12–30+ inches back
Lift the door higher before it turns horizontal and reclaim the overhead room a standard track wastes.
Reclaim space
Reclaim your ceiling with a high-lift conversion
Got tall ceilings? A high-lift conversion lifts the door higher before it rolls back — freeing 12 to 30+ inches of overhead space for a car lift, overhead storage, or simply cleaner lines.
High-lift conversions
Reclaim your ceiling with a high-lift conversion
Updated July 2026
High-lift isn't just a longer track. Done right, it needs re-engineered springs, tapered cable drums and a side-mount jackshaft opener that moves the motor off the ceiling entirely. Get any of those wrong and the door binds or the springs wear out early.
Free in-home measure & exact quote.Typical installed range: $900–$2,200 installed.
What's included
Everything, under one number
Because we install these all the time, we spec the whole system as one job — track, springs, drums and opener — so it runs balanced, quiet and safe for years. It's the perfect add-on when you're already replacing a door.
- Assessment of available headroom above the door
- High-lift track conversion kit
- Re-rated torsion springs & tapered cable drums
- Side-mount jackshaft opener (motor off the ceiling)
- Balancing & safety testing on completion
- Pairs perfectly with a new-door replacement
Why us for this
Done properly, the first time
Ceiling stays clear
A wall-mount jackshaft opener frees the centre of your ceiling for a car lift, racking or a clean look.
Engineered as a system
Springs, drums and track are matched to your door's weight and travel so it stays balanced and quiet.
No pressure. One callback.
Get a callback in 15 minutes
Tell us where to reach you and a real person calls you back within 15 minutes, 8am–6pm Mon–Sat. We never share your info — one callback, that's it.
- ✔ Free in-home measure across the Lower Mainland
- ✔ We're late? Your consult is on us
- ✔ Old door removal & disposal included
Good questions
High-lift conversions — FAQ
How much headroom do I need for high-lift?
Generally more than 14 inches above the opening. We measure on site and tell you exactly how much lift we can achieve.
Can you do high-lift with my existing door?
Often, if the door and panels are in good shape. It's also the ideal time to pair it with a new door — one mobilisation, one balanced system.
Why a jackshaft opener?
A side/wall-mount jackshaft drives the torsion shaft directly, keeping the motor off the ceiling so your reclaimed space stays usable.
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