Motor brands
SOMMER roller door motors: repairs & installation
SOMMER motor repairs, servicing and new installations on industrial and roller doors across Gauteng.
Our work · Roller shutter in a face-brick opening with hood boxSOMMER is a German manufacturer of garage door and gate drives. We repair and install SOMMER operators on sectional and garage-style doors.
SOMMER motor repairs
Common faults we fix on SOMMER operators:
- Motor hums but the door won't move
- Door stops part-way or reverses
- Limits out of adjustment, so the door overruns or won't close fully
- Remotes, receivers or push buttons not working
- Burnt-out motor or control board after a power surge
- Manual override chain or release jammed
SOMMER motor installation
We supply and fit SOMMER operators on new doors and convert manual roller doors to electric. Before quoting, we check the door is balanced and in good condition, then size the operator to the door weight and the number of cycles per day. Every installation includes a manual override for power failures and load shedding, plus safety devices where needed.
Service & upgrades
- Limit and force settings checked and reset
- Remotes coded, receivers replaced
- Safety beams and safety edges fitted or repaired
- Battery backup options for critical doors
- Replacement with a different brand if parts are no longer available
Doors we motorise
- Industrial Roller Doors
- Aluminium Roller Shutter Doors
- Sectional Overhead Doors
- Security Shutters & Steel Doors
About SOMMER
SOMMER is based in Germany. For product manuals and specifications, see the official SOMMER website.
Brand names and trademarks belong to their owners. Industrial Doors is an independent installer and repairer and is not an agent of this manufacturer unless stated.
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FAQ
Questions we get asked
Do you repair SOMMER roller door motors?
Yes. We repair SOMMER operators on roller, sectional and industrial doors across Gauteng. Call (083) 666-9995 or WhatsApp a photo of the motor's label.
Can you install a new SOMMER motor on my existing door?
In most cases, yes, provided the door is in good condition and balanced. We check this before quoting.
My SOMMER motor is old. Should I repair or replace it?
If parts are available and the motor is the right size for the door, repair is usually cheaper. If not, we quote a replacement and explain the options.