5 Common Reasons Why Your Garage Opener Not Working

Are you having trouble opening and closing your garage door with your garage remote? Don't panic: we've got the top 5 reasons your garage isn't working, including their quick and easy fixes.

5 Reasons why your garage door opener isn't working

Your Garage Door is Manually Locked

Your garage may have been locked manually and therefore unable to respond to your remote. Double check that the manual lock is off before exploring other potential issues.

The Sensors in Your Garage Are Dirty or Broken

Your garage sensors that extend from one wall frame to another. If these sensors pick up an object or movement, the sensors send a signal to the opener to stop closing. This is a safety measure to ensure that children and pets are not accidentally caught under the door. Your sensors may be the problem if your garage opens, but it doesn't close. If this is the case, your sensors may be dirty or broken, in which case they will need to be repaired in order to function normally again.

You Have Broken Torsion Springs

Does your garage refuse to lift at all? Your door's torsion springs could be the problem. These springs are sturdy devices that help lift the door and, like any equipment, can rust or break over the course of several years. If you hear a loud bang when opening your garage, it's probably one of your torsion springs that is breaking. In this case, it is important to immediately call a professional, as it can be dangerous to repair the torsion springs yourself.

Your Disconnector Was Accidentally Activated

The disconnect switch is a fail-safe that allows you to manually open your garage in case your home loses power. You can tell if the disconnect switch is the problem if you hear the garage opener motor spinning, but your door isn't moving at all. This is a quick fix in that you can turn off the disconnect switch by attaching the disconnect cable to your garage (be sure to do this when the door is fully open or closed).

Your Battery is Dead

Last but not the least, check if the batteries in your remote are actually working. You'd be surprised at how many people go through the gamut of reasons their garage door might not open, only to see the problem simply boil down to dead batteries. If your garage opens but only when you get closer to the door, this is a sure sign that your batteries are low on juice. Swap them for a quick fix.

Still Having Garage Door Opener Problems?

If nothing is blocking your garage door and you've looked at all of the reasons above, it's time to call a professional. A local family business will be able to provide an estimate for your repair.

All 4 Seasons Go Garage Door Repair LLC offer garage door opener repair and installation to give you an affordable solution at home. Visit our website for more information on our garage door repair services in Beaverton.