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Jessica Sanchez

Jessica Sanchez is the co-founder and owner of F&J's 24 Hour Garage Door Service, LLC, a family-run business she launched with her husband, Fernando, in 2013. Based in the West Valley of Phoenix.

Under Jessica’s leadership, F&J's has grown from a local operation into a trusted name in garage door repair and installation across the Valley of the Sun and Prescott Valley. The company is known for its 24/7 emergency service, transparent pricing, and dedication to quality craftsmanship.

They'll never sell you what you don't need.

Jessica also serves on the Board of Directors for the International Door Association (IDA), where she helps shape the future of the garage door industry through leadership, advocacy, and education.

Outside of business, Jessica and Fernando love heading to the dunes in their sand rail and unwinding on the beaches of Rocky Point, Mexico whenever they get the chance.

Crooked residential garage door stuck off-track at sunset, paired with inset panels showing a snapped torsion spring, an opener motor, and track rollers.

Should You Replace One Garage Door Spring or Both at the Same Time in Phoenix, AZ?

By Jessica Sanchez | September 20, 2026

In most cases, replace both garage door springs when one breaks, even if the other looks fine. Springs installed as a pair carry the same number of cycles and wear down together, so a spring sitting beside a broken one is usually close to failing too. Replacing both restores even tension and protects the opener.…

Heavy-duty garage door torsion spring assembly mounted on a torsion tube above the door opening, overlooking a sunny Arizona desert landscape and modern home exterior.

What Are the Best Garage Door Spring Conversion Options in Phoenix?

By Jessica Sanchez | September 15, 2026

The best garage door spring conversion option for most Phoenix homes is switching from extension springs to torsion springs, either standard or high-cycle. Torsion springs balance the door more evenly, put less strain on the opener, and hold up better against Arizona heat. Homeowners choose this upgrade when springs fail often or the door feels…

Intruder in a black hoodie attempting to enter a garage through a stuck-open door during daytime, paired with a circular inset of a bent garage door track and a desert neighborhood home.

Is It Safe to Leave a Broken Garage Door Until Morning in Phoenix?

By Jessica Sanchez | September 10, 2026

It depends on how the door failed. A door stuck open overnight leaves your home exposed and should be secured the same night. A door stuck closed, with your car safely inside, can often wait until daylight if nothing is under strain. When you are unsure which situation you are in, treat it as urgent.…

Prowler in a hoodie attempting to peek under a crooked, off-track garage door at night, paired with circular and polygonal insets showing cracked door paneling and a desert home at dusk.

What Should I Do If My Garage Door Breaks at Night in Phoenix, AZ?

By Jessica Sanchez | September 5, 2026

If your garage door breaks at night, stay clear of the door and moving parts, and disconnect the opener if it cycles on its own. Block the opening with a vehicle or heavy object if the door is stuck up. Do not touch the springs or cables. Call a licensed technician for garage door repair…

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What Happens to a Garage Door’s Seal When the Spring Wears Out?

By Jessica Sanchez | August 20, 2026

A worn garage door spring lets the door sag or hang unevenly instead of sitting flat in its frame. That unevenness pulls the weatherstripping away from the frame on one or more sides, creating small gaps where air moves in and out. The longer a weak spring goes unaddressed, the wider those gaps tend to…

Technician applying finishing compound during a garage door panel repair in Phoenix, AZ

What Garage Door Problems Does Arizona Weather Cause That Need Repair?

By Jessica Sanchez | August 15, 2026

Warped panels, unbalanced springs, dust-clogged sensors, rusted hardware, and cracked weatherstripping are the top garage door problems Arizona homeowners run into, and each traces back to a specific weather cause. Heat drives spring and panel wear, monsoon dust clogs sensors, and UV exposure dries out seals. Catching these signs early is usually the difference between…

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How Do Torsion Springs Improve Garage Door Energy Efficiency?

By Jessica Sanchez | August 10, 2026

A garage door torsion spring stores energy as it twists, then releases that energy to lift most of the door’s weight. The opener motor only has to guide the door and control its speed, instead of hauling the full load alone. A properly tensioned garage door spring lowers the motor’s power draw, reduces heat and…

F&J’s 24 Hour Garage Door Service team at a local event booth in Phoenix showcasing residential and commercial services

How Does Arizona’s Extreme Heat and Weather Affect Garage Doors?

By Jessica Sanchez | August 5, 2026

Arizona’s extreme heat, monsoon humidity, and sharp day-to-night temperature swings put constant stress on garage doors. Metal panels and springs expand in the heat, wood and hardware absorb moisture during monsoon storms, and UV exposure breaks down seals over time. These forces are a major reason garage door repair needs to climb through summer and…

A person reaches up to a garage door opener while standing inside a bright garage filled with storage items and greenery outside.

What Happens If a Garage Door Spring Breaks?

By Jessica Sanchez | July 27, 2026

When a garage door spring breaks, the door instantly loses its counterbalance and becomes too heavy to lift by hand or by the opener. You’ll usually hear a loud bang, and the door may drop partway or jam in place. Cables can slip off the drum once tension releases unevenly, and the opener should not…

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Do I Need a Garage Door Repair Expert for Balance Issues?

By Jessica Sanchez | July 18, 2026

Yes, balance problems call for a trained technician, since fixing them means adjusting or replacing springs that are under high tension. Homeowners can safely test balance by hand by disconnecting the opener and lifting the door halfway to see if it holds, drifts, or shoots up, but correcting whatever that test reveals takes calibrated tools,…

Garage Door and Motor Install

By Jessica Sanchez / August 9, 2017 / Comments Off on Garage Door and Motor Install

Customer made this a dummy door 4 years ago. Now she wants to make it operable again. Shes removing the wall. Once wall is down we will install a new door and motor.  

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Garage Door Installation in Wickenburg

By Jessica Sanchez / March 8, 2016 / Comments Off on Garage Door Installation in Wickenburg

Here’s a cool project we recently worked on. We provided garage door installation for this tack room in Wickenburg! If you are in need of garage door installation or garage door repair, give us a call! We’re available 24/7 so don’t hesitate to call whenever you need help!

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Custom Garage Door Installation

By Jessica Sanchez / February 26, 2016 / Comments Off on Custom Garage Door Installation

Sometimes customers call us with special projects that are not a typical situation. This is an example of a custom garage door installation that we did for a customer that wanted a modern garage door. We’re happy to accommodate our client’s vision and if you have something special in mind, give us a call today…

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Our BBB Garage Door Repair Story

By Jessica Sanchez / October 5, 2015 / Comments Off on Our BBB Garage Door Repair Story

We recently collaborated with the BBB to create a video to convey everything that F&J’s 24 Hour Garage Door Service is all about. Here’s the result of our collective efforts, we hope you enjoy it!

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Garage Door Spring Replacement

By Jessica Sanchez / July 7, 2015 / Comments Off on Garage Door Spring Replacement

A garage door should have regular maintenance service in order to enhance its safety and prolong its life span. Garage door springs are crucial in sustaining the functionality of a garage door and in case the spring snaps; the door can cause serious injury or even death. The door contains numerous springs that can cave…

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Liftmaster’s “Don’t Chance It. Check It.™” Safety Initiative

By Jessica Sanchez / November 5, 2014 / Comments Off on Liftmaster’s “Don’t Chance It. Check It.™” Safety Initiative

It was one year ago that LiftMaster launched their safety initiative Don’t Chance It. Check It.™ to promote garage door safety. We here at F&J’s 24 Hour Garage Door Service take safety very seriously and we use their 3-Step Safety Check on every job we do. The safety of every customer and family we serve is…

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