Exemplary service. An embodiment of values.
Southern Garage Doors, Inc. provides residential garage door repair and service for homeowners throughout Palmetto, Florida. Palmetto is a community with a varied housing landscape, and our work is focused on areas where homes are maintained with an eye toward long-term reliability and everyday usability. We handle spring replacement, opener installation and repair, general repairs, and routine maintenance with an emphasis on safety, clarity, and workmanship built to last.
We are locally rooted and focused exclusively on residential garage doors. Our approach is calm and straightforward — taking time to evaluate the system, explain what we see in plain language, and complete the work without rushing or sales tactics. Homeowners who value clear communication, predictable outcomes, and respect for their home tend to find our service a good fit.
Our work is especially well suited for homes built from the 1990s forward, including subdivision and planned communities throughout Palmetto. We regularly serve areas such as Artisan Lakes, Willow Walk, Treviso Bay, and similar neighborhoods where homeowners expect dependable operation, clear expectations, and service that respects both the home and neighborhood standards.
Our work is organized, methodical, and never rushed. Each service call begins with a complete evaluation of the garage door system and a clear explanation of what we find, so homeowners can make informed decisions without confusion or pressure. In homes where systems are maintained and expected to function properly, garage doors must operate safely and reliably day after day. Our services are designed to support that expectation through proper inspection, balance, and adjustment.

Every spring we install is selected and sized specifically for the door it serves. Proper balance and safe operation are verified before we leave, helping reduce unnecessary strain on both the door and opener. This is precise, safety-critical work designed for long-term reliability.

We begin by inspecting your existing opener and explaining its condition clearly. When repair is the responsible option, we’ll recommend it. When replacement is the better long-term choice, we install the new opener carefully and configure it according to proper safety and performance standards.

When a door becomes noisy, uneven, or unreliable, we evaluate the system as a whole. We explain what’s causing the issue and repair only what’s necessary, so the door returns to smooth, dependable operation.

Proactive maintenance helps reduce unexpected breakdowns. We inspect moving components, check alignment, make necessary adjustments, and explain what we observe — quiet, proactive care performed to manufacturer-recommended standards.
Homeowners in Palmetto who reach out to us often tell us they value service that feels organized, respectful, and easy to understand. Many contact us after experiences that felt rushed, unclear, or overly sales-driven.
Whether it’s a carefully balanced spring replacement, a clearly explained opener repair, or a tune-up that prevents a larger issue later, our goal is always the same — to leave the system operating safely and the homeowner confident in the work performed.
Joe CrinkleyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic company for garage door repair. The chain on our door motor broke in the evening last Wednesday and Matthew was able to get us up and running with a new motor by a little after lunch time the very next day. Setting up the appointment was super quick and easy and he was here right on time to take a look at the problem. He offered to try and fix the old opener, but it was 18 years old, so I was ready to get it replaced. Matthew explained all of the options between the different brands and model tiers, and didn't try to upsell me at all. He recommended a model with fewer bells and whistles, which was perfect for my needs. The work was quick (couple hours max) and everything looks and works great. And to top it all off, he helped to reset the buttons on both our car mirrors so that our vehicles and garage door were back to fully integrated. From contacting them at around 8 am to fully installed and operational by 1 pm. You can't do any better with any type of home repair service. Highly recommend Southern Garage Doors. Tony GotliebTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. You can't ask for better service, quality, timeliness, or professionalism! Mathew takes a great of pride in the service and quality provided by Southern Garage Door. He is honest, incredibly competent, prompt, and professional. His work ethic is remarkable and I have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending Mathew ……. Southern Garage Doors is simply the BEST!
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Thank You! JonasTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Reviews are not my thing, but I would be remiss to let the fine work that Matt has done for me go without praise. I can't say enough how much I appreciate the prompt resolution and caring approach given to my broken garage door. Zero pressure sales, and should my situation have warranted spring replacement the price was less than half what I paid previously. If you live in Sarasota you owe it to yourself to contact Southern Garage Doors for help with anything you need related to your garage door. In my case there was no need to replace any parts and simply servicing what I already had was sufficient. Lee Ann RodriguezTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Responded immediately, easy scheduling, excellent, friendly, and professional service. Quick turnaround with fixing the problem. Thanks Matthew! GaryTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We highly recommend Southern Garage Doors to anyone looking to have their garage door system repaired & serviced and refer them as a very trustworthy company. Mathew performed an inspection including finding a couple of issues and performed meticulous adjustments! The cost of Mathews servicing we felt was more than reasonable! Anita BeelerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had my garage door serviced a couple weeks ago by a large, well known company. Service was fine but not a good fit for me with a delay, 4 hour arrival window, unclear pricing and too many package plans. Coincidentally, yesterday the large door spring broke! I read reviews and called Southern. They gave pricing over the phone and Matthew came this morning and custom cut a new spring to exactly fit. I understand few places offer this service and use precut. He also added screws to each side of the door, which he said were often left off on single doors, and replaced the light bulb. There were no extra charges for these and NO package plans. Thanks for fixing my “spring break!” 😊 Tony RootTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. From the time I called until my door was fixed was under 2 hours! joseph murphyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Matt was great. Best garage service I've ever received. How best? Matt repaired every little fault he found with either door but kept the total price at his original estimate which was reasonable and less than what I expected. Matt took the time to explain to me how to change access codes, other suppliers acted like it was difficult. And, I loved the formal repair summary that Matt left for me to review. Thanks and Peace Joe Murphy D BTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Matthew came to replace our garage door spring and did an excellent job. He communicated clearly, was kind, and took the time to answer all of my questions. Thank you, Matthew! mike kellyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. these guys are great. called at 8:15 am for a door that got off track and bent when tailgate of SUV got caught in door not allowing door to open manually or with opener. Matt arrived by 10:30 am and door is fixed and working for a very reasonable price. thank you- very professional and personable.
We explain the problem, lay out clear options, and do the work with safety at the center.
Straightforward service from start to finish.
We do what we say, every time.
Clear pricing, no gimmicks.
17-point safety check with every call.
No pressure sales — ever.
Every visit begins with a flat $169 service call, which includes up to 20 minutes of labor for diagnostics and minor repairs. You’ll know exactly what to expect before any work begins—no hidden fees, no package plans, no surprises.
Every repair includes a 14-day labor warranty, and all manufacturer warranties on parts and openers are fully honored. You’ll see a clear summary on your invoice, and full details are always available if you’d like to review them later.
Safety is not an add-on to our work—it’s the foundation.
All inspections, adjustments, and installations follow UL 325 safety standards, ensuring garage doors and openers are calibrated correctly and safe for daily use. Openers are installed only on doors that meet operational safety requirements.
All work is performed under Florida license SCC131153700, with full liability and workers’ compensation coverage in place. Our procedures are disciplined, consistent, and designed to protect homeowners, technicians, and the integrity of the system itself.
Palmetto is a community with varied housing stock and expectations. When garage door service is handled carefully, communicated clearly, and performed with respect for the home, daily routines continue smoothly.
If your garage door isn’t operating as it should and you’re looking for a steady, professional approach, we’d be glad to take a look and explain your options clearly.