5 Common Garage Door Opener Problems

April 3rd, 2017 Posted in Garage Door Repairs
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Garage door openers offer convenience and security for your home and garage, day after day, year after year.  However, even these reliable devices can have issues, usually at the most inconvenient times. The good news is most issues with garage door openers can be easily resolved with some simple troubleshooting. Here are five common garage door opener problems and what to do when they occur.

  1. Remote won’t work. If your remote isn’t working, check your wall unit. If the wall unit works and the remote doesn’t, it is often a battery issue. Do you have a second remote? Try the backup remote – if it works then the dysfunctional remote probably needs a new battery.
  2. Neither remotes work. It is unlikely that both remotes will have a dead battery at the same time. There is likely an issue with the signal receiver on your wall unit – you will need to have a repair.
  3. Door will not close. If the garage door partly closes then goes back up, check under the door. Anything below the door can trigger the safety mechanism. If it is clear, the sensors may need realignment. You can do this yourself or call your garage opener service company.
  4. Wall unit and remote don’t work. If neither the remote or wall unit will work, check the power source. It could be a tripped circuit breaker or the unit become unplugged. Got power? You may need to call your service company.
  5. Door doesn’t close or open completely. If your door suddenly doesn’t close or open all the way, the limit stops may need adjusting.

Power sensors and switch adjustments are often causes for garage opener failure and are easily fixed. However, sometimes a circuit board or other components can go out, requiring professional garage door repairs. When you rule out the simple solutions, call in a professional.

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Habpro Garage Doors
Dacula, GA
770-985-3355

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Is it Time to Replace Your Garage Door Opener?

March 24th, 2015 Posted in Garage Door Openers
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If you’re like most people, when your garage door opener is working, you have no plans to replace it. However, unlike a television or toaster, your garage door can actually cause safety issues and incredible inconvenience when it eventually breaks. Most garage doors openers can last 10 years or more if maintained, but if you’re starting to experience any of these signs, it may be time to consider replacing your garage door opener.

  • Loud operation. If your garage door opener has gotten louder over the last year, it may be starting to wear out or be in need service. Often, loud operation is a sign you need your system lubricated; however, it can also be the sound of your motor dying.
  • Hesitation. Does your garage door jerk or hesitate as it opens or closes? These can be signs of issues with your opener, your hardware or an unbalanced garage door.
  • Intermittent slow response. Has your garage door refused to open or close when you use your remote? The battery could be going out on your remote, or there may be problems in the signal receiver.
  • Safety features not working. Does your garage door stop if there’s an object underneath it? If not, the safety mechanism may be broken or the lasers are not aligned.

If any of these issues sound familiar, it’s time to have your garage door and opener serviced and inspected. It’s worth the investment to have these problems repaired, or your opener replaced, before they cause the system to become non-operational. There are many new options available in garage door openers with features for added convenience to homeowners; don’t put off a preemptive replacement if it’s time to replace your garage door opener.

Posted on behalf of Habpro
Dacula, GA 30019
(770) 985-3355

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Garage Door Opener Repairs

October 12th, 2014 Posted in Garage Door Opener Repair
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Properly maintained, garage door openers will provide years of trouble free service.  However, when there is a problem with them it is now possible to have them repaired, which will save a significant amount of money over the cost of replacing the opener.  As with most things, garage door openers have a small computer in them and in many cases the problem with the opener is related to the failure of some part of the computer. 

Most of the major manufacturers have replacement logic boards, sequencer boards, and radio receiver boards available for their garage door openers.   In addition there are also non-computer related parts available for repairs including chains and belts, as well as components for the motor and electric eyes.  Even original replacement remotes are now available!   In many cases these replacement parts and components are “plug and play”, which helps to minimize the labor costs of the repair. 

The key to repairing the garage door opener quickly and efficiently is to be able to troubleshoot the problem and determine if the problem is related to the computer or another component of the system.  Once that is determined, the technician will be able to determine what part or parts needs to be replaced and make the repair.  Once repaired, the opener will be tested to verify that the opener is working properly and within the technical specifications of the manufacturer.  No longer does a garage door opener problem mean the immediate replacement of the entire system, which is much more expensive than simply repairing the opener.

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How To Determine If Your Garage Door Opener Is Broken

September 14th, 2014 Posted in Garage Door Openers
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You press the magic button, yet your garage door does not open. Your first feeling may be frustration, then panic. Not only is replacing your garage door opener expensive, it can also be a major inconvenience. However, before you call your local garage door repair service, it’s prudent to first try and troubleshoot the problem. Here are a few tips to help you determine whether your garage door opener needs repair or replacement: 

  • Is the light showing on your remote? If you press the button on your remote, is the light coming on as normal? If not, the battery within your remote may be dead. Try opening your garage door with the indoor opener button. If this method is successful, the opener is working, but you may need a new battery for your remote.
     
