Your garage is an efficient means of storing and accessing your car, but if you don’t maintain its doors well, your garage might as well be your trusty vehicle’s prison. Should the garage door fail, your car is essentially trapped. If door problems do occur, try some of these troubleshooting tips:
Track Inspection
A garage door that refuses to budge might have a track or roller problem – check the area from the bottom all the way to the top for obstructions or broken wheels. If the problem stems from bent tracks, try gently hammering down on the affected area until it gets back into alignment and allows for efficient movement.
Power Supply Problems
If your garage is electrically-powered, take a look at the power supply and try to observe any sign of damage. Check the circuit breaker to make sure that nothing has been tripped, and follow the cord as it leads to your garage door, as there might be broken wiring.
Infrared Sensors
The infrared sensors in your garage door system can malfunction and thus fail to establish proper communication between your remote and the door. Inspect the sensors to rule out a dirty remote or faulty batteries. Reset the opener by unplugging and plugging it back in. If the sensors are still not working, you might need to replace them.
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