Garage Door Opener Not Working After a Thunderstorm? ⛈

Have you ever lost power in a thunderstorm, and after regaining power your garage door opener doesn't work? The fix might be simpler than you think!

Check Your Garage Door Opener's Power Source 🔌

After a thunderstorm, power surges and outages can affect your garage door opener in several ways. Before assuming you need repairs, try these simple troubleshooting steps:

For GFCI Outlets:

If your automatic garage door opener is plugged into a GFCI outlet, your outlet may need to be reset after a storm. Simply press the "reset" button firmly, and then try running your garage door opener again. GFCI outlets often trip during power fluctuations to prevent electrical damage.

For Standard Outlets:

If that doesn't work, or if you have a regular (non-GFCI) electrical outlet, find your breaker box and check for breakers that have flipped.

You can switch them back into the engaged position and restore lost power to your garage.

Storm-Damaged Garage Door Openers

If your garage door opener has power, but is no longer working, your garage door opener circuit board may have been fried by a lightning bolt, and you may need a new circuit board, or a new garage door opener. Lightning-induced power surges are one of the most common causes of garage door opener failure during storm season in DFW.

Protecting Your Opener From Future Storm Damage

• Install a surge protector between your opener and power outlet

• Consider unplugging your garage door opener during severe electrical storms

• Invest in a battery backup for your garage door opener

When to Call a Professional 🦸‍♂️

If you've checked your power sources and your garage door opener still won't function after a storm, it's time to call in the experts. If you prefer not to mess with diagnoses, please give us a call at 469-261-9563 and we would be happy to assist you.

Remember, electrical issues can be complicated and potentially dangerous. Our technicians are experienced in diagnosing and repairing storm-damaged garage door openers quickly and safely.

Hope this helps!