  • Check your opener for power. Often it is the simplest solution that will get your opener working properly again. Check to make sure your opener has power, and has not short-circuited through your power box. Try flipping your circuit breaker; if that doesn’t work, unplug your opener for a moment before reconnecting. Sometimes openers need to be reset, just like a computer.
     
  • Try opening your garage door manually. If your garage door opener is not working from either your remote or indoor opener control, try opening your door manually. A door that will not open manually means the opener is most likely fine; unfortunately, you may have a broken spring or cable that needs to be fixed by a professional. 

If after trying these methods your garage door opener is still not working, it may be time to call your garage door repair service. They can further assist you in troubleshooting your opener, and discuss repair or replacement options.

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Does Your Garage Door Opener Talk To You?

August 2nd, 2014 Posted in Garage Door Openers
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If you haven’t looked at the features available on new garage door openers in the last few years, you may be amazed at the new options that these high-tech devices offer. While you may think of your garage door opener as just a convenience item, it is much important than that. Garage doors are one of the easiest ways for criminals to breach your home, endangering your safety and property. What if your garage door opener could talk to you, letting you know when someone is trying to get into your home? 

New Garage Door Opener Features

Garage door openers have evolved far past just opening and closing your heavy garage door. They now are available with high-tech security and safety options which can help protect your family and home. Consider these options that are now commonly offered: 

  • Smartphone applications – Your garage door opener can talk to you directly through your phone. New applications alert you when your garage door is opened. You can also open or close the door remotely with your phone. Imagine you are having an expensive item delivered while you are away. You can open the garage for the delivery person when they arrive, then close it when they are finished without leaving your home or packages vulnerable to theft or intrusion.
     
  • Security features – In addition to controlling your opener with your phone, new garage door openers come with advanced security features to ensure safety. Rolling security codes make it difficult for anyone to manipulate the opener, unlike older devices which are easily compromised. In addition, there are options for fingerprint access and other security features which can help protect your home. 

If you are ready to update your current garage door opener, talk to your local garage door service company to learn more about the incredible options available. Increase the security and convenience of your garage door with new technology designed to make your life easier.

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Why Repairing Your Garage Door Opener Is So Important

December 6th, 2013 Posted in Garage Door Openers
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You probably don’t think much about your garage door opener.

After all, the garage is not the most romantic part of your home. Therefore, most people don’t pay it much attention to the garage door or its opener as long as they’re properly functioning.  

Nevertheless, if your garage door opener is damaged or malfunctioning, getting it repaired quickly is extremely important.

Safety and Security for Your Family

Your garage door provides your home with an added layer of security.

Therefore, if suddenly, your garage door opener stops working, that extra layer of added security disappears if your garage door won’t close.

In addition, while many people are tempted to solve their “broken garage door opener” problem by simply leaving their garage door open, this can result in theft or wild animals in your garage. Therefore, it’s strongly recommended to have your garage door opener repaired immediately.

Convenient Home Entry

Another reason that it’s important to have your garage door opener repaired is “convenience.”

If you normally access your home (leave and enter it) via your garage, then you’ll really be burdened and inconvenienced when your garage door opener is broken. In addition, even if your garage door opener is simply beginning to malfunction, or it now requires more than a “simple light touch,” you might one day find yourself having to park outside of your garage, and enter your home through another door.

With a repaired, garage door opener, you can go back to your normal routine and enjoy the ease of access to your home through your garage.

If your garage door opener requires repair, contact your local expert today.

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Typical Garage Door Opener Repairs

August 15th, 2013 Posted in Garage Door Repairs
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Little thought is given to our garage door openers except for pushing the remote button to open or close our garage doors. The extent of our maintenance is limited to the rare occasion of changing a burned out light bulb to illuminate our nighttime entrances. Our garage door openers tend to work so well, for so long a period of time, that when it begins to act up we simple think of replacing it. Well, think again. There are several common problems that can be remedied fairly easily by a good garage door repair service. 

If suddenly your opener does not work with either the wall switch or remote, chances are good that the power source has been interrupted; check your fuses or circuit breaker. If the wall switch is working but the remote is not, make sure that you are within its range and the motor’s antenna is hanging down from the unit. Try replacing the battery in the remote or reprogramming it. 

