Garage Door Repair Experts List the Causes of Common Garage Door Problems

1. September 5, 2017 Garage Door Repair Experts List the Causes of Common Garage Door Problems A garage door malfunction is one of those things that happens at the most inconvenient time. Everyone wants to get in and out of their house quickly and safely but suddenly, their garage door won’t budge. To compound matters, the issue requires immediate resolution as the garage is one of the most crucial points of entry into a residence. Page | 1

2. In such cases, asking for the help of a professional garage door repair technician is your best bet. They will find the root cause of the problem and fix it in the blink of an eye. Here are some of the most common causes of malfunctions with garage doors. Remote Control Issue Replacing the battery on the remote control, while easy, may not be on the top of the priority list of a homeowner. Without a functioning battery, the transmitter in the remote won’t work and the garage door won’t respond to your commands. Experts know if the cause of the problem is a dead battery, the user will have experienced telltale signs before the garage door becomes totally unresponsive. These signs include difficulty when opening or closing the door or having to tap the remote repeatedly for it to work. In some cases, a garage door won’t open or close not because of a faulty remote control but rather a user error. Remote controls work within a specific range, so it may not work if you stand too far from the sensor. To solve this problem, take time to read the manual for the suggested operating range. Sensor Issue Nowadays, nearly all types of garage doors are equipped with a photo eye sensor. It is a safety mechanism installed to prevents things or people from getting crushed by the garage door as it closes. When you complain of a garage door that refuses to close, checking the condition of the sensor is one of the first things an expert garage door repair technician will do. There are three main causes to a malfunctioning sensor: a physical barrier such as dust and dirt, a misalignment of the sensor’s height, and a broken sensor. Once the true problem is discovered, the service technician can perform the necessary repair. Before calling an expert, it is wise to make sure there are no obstructions both in the left and right garage door tracks that could prevent the door from opening or closing all the way. There are many kinds of garage door problems and malfunctions, and a diagnosis is not always easy to make as there are a lot of components in a garage door. Fixing it yourself might not solve the problem but just worsen it and cost you an even more expensive repair. To properly assess the situation and make the necessary repair, call a trusted and experienced garage door repair service technician. Page | 2

3. About Coastal Contract Hardware Coastal Contract Hardware is a Myrtle Beach, South Carolina-based security system company. We have been handling all kinds of security concerns from door and lock installation to garage door repairs for over two decades. We are ready to help customers both in commercial and residential settings. Call us now to solve your security problems! Sources: Troubleshooting the Most Common Garage Door Opener Problems, TheSpruce.com How to Adjust a Photo Eye on a Garage Door, HomeGuides.SFGate.com Page | 3