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Discount Door Service Explains How to Repair a Garage Door that Goes Back Up

Tucson, Arizona -

Discount Door Service, a garage door services company based in Tucson, AZ, has recently released a blog post that explains what to do if a garage door refuses to stay closed and keeps going back up. This is one of the most frustrating issues that people may encounter with a garage door. Instead of staying closed, once it reaches the bottom or near the bottom, it suddenly reverses direction and opens again. Luckily, the most typical reason for this is easy to troubleshoot and possibly fix, without having to hire a professional garage door repair service. However, there are times when the problem may be more complex and may require the services of a professional.

A possible reason for the garage door not remaining closed is the safety measure included in modern garage doors that prevents the automatic garage doors from closing on top of a person or something with the use of photoelectric sensors. When the garage door is open, there is an invisible beam of light between the photoelectric sensors and if this is interrupted, the garage door won’t close. Thus, if something is wrong with this, such as dirty lenses that prevent the light beam from being received at the other side, the door will not close. These sensors also need to be aligned properly and unfortunately; the sensors can easily get bumped out of alignment. Anything that prevents the infrared beam from connecting with the other sensor will signal the garage door to return to the open position. If that is the problem, this can easily be fixed by ensuring that the two sensors are aligned and that there is nothing blocking them.

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However, if the sensors are properly aligned and there is nothing in their way, the problem can be more complicated. There may be a need to adjust the limit switch or replace the logic board. The limit switch is used to indicate where the garage door should stop. If the door has reached the bottom but it seems that there is something in the way, the safety mechanism will be activated and the door will open again. The limit switch can be adjusted using a flathead screwdriver if it has not been set correctly. Meanwhile, the travel module controls how far the garage door will travel up or down. Thus, it may also be a good idea to ensure that the travel module is not worn out. It may be necessary to replace the travel module to allow the door to work properly.

It is also important to note that the automatic garage door has a logic board that is responsible for controlling the motor that moves the garage door up and down. Over time, the logic board can get damaged and fail, which results in the malfunctioning of the garage door. Replacing the logic board may be a DIY task but it is advisable to get the services of a professional garage door service company to do the job to ensure that the new logic board is properly installed. An automatic garage door has many dozens of moving parts that move a heavy door weighing several hundred pounds. Trying to do the repair may result in a lot of wasted time and money, not to mention potential serious bodily injuries.

Established in 1999, Discount Door Service has developed the reputation of being a top garage door repair company in Tucson. Melissa MacMeans, who is the owner of Discount Door Service, has over 20 years of experience in the garage door industry. As a family-owned business, they fully comprehend the importance of serving the needs of families. They can provide all kinds of garage door services, from broken springs to problems with the garage door opener. They have expertise in the installation of brand new overhead doors and they work with leading manufacturers in the industry, including LiftMaster, Amarr, and Wayne Dalton.

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People who are interested in garage door services in Tucson can visit the Discount Door Service website, call them on the phone, or contact them via email.

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For more information about Discount Door Service, contact the company here:

Discount Door Service
Melissa MacMeans
(520) 579-9084
contact@discountdoorservice.com
1330 W Morning View Dr
Tucson, AZ 85704

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