Top Reasons and Fixes from Harry Jr’s Garage Doors in Calaveras County
Is your garage door refusing to budge? You’re not alone—“Why won’t my garage door open?” is one of the most common questions. Here in Calaveras and Amador County, homeowners rely on their garage doors daily, so when something goes wrong, it’s more than just an inconvenience.
At Harry Jr’s Garage Doors, we’ve seen it all. Below, we break down the most common reasons your garage door won’t open—and what you can do about it.
🔋 1. Dead Remote Batteries
The simplest issue is often the most overlooked. If your remote doesn’t respond, try replacing the batteries. If that doesn’t work, try the wall switch and make sure the “lock” button wasn’t pressed, to rule out the opener itself.
🧰 2. Broken Springs
Garage door springs—especially torsion springs—do the heavy lifting. When they break, your opener may hum or struggle but won’t lift the door. Warning: Don’t try to replace these yourself! They’re under high tension and can be dangerous without the right tools and training.
➡️ Pro Tip from Harry’s: If you hear a loud bang from your garage, it might be a broken spring.
👁️ 3. Misaligned Safety Sensors
If your door starts to close but then reverses, your safety sensors may be blocked, dirty, or misaligned. These sensors prevent injury or damage, but even a spiderweb can throw them off!
How to fix it:
- Gently clean the lenses
- Make sure both lights are glowing steadily one green light, one amber color light
- Re-align them if needed
🔌 4. Power Disconnection
Sometimes, it’s as simple as the opener being unplugged or a tripped breaker. Make sure your garage has power and check the outlet and fuse box.
🧱 5. Track or Cable Issues
Bent tracks, broken cables, or obstructions can prevent your garage door from moving. If the door looks crooked or stuck at an angle, call a professional immediately.
🚗 Still Stuck? Call Your Dickson County Garage Door Experts
If you’ve tried these steps and your garage door still won’t open, don’t worry—Harry Jr’s Garage Doors is here to help. We’ve proudly served Amador, Calaveras and Tuolumne County homeowners for years with fast, affordable, and expert garage door service.
✅ Emergency repairs
✅ Same-day appointments available
📞 Call Harry Jr’s Garage Doors today at 209-772-4187
Let us get your garage door back on track—safely and quickly.