High-Lift Conversion · Cedar Park & Austin
Free up the space above your car.
A standard door track wastes the room near your ceiling. A high-lift conversion raises the door up and out of the way — clearing space for a car lift, overhead storage, or a garage gym. Add a wall-mount jackshaft opener and the ceiling is completely open.
0% APR available for qualified buyers — 660+ credit, through Hearth.
★★★★★ 4.9 on Google From ~$1,990 0% APR available
- Room for a car lift
- Overhead storage
- Garage gym headroom
- Quiet wall-mount opener
Why High-Lift
Your ceiling is wasted space.
With a standard track, your garage door rolls straight back just above the opening — taking up the exact overhead room you'd want for a 2- or 4-post car lift, a storage platform, or a pull-up rig. The door is in the way before you even start.
A high-lift conversion fixes that. We re-rail the door so it rises vertically toward the ceiling before it lays back, opening up the headroom above your vehicle. Pair it with a wall-mount jackshaft opener — mounted beside the door instead of on the ceiling — and the entire overhead area is free for a lift, racks, or a gym. It's the upgrade serious garage owners ask for.
How We Do It
What a high-lift conversion actually involves.
High-lift makes your door ride higher before it turns back along the ceiling — freeing overhead space. Here's the work behind it.
Measure your headroom
We check the space above the door to the ceiling and pick the lift height that fits your garage.
High-lift track & hardware
Vertical track is extended and the curved hardware is swapped so the door travels higher before bending back.
Torsion conversion
Extension-spring setups are converted to a torsion system sized for the new high-lift geometry.
New drums & cables
High-lift drums and correctly cut cables keep the door balanced through the taller travel.
Opener relocation
The opener is repositioned — or upgraded to a wall-mount jackshaft — to clear the new track.
Balance & safety test
We tension, cycle, and safety-check the entire system before we leave.
Google Reviews
High Lift customers
4.9 Stars · 120+ Google Reviews
"Keith does great work at a reasonable price. If you are having garage door issues, just call these guys!"BryanReasonable price
"Excellent service! Very punctual and professional! Thank you!"R CastPunctual & professional
"I had an outstanding experience with Edge Garage Doors for a garage door conversion, replacing two single garage doors with one large 16x7 door. They completed the entire project in just one day, including removing the center support and reframing for the new opening."Elle STwo-to-one conversion, Austin
"A great company with great people. Punctual, respectful, thorough, fair. You won't regret going with Edge Garage Doors!"Cara Smith GallagherHigh-lift conversion
"The owner came out the same day to remove two existing doors and install one 19.5' door. I called FIVE garage door companies and Edge Garage Doors gave me the best deal hands down and an outstanding warranty."Jeffrey HallTwo-to-one conversion
What You Can Do With It
Built for the garage you actually want.
Fit a car lift
Clear the overhead room a 2-post or 4-post lift needs to raise a vehicle safely.
Overhead storage
Add ceiling racks and platforms for totes, seasonal gear, and tools — off the floor.
Garage gym
Get the headroom for a rack, rings, or a pull-up setup without the door in the way.
Wall-mount jackshaft opener
Mounts beside the door, frees the ceiling completely, and runs quieter than a chain.
Higher door travel
The door tucks up near the ceiling instead of hanging low over your vehicle.
Done right & safe
Correct spring conversion and balance so the door runs smoothly on its new high-lift track.
High-Lift Cost Estimator
Estimate your high-lift in 60 seconds.
Pick your door and whether you want a new wall-mount opener for a ballpark price and monthly payment. 0% APR is available for qualified buyers (660+ credit). Final price confirmed on a free on-site visit.
Estimate only — not a quote. Final price confirmed on site after measurement of your ceiling height. Monthly payment is an estimate through Hearth's lending partners for a ~675 credit score over 36 months; rates and terms vary and are subject to credit approval. 0% APR may be available for qualified buyers (660+).
Google Reviews
More 5-star Edge jobs
4.9 Stars · 120+ Google Reviews
"Very efficient service. They were able to get my opener fixed for a reasonable rate. I had them back to replace the rollers on two doors. Great work. I plan to use them again."Vocabu LarryOpener & rollers
"Replaced both door openers and all the rollers. Very pleased with the result. Oded was punctual and efficient. Would definitely recommend."HunterOpeners & rollers
"Excellent response to my inquiry and I was provided reasonable options to replace my garage door opener. Job was done promptly at the right cost and expertly installed. Edge is now my go-to."Robert MooreOpener replacement
"Terrific service, timely reply's, great install."Keith SamfordNew install
"Oded and his team did a great job installing some new garage doors. Love the way they look and how smoothly they run. When an adjustment was needed they came out quickly."Josh JohnsonNew door install
Different Goal?
Want a wider opening instead of more height?
If your real problem is two narrow doors and a post in the middle, a two-to-one conversion gives you one wide opening for trucks and SUVs.
Common Questions
High-lift FAQs
What is a high-lift conversion?
We change the door's track so it travels higher up toward the ceiling before laying back horizontally — freeing overhead space for a car lift, storage, or a gym.
How much does it cost?
Most high-lift conversions run about $1,990–$3,990. With a new wall-mount jackshaft opener it's typically around $3,900; without an opener it's closer to $2,250. Use the estimator above and we confirm the exact price on site.
What is a jackshaft opener?
A jackshaft opener mounts on the wall beside the door instead of on the ceiling — it pairs perfectly with high-lift because it leaves the ceiling completely clear, and it runs quietly.
Do I have enough ceiling height?
High-lift works best with extra headroom above the opening. We measure your available ceiling height on a free on-site visit and tell you exactly how high we can take the door.
Do you offer financing?
Yes — through Hearth. 0% APR is available for qualified buyers (660+ credit), and checking your rate won't affect your credit score. See payment options →
How soon can you come out for high lift in the Austin area?
We offer same-day high lift across Cedar Park, Austin, and the Greater Austin area when our schedule allows. Call (737) 347-1246 and we'll give you a real arrival window.
Is your high lift work insured and under warranty?
Yes. Edge Garage Doors is fully insured, and every high lift job is backed by our 3-year parts and 90-day labor warranty.
How much does high lift cost?
Every high lift job is quoted upfront, in writing, before any work begins — no vague ballparks and no hidden fees. Use the estimator on this page for a rough monthly figure, or call for an exact price.
Can I finance high lift?
Yes — through Hearth you can split the cost into monthly payments, with 0% APR for qualified buyers (660+ credit). Checking your rate won't affect your credit score.