Garage Door Not Opening When You Need It Most? 5 Common Reasons Why Your Garage Door Won’t Open (& What To Do)

Garage doors are an essential element of our infrastructure, ensuring security and ease of entry and exit to our homes. But what if the garage door won’t open when you need it most? For example, you’re already late for work, or your kids are running late for school and here comes trouble: now you face a garage door opening issue as well. Fortunately, Garage Door Repair Dubai is available to provide rapid repair services to residents of Dubai. We have spent years providing excellent garage door repair and installation services all across Dubai at affordable prices.  

No matter how much a manufacturer praises their garage doors, they are, first and foremost, mechanisms that occasionally fail. Breakdowns come in various forms, often leading to frustration and wasted time. A malfunctioning garage door can ruin your day before it even starts. 

In this guide, we’ll cover the five most common reasons your garage door won’t open, and what to do to fix it safely and fast. 

1. Extraneous noises or difficulties when lifting the canvas

Squeaking, clanking, or whistling sounds when the web is moving, as well as any difficulties with its movement, are usually associated with malfunctions of the lifting mechanism or mechanical damage due to careless operation. The panels may be worn, damaged, or warped. The problem may be a deformed guide rail, improperly installed rollers, damaged shafts, or worn individual components. Repairs require identifying the faulty or malfunctioning mechanism components and replacing or adjusting them.

2. The gate does not open or close completely

First, inspect the door leaf and lifting mechanism components; there should be no dirt that could impede movement. Then, check to see if the door leaf is warped. Even a slight warp can prevent the gate from closing completely. This could be caused by excessive torsion spring tension. Sometimes, the problem is due to a malfunction in the automatic system.

3. Problems with automation

The main reasons for the incorrect operation of the automatic system are in the remote control or in the drive. If the remote control isn’t working  properly, check the batteries, make sure there’s no water inside, and that the buttons are freely moving. If the gate doesn’t open or close with the remote, the radio receiver may be faulty. If the drive is failing, first check the voltage. Then run diagnostics. Error codes can be read from the control units of some drives. If the problem is in the settings or replaceable components, repairs are performed on-site. In other cases, the drive is removed and repaired at the service center. 

 4. Ageing or Damaged Wiring

Opening your garage door requires a lot of power, so the wires carrying energy to your garage door are essential components. All wires transmitting signals and power to the gate must be securely connected and undamaged. Over time, the coatings that protect wires can wear and break down, leaving the wires vulnerable to damage. When these wires break or fray, your garage door opener can no longer receive power, so nothing will happen when you try to open your garage. Therefore,  check all connections and replace any damaged or broken wires if necessary.

5. Motor or Opener Failure

While many potential problems that could stop a garage door from opening have simple solutions, the issue can be more severe. The motor in your garage door opener is a delicate machine, and it can become damaged enough to need replacement.

While replacing a garage door opener can be stressful, working with an experienced garage door company can make things more manageable. The installation involves electrical equipment and precise alignment, so it’s easy for things to go wrong. However, an expert installation company can leave you with a smoothly operating garage door that works better than before. 

Tips for preventing damage:

•  Wait until the gates are fully open to allow vehicle entry.
•  There should be no foreign objects in the area where the guides move.
•  Always pay attention to any extraneous noise when opening/closing the gate (this may be a sign of a breakdown).
• Regularly lubricate moving parts and promptly call specialists for preventive inspection of gates and automation.
• Keep your gates clean and prevent snow and ice from accumulating on them in winter. 

When it comes to fixing any problems that arise, there’s only one solution: promptly replace the faulty part, whether it’s a damaged wire, a broken spring, or something else. Never attempt to fix the problem yourself, as this can lead to even greater costs down the road. If you need garage door repair, it’s best to contact a professional. 

You can always contact Garage Door Repair Dubai for quality repairs! Our specialists will arrive at your location at a time convenient for you and perform all necessary work.