Automated garage doors are supposed to make life easier for homeowners, and they do. That is, until they stop working. One common problem homeowners run into with their garages is the door won't close for some unknown reason. Here are two things that could be causing the problem and how to fix them.
The Photo Eyes are Dirty or Misaligned
To prevent injuries or property damage caused by having the garage door close at an inopportune time, many modern garage doors use light beams to detect when something may be present in the door.
Even if your garage is not heated like the rest of the house, you probably prefer that it stay a somewhat comfortable temperature. Unfortunately for many homeowners, their garage will be freezing cold in the winter and always hot in the summer. This problem is most often associated with problems surrounding the garage door, but there are all kinds of other things that a homeowner will blame. If you have a similar problem, it is wise to start your search for the problem at the garage door.
