Why Your Garage Door Won’t Close — 5 Common Issues Los Angeles Homeowners Face

If your garage door won’t close, you’re not alone. At Green Home Garage Door and Gate Repair, we help homeowners across Los Angeles fix this frustrating issue every day. Whether you’re in Studio City, Glendale, or Santa Clarita, here are the top five reasons your garage door may refuse to close — and what you can do about it.


1. Blocked or Misaligned Sensors

Garage doors rely on safety sensors to prevent accidents. If they’re dirty, blocked, or out of alignment, the door may stop halfway or reverse suddenly.

Quick Fix:
Clean the sensors and check if the indicator lights are steady. If they blink, they may need realignment.


2. Broken Garage Door Springs

Torsion or extension springs help lift and lower your door smoothly. If a spring breaks, the door may get stuck or become uneven.

Warning:
Never try to fix a broken spring yourself — it’s dangerous. Call our Los Angeles garage door repair team for same-day service.


3. Obstruction in the Track

Debris like pebbles, tools, or even a broom can block the track, stopping the door from closing properly.

Tip:
Check both tracks and clean them out. If the problem continues, the track may be bent and need professional repair.


4. Garage Door Opener Malfunction

If your garage door opener is flashing or beeping, the problem might be electrical. Power surges, damaged wiring, or fried circuit boards can all cause it.

Solution:
We offer fast garage door opener repair in Los Angeles — just call us and we’ll diagnose it on the spot.


5. Remote or Wall Button Failure

Sometimes, it’s not the door — it’s the button or remote. If the batteries are fine and the opener still doesn’t respond, the circuit may be shot.

Pro Tip:
Try the wall button and remote separately to rule out the issue.


🚪 Need Help Fast?

At Green Home Garage Door and Gate Repair, we offer 24/7 emergency garage door repair in Los Angeles. Our experienced techs arrive within an hour — fully equipped to fix sensors, springs, openers, and more.

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