Problems associated with how the door and motor function when operating can usually be remedied by adjusting various control switches on the opener unit. The “close limit switch” determines how far the door closes and whether it reverses immediately upon closing. The “limit switch” should be adjusted if the door does not open completely or it the motor continues running after the door is open. If the garage door reverses before hitting the floor, then the “close force” switch need adjusting. All garage door openers should come with an owner’s manual that can help you locate these switches as well as thorough explain their function. 

It’s always a good idea to have a reputable garage door service professional inspect your entire system and recommend a periodic maintenance schedule.

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Garage Door Opener Malfunctions – What to Do

March 26th, 2013 Posted in Garage Door Openers
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In a perfect world, your garage door opener would never malfunction or need repairs. While many can last for years before a problem arises, garage door openers are just as prone to failures and problems as any other piece of mechanical equipment on your property. 

Some general garage door repairs, like cleaning and lubricating garage door rollers and tracks, can be completed with relative ease. The majority of garage door opener repairs, however, will require the expertise and safety knowledge of a licensed, experienced garage door opener installation and repair technician. 

Your garage door opener is essentially a motorized, electric appliance that lifts and lowers your heavy garage door. Just like any other electric appliance, it may begin to malfunction or behave strangely over time. You may notice that your opener is running but the door isn’t actually opening, that the door reverses during closing with no disruption to the automatic reversal sensors, that the door doesn’t open or close all the way or that it simply does not respond when the wall button or remote control is pressed. 

For the most part, the only repairs that you can safely perform on your garage door opener yourself is the replacement of remote batteries, motor or controls testing and mechanism lubrication or alignment. Parts that are worn, broken or compromised often require the experienced eye of a professional to spot, and most repairs to your garage door opener simply aren’t safe for the inexperienced homeowner to tackle. 

Be sure that you contact a local, licensed garage door opener repair technician with plenty of experience to diagnose and solve problems with your garage door opener so that you can rest assured that the work has been completed properly, with all safety features and functionality left intact.

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Developments in Garage Door Openers

May 21st, 2012 Posted in Garage Door Openers
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Garage door openers have changed a lot in the past few decades.  If your garage door opener is more than ten or 15 years old, you will be surprised at the many features found on garage door openers these days.  These features add to the safety and convenience of modern garage door openers.

One of the most popular features is the battery backup.  When the power is out, a garage door opener will not operate.  The irony is that the most common reason for a power outage is severe weather which is exactly when you need the opener to operate the most.  Battery backup takes care of this issue with a standby battery that will operate the opener when there is a power outage allowing you and your family to access your garage from the safety and comfort of your car.

Another new feature of garage door openers is an automatic closing mechanism that automatically closes the door after a preset period of time such as five minutes.  This is a great feature for those people who get halfway to work and cannot remember if they closed the garage door.

A feature designed to address the same issue allows you to operate your garage door from a computer or smart phone.  You can check on the door from wherever you are and close it if needed.  You can also open the door from a remote location to allow family or friends to access the garage.

Another useful feature for forgetful homeowners is a light inside your home that signals that the door is open. This feature helps to prevent leaving the garage door open all night.  Call your garage door service to have a new, modern garage door opener installed at your home and you can take advantage of these and many other great features.

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Adjusting Garage Door Photoelectric Safety Eyes

May 15th, 2012 Posted in Garage Door Openers
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Modern garage doors with automatic garage door openers are equipped with photoelectric safety eyes that stop the door from closing when an obstruction is detected in the path of the door.  These safety devices were designed to prevent injuries due mostly to garage doors closing on children, but adults and pets have also been injured by entrapment under a closing garage door.

One of the most common problems encountered with garage doors is a door that will not close because of a problem with these safety sensors.  The photoelectric safety eyes are mounted on either side of the garage door near the floor.  The sending eye sends an infrared beam across the bottom of the door opening to the receiving eye.

If anything blocks the infrared beam or if the photo eyes are misaligned, the garage door will stop closing, reverse direction, and move to the fully open position.  If the garage door is open, it will not close until the obstruction is removed or the sensor eyes are re-aligned.

If you have problems with your garage door safety sensors, first check the LED lights on the sensors.  Most sensors have a green and a red LED light.  If the green light is illuminated, that means that the sensors are getting power.  Next, see if the red lights are illuminated.  If not, it indicates that the sensors are out of alignment or that there is a blockage between the sensors.

Remove anything that might be blocking the sensors and clean the lenses to remove spider webs, dirt and debris.  If the red LED lights still do not illuminate adjust the sensors to align them so that they point directly at each other.  If the garage door still does not operate properly, call your garage door repair service.

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