What to Do When Your Garage Door Remote Control Stops Working

Thanks to technology, most of us are fortunate enough to have access to devices that make our daily lives a lot easier. Amongst these helpful gadgets is your garage door remote control. Without it, you’d be forced to leave your vehicle and use physical strength to lift up the garage door every time you wanted to enter or exit the garage. This nifty piece of device functions as a radio transmitter that sends a code to a receiver. The receiver is also a radio transmitter in the garage door opener.

The transmitters can communicate with each other because they have the same low frequency. It’s safe to say that this little gadget provides tremendous convenience. As such, once your garage remote control stops working, it can become a nuisance in your life. You would appreciate the importance of this little device after experiencing situations in which your garage door refuses to open, despite the repetitive clicking of your remote control.

So, what do you need to do when your garage door remote control starts to malfunction? Here are some tips you can follow:

Try Replacing the Batteries

One of the most common reasons why a garage remote control stops working is due to dead batteries. Once you’ve opened up your remote control’s battery compartment, check the battery contacts. If they look dirty, worn-out, or wet, then it is likely that they’re causing the issue. You may need to clean and dry the battery contacts before placing them back in. If you’ve done this and the remote control is still not working, we’d recommend replacing the batteries or remote altogether.

Inspect the Receiver

After checking the batteries of the garage door remote control, try inspecting the receiver. You should ensure that nothing is interfering with your receiver. It is possible that something is blocking the transmitter—from debris to cobwebs. So, it’s important that you clear the path to improve the signal between the receiver and the remote. Whilst you’re checking the receiver, you can also inspect the antenna (if you have one). The antenna often hangs straight down. By making a simple adjustment—such as moving the antenna to the side—you may be able to resolve the issue.

Reprogram the Garage Remote Control

In some cases, you’ll need to reprogram a garage door remote control to get it to work correctly. You can consult the user manual or visit the manufacturer’s website to find detailed instructions on how to reprogram the remote. Typically, you can call the team at PGDS and we can guide you through coding your remote back into your garage door motor as most garage door brands are different.

Replace Your Garage Door Remote Control

If you’ve tried the solutions we’ve provided in this post and none of them have worked, then it may be high time you look to replace your garage door remote control. Of course, you need to find a trusted supplier who can give you the right device that is compatible with your opener. If you are unsure on how to do this, you can contact Professional Garage Door Services. We can provide you with the assistance you need to acquire the suitable remote replacement.

Avoid the unnecessary downtime caused by a malfunctioning garage door remote control. Call Professional Garage Door Services now to get a replacement!