There are many problems that could cause your garage door not to open. Read below for some of the most common issues and solutions if your garage door will not open.
First, check that you operator is plugged in. If it is, check that there is power supplied to the outlet by plugging something else into the outlet.
Next, check that the photo eye detectors are lined up. These will be on both sides of the garage door; they keep garage doors from closing when an object is in the way. You can loosen or tighten the wing nuts on the sensors until they align. The detectors may be disrupted if they are dirty or if there is something in front of them. You can try cleaning the eyes of the detectors with a tissue. It is also possible that the eyes got wet and are now damaged.
Next, check the batteries on your remote. Remotes will usually last longer than batteries. If changing the batteries doesn’t work, you can also try reprogramming your remote.
Try the emergency release handle in the middle of your garage. If you can manually open the garage door, then that means the problem is an electrical issue with either the motor or remote.
If you have checked all of these things and none of them seem to be the problem, you may need to contact a professional to figure out the problem with your garage door and help you to fix it. If you notice that your torsion spring is broken or the cables have snapped, you should also contact a professional and not try to fix it yourself, as fixing these things can be dangerous if you do not know what you are doing. With the help of TalkLocal, you can be on the phone with up to three high quality professionals within minutes. All three businesses will be in your area and they will be available when you are.
