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Is your garage door opener goes out of whack, there are numerous causes for your difficulties. Some are simple, and others are more problematic. Let's explore the possibilities and solutions.
Does the garage door not open with your remote? There are few reasons for this, which are easy to fix yourself.
1) You might be too far out of range.
2) You should charge or replace the batteries.
3) The garage door motor's antenna is damaged or blocked from the signal.
4) The remote needs reprogramming.
Is your garage door stuck open, and won't close? The photo eye sensors are likely out of alignment. Your garage door has a photo eye on each side, and between them is an invisible beam, which, when broken, stops the door from closing. See if they're misaligned or grimy. On most styles and brands of sensors, if the light's blinking, something's gone wrong. Or, if you have the type of sensor with red and green lights, the red one normally means it's failing.
Another possibility is the sensors' wiring. Inspect the connections to make sure the wires aren't loose or corroded. There may be a short in the wiring, which can sometimes be caused by a staple that was used during installation; vibrations over the years can eventually result in a disconnect. Or, a disconnection will also result if the wires have become stretched.
Examine the power source. Perhaps the transmitter batteries need replacing. Or, the electrical outlet might be faulty.
Does your garage door go down all the way, but open again? It's probable that the open-and-shut limit settings of the garage door opener are on the blink. The settings tell your garage door opener how far the garage door should move before it's totally shut. If it's set too high, the door will land on the floor before the opener thinks it should, presuming the door is touching an object in its path; then it will reverse automatically, to keep from smashing it. To find out how to reset the open-and-shut limits, consult the manual.
Does your garage door opener run, but the garage door still doesn't budge? If a power failure happens, your garage door opener has a disconnect switch, which allows you to open or close your garage door by hand. Typically, this switch is attached to a knob or rope, and can come unhooked by mistake. Open or close the garage door all the way, and then firmly reattach the hook. Now, using the transmitter, attempt to open or shut the door again, and it should work.
Is the garage door opener running for several seconds, then turning off? If the garage door still won't move when the garage door is closed, you'll probably observe that the door motor is trying in vain to lift the door. First, check the springs. If they aren't broken, see if the track is grimy or blocked by a tiny obstacle. If neither of these is the issue, then if your garage door is the sort with a built-in lock, it may be engaging by accident. This is common with older garage doors.
Does your garage door open and close randomly? If your garage door is opening or shutting all by itself, check the transmitter. It could be stuck beneath an object that inadvertently depressed the control mechanism. For instance, the transmitter is possibly stuck underneath items you forgot in your car or somewhere else close by. Furthermore, test the transmitter's frequency; your neighbor might have the exact same frequency as yours.
Does your garage door slam down with a loud bang? In all likelihood, your spring is broken, which is there to counter the garage door's weight. Or, the cables are broken. Either way, this is hazardous. Call a professional.
Does the garage door shut part way, then open again? A garage door has a reversing mechanism to keep it from crushing an object in its path. The reversing instruction is triggered by any item on the floor in the garage door's path, such as a bicycle, toy, box, or garbage can. Another probability is that there's a buildup of debris on the garage door tracks ~ a tiny object or dirt ~ which will stop the rollers from moving. This is a rotten predicament, requiring the close attention of a garage door expert.
Maybe your garage door track is out of alignment. This is serious. If the track isn't aligned, it definitely won't move. Look for bends in the rails, or gaps between the rollers and rail. The substantial weight of your garage door will eventually compound these problems, so don't procrastinate. Before your garage door becomes dangerous, call a professional.
If the garage door still doesn't open, a spring, or both springs, are broken and need repair or replacement. If so, then hire a garage door repair expert.
Unless you're an engineer, DON'T adjust the garage door yourself! If you don't get your garage door professionally serviced, the springs can cause injury, and even death. The garage door drums, cables, and bottom brackets may also need adjusting. Don't risk it! Consult a reliable local professional garage door repair company. If you live anywhere in Suwanee, Georgia, consider hiring a legitimate garage door repair technician you can count on, such as a mobile garage door repair specialist on staff at Suwanee Garage Door Solutions, LLC.
Garage door maintenance takes minimal effort and time. Keep your garage door in tiptop condition, and it will last a lot longer.
Schedule an annual inspection with a dependable local garage door repair service. Wires, cables, pulleys, and springs all require extra attention from a professional.
Annually, before winter arrives, lubricate your garage door springs, rollers, and hinges. Without lubrication, eventually the springs will rust and the coils will bind, costing you a lot. Prevent this from happening: Use a reputable brand, so it won't dry out. A light coating is all that's needed.
Once per month, examine the components of your garage door system. Replace any worn parts. Tighten any loose bolts. If you hear any unusual noises when the garage door shuts and opens, do not ignore it. It's time to hire a garage door professional.
Our Suwanee Garage Door Solutions, LLC can help with your Repair and Install New Garage Door as well as for your Opener Installation, Opener Repair and Spring Repair Garage Door. Just give us a call and see for yourself.