If you have tried to open or close your garage door with the remote and it won’t work, there are a few things you can try to fix it. The team here at Neighborhood Garage Door Service of Phoenix, AZ has put together a short guide to help you.
Here are a few of the things you can try:
Replace the Batteries in the Remote
If you can use the button on the wall to operate your door, then the batteries in the remote could be dead. Many remotes take 9-volt batteries. Swap out the old one for a new battery and then test to see if the remote will open the door.
Check to See if The Opener is Plugged In
Your opener plugs into an outlet that is located on the ceiling above the tracks. It is possible that it could become unplugged if something hits it or it becomes loose from the vibrations of the tracks. You should be able to see if it is unplugged while standing on the ground. If it is, you’ll need a ladder to get it back in.
Unplug The Opener and Remove the Batteries
You may need to reset your opener after you have changed the batteries on your remote. To do this, you can unplug the opener and take the batteries out of the device. Let it sit for about 30 seconds. Plug the opener back in and put the batteries back in the remote. Try the door again to see if it makes a difference.
Re-program The Remote
If you have replaced the batteries and unplugged the opener, but it still won’t work, you may need to re-program the remote. To do this, you will need to locate the “learn” button on your opener. This is usually located on the back or side of your opener. You may need to release the light cover to expose the remote.
You may have a red/orange, yellow, green, or purple button. The color will determine what you need to do to re-program your remote. Use your owner’s manual to locate the specific instruction for your model.
See if the Circuit Breaker is Tripped
If you try the button on the wall and your remote and neither will work, you may have a tripped breaker. Go to your breaker box and see if any of the switches have moved over to the right. If so, move it back to the left position. Try your remote again.
You may need to unplug the opener and take the batteries out of the remote to get it to reset if you trip a breaker. Or, you may need to re-program the remote if it still isn’t working.
Call Us Today For Garage Door Repair
After you have tried these different steps, call the team here at Neighborhood Garage Door Service of Phoenix, AZ. We can send one of our qualified technicians over to your home ASAP for garage door repair. They will come out at night and on the weekends no matter what time of the day. We are always open to help you.
