Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"My garage door was uneven, and Alamo Garage Doors fixed it quickly. The technician tested the door several times to make sure it was safe. I felt confident after the service."
+4
Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Job was costed out and completed within 48 hours of my first contact. Workers stayed late into the night to get it done -- looks like they underestimated the labor but stuck to their bid price. Cleaned up and took a lot of junk (the old openers) when they left. Doors, probably 75 years old or more, are now working smoothly, with all new rollers as well as motors and electronics."
+33
Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2009
Emergency services offered
Credit card accepted
"Every so often you find a residential service professional that has it all together. The folks at Mass Garage Doors proved that to me this morning. I scheduled an appointment to repair & service my double door garage opening system. It was in various stages of becoming inoperable. In scheduling the service appointment, I had warned them that various components of the system might need to be replaced. Ronen Sisso arrived on time, assessed the issues, and, in record time, he fixed the internal control pad, reprogrammed the units to work with the external key pad, the remote control fob, and my auto opening system. He also lubricated all the key mechanical components resulting in a more efficient and quite opening and closing of the doors. In going over the work that he did, he advised me that parts replacement on this 16 year old system was not warranted thus saving a significant amount of money. Without qualification, I recommend Mass Garage Doors based on their expertise, professionalism and quite reasonable costs. If I have any future issues with my door system I will not hesitate to obtain their service again. Dave O'Brien Boston"
+16
Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2013
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Gary was great! They are prompt and courteous and have competitive prices and, Gary is extremely knowledgeable. Since our 120 year old garage had an unusual sized opening, we needed a specially sized door made so, it was important to work with someone who knew what they were doing (not all of the estimators we had out did) They also have a good warranty. I highly recommend them!"
+35
Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
Small jobs welcome
"I recently had a new garage door installed, and I couldn?t be happier with the experience From start to finish, the service was top notch"
+2
Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2014
Credit card accepted
Customers say: Quick response
"The owner of Master Garage was very prompt in contacting me about the job, coming out for the estimate, and following through on doing the job. I was very pleased with the assistance I received on which option was best for what I was trying to accomplish (polyurthane vs epoxy finish), but wish that there had been some color samples to look at to help make a final decision. Overall, I am very satisfied with the process and the job. I chose polyurthane to finish a basement floor and was especially pleased with the repairs made to major cracks present in the floor before the finish was applied. I was a bit surprised that the owner never followed up after the job was done to see for himself how it turned out, but maybe he only does that if the customer calls about any issues or complaints."
+55
Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2025
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Great install, surprised how quiet and smooth the garage door opens and closes."
Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2024
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Great service and very reasonable! I called AB Garage Door on a Tuesday morning, Alan got back to me a little over an hour later and was at my house approximately 15 minutes after that. Wow! They fixed my broken cable, replaced a roller, and lubricated the mechanisms. My garage door now works like new. Agree with comments about being careful about other companies using call centers, etc. I made that mistake in the past. Highly recommend Alan and his company!"
+5
Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1997
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I had a broken spring which prevented the garage door from operating. The team replaced the springs quickly, without me even having to move the car! All the work was explained to me, as well as future maintenance clarified. Both the specialists were courteous, professional, and masked! Would absolutely hire again and recommend."
Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1998
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"We spoke to a lot of overhead door guys and they all seem pretty similar when it comes to door selection, quality and openers. The prices varied alot and Sal was the best price for the quality we were looking at. I liked Sal the most of all of the guys we spoke to: he was very personable, easy to deal with, gave us the options in a straightforward way.
We ended up going with another company because my wife liked the style of one specific door that he did not carry. I wish he could have. Will post our experience with the other company after he installs.
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+7
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