Why Your Garage Door Might Be Opening Randomly

There are a few forms of malfunction that no one ever wants to deal with surrounding their garage door, and some of these involve the door operating outside your control. In particular, what might be the cause of a garage door that opens or closes at random times, rather than when it’s instructed to via its actual opener or remote?

At Price’s Guaranteed Doors, we’re happy to provide garage door repairs and related services for any such issue to clients around Salt Lake City, Provo, Lehi and other major areas of Utah. Here are some of the possible reasons behind random, unexpected openings or closings of your garage door, plus what can be done about them – either on your own or with help from our professionals wherever needed.

Opener Malfunction Issues

One of the more common causes of unexpected and random garage door movement is an issue with the opener itself. This can be due to a corrupted logic board or a broken gear on the device, among other things. It’s often possible to tell when it’s a problem with the opener because you’ll still have full control over the door despite its unexpected movements.

If this is the case, then you’ll likely need to replace the opener or hire a professional to help. Generally speaking, it’s not worth trying to fix an opener yourself as it can be dangerous and complicated work.

Sensor Problems

Another of the most frequent culprits behind random garage door movements is a problem with the sensors. If your door’s sensors are misaligned, then this can cause to pick up signals from other open in the area and that can to unexpected movement of your own door.

To fix this issue, you’ll need to realign the sensors or replace them if they’re beyond repair. Doing this can be a difficult job, so you may need to seek out professional help in order to complete it properly.

Power Source Issues

Another potential cause of garage door movement outside your control is due to issues with its power source such as a tripped circuit breaker or a faulty outlet. It’s unlikely that this is the issue if you’re experiencing random moments, but it’s worth ruling out as a potential cause.

If this is indeed the case, resetting your circuit breaker or replacing your outlet should solve the problem. If that doesn’t work and you’re still having issues, then you’ll need to get in touch with a professional in order to diagnose and repair the issue.

Wiring Problems

In other cases, the cause of random garage door movement can be due to a problem with its wiring. This could be due to any number of issues such as frayed or damaged wires, improper connections, and more. In these cases, it’s best to contact a professional in order to prevent further damage from occurring and ensure that your garage door is operating properly again.

Radiofrequency Interference

In the case of garage doors that utilize remote openers, another potential cause of random movement can be due to interference from other radiofrequency-enabled devices. This is often caused by radios or cell phones that are near the door, and it’s what can cause your own remote to open the door even when you’re not around.

If this is the case, then you should move any such devices away from the door and make sure that your remote opener is working properly. If you’re still having issues, then it might be best to look into replacing the opener or hiring a professional service provider in order to ensure that it’s operating correctly again.

Other Garage Doors Using the Same Channel

Down related lines, it’s also possible that your random garage door movement is caused by another opener in the area that’s using the same channel as yours. This can cause a conflict both devices, leading to unexpected random opening or closing of either door.

In these cases, you’ll need to change the frequency for your own device in order to prevent any further interference. It’s important to note that all openers in the area should be using different frequencies, so you’ll want to make sure any other nearby devices fall into line as well.

Overall, there are a few potential causes of random door movements, and understanding them help you take the necessary steps for resolving these issues. Whether it’s a problem with the opener, sensors, power source, wiring or radiofrequency interference, taking the time to address each of these can prevent your door from operating outside your control.

At Price’s Guaranteed Doors, we can help you troubleshoot and repair any garage door issues you’re having. With our expertise, we’ll be able to quickly diagnose the issue and get your door working properly again in no time! Contact us today for more information about our services for clients around SLC, Provo, Lehi and other parts of Utah.