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If you find yourself in a situation where your automatic garage door opener isn’t working, don’t panic. There are still many ways to open the door manually. In this blog post, we will outline easy steps for how to do that in every possible situation. No Matter the power is out or the opener is broken, we have you covered. Follow these simple instructions and you’ll be able to get your car in or out of the garage in no time!
What you’ll need to manually open the garage door :
– A ladder (if the door is stuck open)
– A friend or family member (to help if the door is heavy)
– Something to prop the door open with (a broom, a piece of wood, etc.)
Types of Garage Doors:
– Up and over door
– Sectional door
– Roller door
– Side-hinged door
How to open your garage door manually:
Up and Over Door:
If you have an up and over garage door, there will be a handle on the inside of the door near the bottom. Simply lift up on this handle to open the door. If the power is out and the door is stuck open, you may need to use a ladder to prop it open.
Sectional Door:
If you have a sectional garage door, there will be a handle on the inside of the door near the bottom. Simply lift up on this handle to release the door from the tracks. If Once it is released, you can pull the door open manually. If the power is out and the door is stuck open, you may need to use a ladder to prop it open.
Roller Door:
If you have a roller garage door, there will be a handle on the inside of the door near the bottom. Simply lift up on this handle to release the door from the tracks. If the power is out and the door is stuck open, you may need to use a ladder to prop it open.
Side Hinged Door:
If you have a side-hinged garage door, there will be a handle on the inside of the door near the top. Simply lift up on this handle to open the door. If the power is out and the door is stuck open, you may need to use a ladder to prop it open.
You can easily do it yourself but if still unable to do then let it be on to garage door experts.
Garage door troubleshooting tips:
– If the door is stuck closed and you can’t open it, check to see if the emergency release cord is engaged. This cord is usually red and located near the top of the door. If it is engaged, simply pull on it to release the door from the opener.
– If the power is out and your garage door opener doesn’t have a battery backup, you can try disconnecting the opener from the garage door. This will allow you to open the door manually.
– If none of these tips work, please call a professional for assistance. They will be able to help you troubleshoot the issue and get your door working properly again.
We hope you found these instructions helpful! Remember, if you ever find yourself in a situation where your automatic garage door opener isn’t working, you can always open the door manually. Just follow these simple steps and you’ll be able to get your car in or out of the garage in no time!
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We offer a range of services to keep your garage door working properly, including garage door repair, replacement, and installation. We also offer 24/hour emergency service for when you need us most. Give us a call today! Our friendly staff is always happy to help.
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