing the door back.
- Safety edges and photocells are tested with the new motor, and the closing force is checked before handover.
- The open and closed limits are set after fitting, so the door stops fully open and fully closed.
How does it work in Newcastle-under-Lyme?
Tell us what the roller door at your home in Newcastle-under-Lyme is doing, and send photos of the control box and its label if you can. A rough width and height of the door helps too.
- 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 Newcastle-under-Lyme?
| 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 Newcastle-under-Lyme and nearby
Our coverage in Staffordshire includes Newcastle-under-Lyme and the ST5 and ST4 postcode districts, so the same guide prices and written quotes apply here. Newcastle-under-Lyme lies around 14 miles from Stafford.
Other places close to Newcastle-under-Lyme that we cover include Stoke-on-Trent, Longton and Kidsgrove.
Rules that apply in Newcastle-under-Lyme
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 Newcastle-under-Lyme: questions
Can I message you a photo of my garage in Newcastle-under-Lyme?
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 Newcastle-under-Lyme. Send them by WhatsApp or mention them in your enquiry, and we will reply in writing.
Do you charge more for Newcastle-under-Lyme than other towns in Staffordshire?
No. Guide prices are the same for Newcastle-under-Lyme as for anywhere else we cover in Staffordshire. The written quote reflects your opening and the door you choose, not your postcode, apart from islands and remote areas where any travel cost is shown in advance.
Do you repair roller doors you did not fit in Newcastle-under-Lyme?
Yes. We repair roller garage doors of any make in Newcastle-under-Lyme and across ST5 and ST4, 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.
How much is a visit in Newcastle-under-Lyme?
Prices for roller garage door motor replacement start from £395 inc VAT, and the price is agreed before anyone comes out. Any parts not covered by that price are quoted before they are fitted, so you can decide on the spot. The guide prices are the same in Newcastle-under-Lyme as elsewhere we cover.
Can you replace the motor on any make of roller door?
We replace tubular motors on electric roller garage doors of any make, provided a compatible motor is available for the barrel size and curtain weight. Send us details of the control box and the door size and we'll confirm before booking. If a matching motor isn't available, we'll explain the options, including a new control box or a new door.
Why does my roller door motor hum but not move?
A humming motor that doesn't turn the barrel can mean the motor has failed, but it can also point to an obstruction, a curtain jammed in the guides or a fault in the control box. Stop pressing the button, keep clear of the door and don't force the curtain. A repair visit diagnoses the cause before any parts are quoted.
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Tell us what you need and we confirm the visit price before anyone comes out.