Garage Door Goes Up A Foot And Stops

Garage Door Goes Up a Foot and Stops

If your garage door goes up a foot and stops, there are a few possible causes. One possibility is that the safety sensors are misaligned. These sensors are located on either side of the garage door and they use infrared beams to detect if anything is blocking the door's path. If the sensors are misaligned, they may not be able to detect objects properly, which can cause the door to stop moving.

Another possibility is that the door's travel limits are not set correctly. The travel limits tell the door how far to open and close. If the travel limits are not set correctly, the door may stop moving before it reaches its fully open or closed position.

A third possibility is that the door's springs are broken or damaged. The springs help to lift the door open and close. If the springs are broken or damaged, the door may not be able to open or close properly.

Finally, it is also possible that the door's motor is malfunctioning. The motor is responsible for powering the door open and close. If the motor is malfunctioning, the door may not be able to move at all.

If you are experiencing this problem, there are a few things you can do to troubleshoot the issue:

First, check the safety sensors to make sure they are aligned properly. The sensors should be facing each other and there should be no obstructions between them.
Next, check the door's travel limits to make sure they are set correctly. The travel limits can usually be adjusted by turning the screws on the limit switches.
If the safety sensors and travel limits are both set correctly, then the problem may be with the door's springs or motor. To troubleshoot these issues, you will need to contact a qualified garage door repair technician.