Garage Door Troubleshooting Tips – Summit Garage Door

Check the power: Make sure your garage door opener is plugged in and the circuit breaker hasn’t tripped.

Remote batteries: Weak or dead batteries are one of the most common issues. Replace them and try again.

Safety sensors: If the door starts to close and reverses, clean the sensors near the bottom of the door tracks. Dust or misalignment can block the signal.

Sensor alignment: Make sure the photo eyes are aligned and clean.

Force setting: The opener may need an adjustment to its close-force setting.

Lubricate moving parts: Use a garage door lubricant on rollers, hinges, and springs to reduce friction.

Check for loose hardware: Tighten any loose nuts, bolts, or brackets that may rattle during operation.

Worn rollers: If the noise persists, rollers may be worn out and need replacement.

Obstructions: Look along the tracks for dirt, debris, or small objects.

Track alignment: Tracks that are bent or out of alignment may cause the door to stick.

Spring or cable issues: If the door feels heavy or uneven, the springs or cables may be damaged. This is dangerous to repair yourself—call a professional.

Check range: Stand closer to the door and try again.

Reprogram remote: Sometimes remotes lose their connection—follow your opener manual to reprogram.

Replace batteries: Always rule out battery failure first.