A garage door usually won’t open because of a broken torsion spring, a power or remote problem, or an engaged manual-release cord. If you heard a loud bang recently, suspect a snapped spring — don’t force the door. If the opener is silent, start with power and the remote battery.
The Most Common Causes
- Broken spring: the most common cause; the door becomes far too heavy for the opener to lift.
- No power: unplugged opener, tripped breaker, or a power outage.
- Dead remote/keypad battery or a remote that needs re-programming.
- Manual release engaged: the red cord was pulled, disconnecting the door from the opener.
- Worn opener gear or motor that runs but won’t lift.
- Door locked — some doors have a manual lock that’s been thrown.
Quick Things to Check
- Listen: does the opener hum or do nothing? Humming with no movement points to a spring or gear; silence points to power or the remote.
- Check the breaker and that the opener is plugged in.
- Swap the remote battery and test the wall button.
- Look at the springs above the door for a visible gap (a break) — if you see one, stop and call a pro.
A Safety Note
Never force a door that won’t open — a broken spring makes it dangerously heavy and unstable. Spring and cable work is high-tension and pro-only. If your car is trapped inside, tell our dispatcher; we prioritize those.
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