How To Open Garage Door With No Power

When the power goes out, so does your garage door opener. But don't worry, there are a few ways to open your garage door manually.

The first step is to find the manual release cord. This cord is usually located near the center of the garage door, about 6 feet off the ground. Pull the cord down to release the door from the opener.

Once the door is released, you can lift it manually. Be careful not to lift the door too quickly, as it could fall and cause damage.

If you don't have a manual release cord, you can try to open the door using a screwdriver. Insert the screwdriver into the small hole located at the bottom of the garage door opener. Turn the screwdriver clockwise to release the door from the opener.

Once the door is released, you can lift it manually. Be careful not to lift the door too quickly, as it could fall and cause damage.

If you're having trouble opening the door manually, you can try using a ladder. Place the ladder against the garage door and climb up to the top. Reach over and pull the door open.

Once the door is open, you can secure it by placing a wedge or a piece of wood under the door.

Here are some additional tips for opening a garage door with no power:

If you have a battery backup for your garage door opener, be sure to install it before the power goes out.
If you don't have a battery backup, you can purchase a manual release kit from a hardware store.
If you're not comfortable opening the door manually, you can call a locksmith or a garage door repair company.