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How to Check and Test Your Garage Door Sensors
Dealing with a garage door not closing can be frustrating — and there are several possible causes to consider. One of the first things worth checking is your garage door safety sensors. These small devices are easy to overlook but play a major role in the system’s safe operation. In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to check garage door sensors, test them, fix common problems, and know when it’s time to bring in a pro. Homeowners, property managers, and contractors alike can save time and money by following these steps. And if things still don’t work? Up & Down Garage Doors has your back with expert service.
Published Date: Oct 31, 2025
Why Does the Garage Door Open by Itself: Top Reasons and How to Fix Them
It’s an unsettling experience: you come home to find your garage door wide open when you know you left it closed. A garage door opens on its own for various reasons, and it’s not just strange — it’s a security concern. This issue is often caused by simple electrical or signal mix-ups. The team at Up & Down Garage Doors has seen it all, and in this guide, we’ll help you understand why a garage door opens by itself and how to fix it before it becomes a serious garage security concern.
Published Date: Oct 31, 2025
How to Install a Garage Door Lock for Better Security
Looking to improve your garage door security without spending a fortune? Whether you’re a homeowner or a property manager, learning how to install a garage door lock can help protect your space from break-ins. This quick guide covers the most common lock types, like the garage door T-handle lock and slide lock, and breaks down the installation process in plain, simple steps. And if you’re not sure where to start or just want to double-check your work, Up & Down Garage Doors is here to help.
Published Date: Oct 30, 2025
How to Lubricate Your Garage Door Rollers: A 5-Step Guide
If you’re tired of that noisy garage door screeching open every morning, it might be time to show your rollers some love. Knowing how to lubricate garage door rollers the right way can save you from costly repairs, reduce wear and tear, and help your door glide smoothly. Whether you’re a homeowner or manage commercial properties, this quick guide covers how and when to lube garage door rollers, what to use, and when it might be time to call the pros at Up & Down Garage Doors.
Published Date: Oct 30, 2025
How To Seal Garage Door Gaps: Improve Your Insulation
Noticing a draft or a bit of daylight around your closed garage door? Those small spaces can let in cold air, rain, and unwanted pests. Learning how to seal garage door gaps is a simple way to improve comfort, protect your belongings, and lower energy costs. Whether you’re a homeowner or managing commercial property maintenance, this guide breaks down the best methods to seal gaps at the top, sides, and bottom of the door. With support from trusted professionals like Up & Down Garage Doors, you can seal your garage properly and extend the life of your door system.
Published Date: Oct 29, 2025
How to Reset Garage Door Sensors: Safe DIY Methods
Boxes everywhere, bikes leaned against the wall — you’re mid-garage cleanout when you hit Close. The door starts down, pops back up, and the opener’s status light starts flashing. That’s classic photo-eye behavior: the two little sensors near the floor (one sender, one receiver) lost alignment. Before you touch brackets or start guessing, try a quick garage door sensor reset — a safe power cycle that often clears a momentary glitch on the opener’s logic board. In this guide, Up & Down Garage Doors explains how to reset garage door sensors the right way, what each LED pattern means, and when a simple reboot turns into an alignment or wiring fix.
Published Date: Oct 29, 2025
How To Open a Garage Door Without a Remote: Step-by-Step in an Emergency
If you’ve ever been stuck outside your garage during a power outage or lost your remote at the worst possible time, you’re not alone. Knowing how to open a garage door without a remote is a handy skill for any homeowner or property manager. Whether you’ve lost your garage door remote or are facing a system malfunction, we’ll walk you through safe and effective ways to get inside using the manual garage door release. At Up & Down Garage Doors, we believe peace of mind starts with practical solutions — here’s what you need to know.
Published Date: Oct 24, 2025
How to Remove Dents from a Garage Door: Step-by-Step Guide
Your kid’s bike tips over and the handlebar stamps a pea-sized dimple in the middle of your steel panel. The door still works, but that tiny dent catches your eye every time you pull in. If you’re searching for how to remove dents from a garage door, start with a quick check: note the door material, the size, and whether there’s a paint crease or a dent on a seam or rib. Minor, shallow dents in metal can sometimes be eased out with simple tools, while creases, bowed ribs, or cracked paint call for a professional. This guide from Up & Down Garage Doors shows you how to assess the damage, try safe DIY options on small metal dents, and know exactly when to switch to professional repair or a panel replacement.
Published Date: Oct 24, 2025
How to Adjust Garage Door Cables: Checks & When to Call a Pro
It starts as a routine tune-up — you swapped in new rollers, tightened a few panel hinges, and the door ran fine. Then, at 11:30 p.m., a sharp bang echoes through the garage. Under the opener light, the door sags on the left, and a slack loop hangs from the cable drum. If you’re searching for how to adjust garage door cables, pause right here. Cables work with high-tension torsion or extension springs to lift the door’s full weight, and hands-on cable adjustment isn’t a DIY step. What you can do is simple: keep the door down, cut power to the opener, and perform a quick visual check for a loose garage door cable, frayed strands, or a cable off the drum. This guide from Up & Down Garage Doors covers these safe checks and explains why this job is best left to a professional.
Published Date: Oct 23, 2025