Sharon D.September 2026
Proactive installed the garage opener on my door
Opener
Commercial Garage Door Openers & Operators
Installation and repair for businesses across Northeast Ohio.
- We call you when we're on the way
- Same-day service
A commercial door runs many more cycles a day than a home garage door, so the operator has to match the door and the workload. As an authorized dealer, Proactive Garage Door Repair installs and repairs LiftMaster and Genie commercial operators for warehouses, shops, storage facilities, fire stations and retail buildings across Brunswick, Cleveland, Akron and Northeast Ohio. The estimate is free, and you get the exact price before any work starts. Call (440) 876-4444.
Commercial Operators We Install
Trolley, jackshaft and hoist
Trolley operators
Ceiling-mounted operators for sectional doors with standard lift. A common choice for shops, garages and light-industrial buildings.
Jackshaft operators
Wall-mounted beside the door and connected to the door shaft. Used on high-lift and vertical-lift sectional doors.
Hoist operators
Jackshaft operators with a chain hoist, so the door can be raised by hand during a power outage.
Genie commercial operators
Light-duty (LJ, GCX, LT), medium-duty (MH, MJ, MT), standard-duty (H, J, T) and heavy-duty (GH, GT), plus egress and NEMA 4/12, 4X and 7/9 models for special environments.
LiftMaster commercial operators
Trolley, jackshaft and hoist operators for sectional doors, with the control options and accessories your building needs.
Commercial operator repair
Worn clutches and brakes, limit and board problems, photo eyes and edge sensors, radio controls. Most repairs are done in one visit.
The right operator depends on the door type, size, weight and how many cycles a day it runs. We size it at a free site visit.
Who we work with: We have worked directly with Habitat for Humanity, and through general contractors on projects for Cleveland Clinic facilities, a major e-commerce distribution center, a major airport, and major insurance companies in Northeast Ohio.
Choosing the Right Commercial Operator
- Door type: standard-lift sectional doors can use trolley or jackshaft operators; high-lift and vertical-lift sectional doors use jackshaft or hoist operators.
- Size and weight: larger and heavier doors need a higher-duty operator.
- Cycles per day: a busy loading dock needs a continuous-duty operator.
- Power outages: hoist operators let you open the door by hand.
- Environment: wash bays, food plants and corrosive or hazardous areas need sealed or special-rated models.
Commercial Operator Repair
When a commercial door stops, business stops. We repair worn clutches and brakes, limit switches, logic boards, photo eyes and reversing edges, radio controls and wiring on most commercial operators, and we fix the door itself when it's the real cause.
Why Choose Proactive
- Rated 5.0 from 1,800+ Google reviews
- 9,000+ customers served
- Decades of combined experience in residential and commercial garage doors
- Authorized dealer for Genie, LiftMaster and Chamberlain openers and Clopay, Amarr and Wayne Dalton doors
- Same-day service on most calls. Available 24/7.
- Family & locally owned: run by Tony and his wife in Brunswick, OH
- We accept all types of payment, including Visa, Mastercard, Discover and American Express
- Financing through Wisetack, with a soft credit check that won't affect your credit score
- We work with all insurance companies
Available 24/7
Trusted and Trained Experts
Same-Day Service
Money-Back Workmanship Guarantee
Free Estimates
Old Door Removal & Haul-Away
Same-Day Service on Most Calls
Manufacturer Warranties on Commercial DoorsMoney-Back Workmanship Guarantee If our work isn't right, we make it right or refund the labor. Conditions apply.
Our Accreditations
What Does a Commercial Operator Cost?
The site visit and estimate are free. The price depends on the door, the operator type and duty rating, and the controls you need. You get the exact price in writing before any work starts.
Rated 5.0 from 1,800+ Google Reviews
Read All TestimonialsWhat Our Customers Say
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Mervat N.September 2026
Excellent, quick, and professional service! I highly recommend.
Robin L.September 2026
Poactive was very professional and stayed late to repair our springs so there was no problems. Highly recommend!
Spring repair
Derek G.September 2026
Fast and honest repair. Great service and advice. Next day service !
Jared S.September 2026
Quick and effective repair of issue. Friendly.
Pam R.September 2026
Came out during scheduled time. Was quick and efficient.
John M.September 2026
Very friendly and knowledgeable with our door problems. Clearly able to do work professionally. Highly recommend Proactive!
Beth P.September 2026
Installed new door & opener. Great service from initial service appt to installation.
Opener
Rijesh B.September 2026
Excellent service and highly recommended! I called them initially for routine garage door maintenance, but during the inspection, they identified that the spring was broken. I had been experiencing issues in the past with the garage door not opening or closing properly, and they were able to identify the underlying problem quickly. They recommended replacing the spring with higher-quality rods and drums, and I’m very happy with the result. I could immediately feel the difference after the repair—the garage door feels much stronger, smoother, and more secure than before. The team was professional, knowledgeable, and took the time to explain what needed to be done and why. I really appreciate their honest recommendation and quality of work. Great experience from start to finish. I would definitely recommend them to anyone needing garage door repair or maintenance!
Spring repair
Narsimha K.September 2026
We called proactive they came on time and great service and wonderful to work with the company
Apex H.September 2026
I had a great experience with Proactive Garage Door Repair for my new garage door installation. The team was professional, knowledgeable, and did an excellent job from start to finish. They arrived on time, explained everything clearly, and made sure the installation was done properly. The new garage door looks great and works perfectly. The pricing was fair, and the whole process was smooth and stress-free. I highly recommend Proactive Garage Door Repair to anyone looking for a quality garage door installation!
New door
Edvaldo N.September 2026
Proactive company replaced the conver kit, very good quality and, great job! Thanks
Frequently Asked Questions
Which commercial operators do you install?
LiftMaster and Genie trolley, jackshaft and hoist operators, including light, medium, standard and heavy-duty models.
Do you repair commercial operators from other brands?
Yes. We service most commercial operators; call us with the brand and model.
Can you work around our business hours?
Yes. We schedule installs and planned repairs to keep your downtime short, and we handle commercial emergency repairs during the day.
Do you also install commercial doors?
Yes. See commercial door brands for the Clopay, Amarr and Wayne Dalton lines we install.
Do you offer financing, and do you work with insurance?
Yes. We accept all types of payment, including Visa, Mastercard, Discover and American Express. Financing is available through Wisetack for new doors, openers and larger repairs, and we work with all insurance companies. Checking if you qualify is a soft credit check, so it won’t affect your credit score. You get a decision in seconds. All financing is subject to credit approval. If a car or a storm damaged your door, we can give you a written estimate and photos for your claim.
Commercial Service Areas
We install and repair openers across 173 towns in Northeast Ohio from our Brunswick office.
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