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Repair & Troubleshooting

Why your garage door won't open and what to check first

When a garage door won't open, check the simple causes first: power to the opener, lock mode on the wall control, the remote battery, a manual lock bar and whether the emergency release was pulled. If the opener hums or strains and the door feels very heavy, a broken spring is the likely cause, and that needs a technician.

September 28, 2026 · 12 min read

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