Reasons Your Garage Door Is Not Opening Or Closing

It's normal for a garage door to have problems regularly due to normal wear and tear. But when it doesn't open or close, there might be a severe issue. 

Garage doors may fail to open, close, or do so partially for several reasons. Identifying the problem will help you know whether it's something you can fix or you need to call a garage door repair technician. 

Below are some of the most common reasons garage doors fail to work. 

1. Remote Control Malfunction

If something is blocking the remote signal antennae on your garage door, it won't open or close when you press the remote. Check out for tree branches and other objects that may cause blockage and remove them. 

Also, the remote battery could be the culprit. It could be something as simple as an old battery. Try replacing the battery or using another remote and see whether the door will open or close. 

The antenna could also be the problem. If it's broken, it won't work. The solution is to call a garage door repair professional to replace it.  

2. Broken Or Damaged Torsion Springs

If your garage door is opening partially or you can hear sounds when trying to open it, there could be a problem with its torsion springs. Garage door torsion springs may disengage and snap due to wear and tear. They often make explosion-like sounds when snapping.

It's not advisable to attempt to fix a damaged torsion spring, as it can result in a fatal injury. Call a professional to do it for you, as they have the skills and tools to do so safely.

3. Improper Garage Door Limit Settings

If a garage door closes and then goes up immediately, there could be a problem with its limit settings. Limit settings issues are common with older garage door models and newly installed ones.

Check the manual to set the limits correctly if you have just gotten the door. If you have an older garage door, try to reset the limit settings.

If you adjust the settings and the problem persists, call a garage door repair professional to diagnose and fix the issue. 

4. The Operator Is Not Receiving Power

If somebody unplugs the garage door operator as they exit the garage through its internal door, it won't receive any power and won't work. Plugging it back in will solve the problem instantly. 

A faulty outlet may also be the culprit. Ensure that the socket where you plug in the operator is working. 

The operator will also not work if it has a blown circuit breaker or fuse. Talk to a garage door repair technician to replace the blown part.

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