Why won't my garage door close

Have you ever experienced the frustration of pressing the button on your garage door remote, only to hear it make a noise and then nothing happens? If you’ve ever had this problem, you’re not alone. There are many reasons why your garage door might not close properly. In this blog post, we’ll take a look at some of the most common issues and go over what you can do to troubleshoot them.

The Opener is Malfunctioning

If your garage door won’t close properly, one of the first things to check is if the opener itself is malfunctioning. Generally speaking, there are three possible causes for an opener malfunctioning—the remote battery is dead, something has gone wrong with the wiring, or the motor has burned out. To determine which issue it is, open up your opener and check for any signs of damage or worn-out parts. If everything looks in order but still won't close, try replacing the battery in your remote control.

The Safety Sensors aren't Working Properly

Another possible reason why your garage door won’t close could be that the safety sensors are not functioning properly. The purpose of these sensors is to prevent injury by detecting when someone or something is in the way when closing. If they become misaligned or dirty with dirt or debris, they will fail to work correctly and cause your garage door to stop closing when it should be able to do so safely. To fix this issue, simply clean off the lenses on both sensors and make sure they are aligned correctly with each other. You should also check that there are no obstructions blocking their view of each other as this too can cause them to fail properly.

The Track is Obstructed

Finally, another common issue that can prevent a garage door from closing is if something has fallen onto or gotten stuck in its track. This could be anything from leaves and branches blown onto it by a gust of wind to a toy car wedged between its panels-- whatever it may be will need to be removed before attempting to close it again. It's also possible that there may be an underlying issue causing debris buildup such as a bent track section which will need attention from a professional technician in order for things to start running smoothly again.

Conclusion:  Having trouble getting your garage door closed? These tips should help you diagnose and troubleshoot some of the most common issues that can occur with garage doors such as opener malfunctioning, safety sensor problems, or obstruction in its tracks due to debris buildup or an underlying issue like a bent track section needing repair by a Sky Castle door technician pro. With these helpful guidelines in mind homeowners can quickly identify and resolve any potential issues with their own garage doors!