When Your Garage Door Won’t Open, You Need Immediate Help
A garage door that won’t open is more than just a hassle—it’s an emergency. Whether you’re trying to leave for work, get your vehicle out during a storm, or start operations at your commercial facility, a stuck door can leave you stranded, stressed, and vulnerable.
At 313 Garage Doors, we respond fast to garage door opening emergencies, offering 24/7 emergency repair for homes and businesses across Metro Detroit. If your door refuses to open, we’ll find the cause, fix the issue, and restore your access—safely and fast, day or night.
Garage Door Not Opening? Here’s What Might Be Wrong
Garage doors rely on a precise balance of hardware, electronics, and controls. If one part fails, the entire system can stop working—leaving your garage door stuck, unresponsive, or halfway open.
Common Causes We Repair:
Broken Torsion or Extension Springs: The door is too heavy to lift without spring tension.
Snapped Cables: The system becomes unbalanced and unsafe to open.
Opener Motor Failure: The opener clicks or hums but won’t lift the door.
Disengaged Manual Release: The opener isn’t connected to the door.
Power Outage: The opener has no power or backup.
Sensor Obstruction: Safety sensors detect something in the way—even if nothing’s there.
Misaligned Tracks or Rollers: The door binds and won’t lift.
Frozen Mechanism: Cold temperatures can cause parts to seize.
Smart System Errors: WiFi openers may disconnect or fail to respond.
Manual Locks Engaged: Older doors may have slide locks unintentionally activated.
Our experienced technicians are trained to diagnose and resolve any of these issues quickly and on-site.
Residential Garage Door Not Opening – We Help Homeowners Fast
When your home garage door won’t open, it can affect your entire day—or your entire weekend. Whether you’re stuck inside or can’t get your car out of the garage, we’ll respond quickly to help you:
Access your vehicle
Leave your home safely
Retrieve essential items
Restore normal access for your family
Prevent cold weather from causing further damage
We carry the parts, tools, and know-how to open stuck residential garage doors fast, with non-destructive techniques and same-day repairs.
Commercial Garage Door Not Opening – We Keep Your Operations Moving
For businesses, a garage door that won’t open can mean:
Missed deliveries
Blocked loading docks
Halted operations
Security breaches
Inaccessible fleet vehicles
Compliance violations (especially with egress doors)
Our technicians are trained in commercial overhead, sectional, and rolling door systems. We provide:
Manual release or override assistance
Opener diagnostics and resets
High-cycle spring repairs
Smart system troubleshooting
Temporary securement if replacement is required
We understand that time is money—and we don’t waste either.
What to Do If Your Garage Door Won’t Open
Before trying to force the door or disengage the opener yourself, call us first. Attempting to lift or tamper with the door without proper tools or training can:
Cause serious injury
Damage the opener, track, or door
Lead to more costly repairs
Void warranties
Make the system unstable or unsafe
We’ll assess the door, determine the cause, and resolve the problem—without risk to your home, business, or equipment.
How Our Emergency Service Works
We follow a streamlined emergency response process designed to get your door working as quickly and safely as possible.
Step 1: Call Us 24/7
We’re available anytime. Our emergency line connects you with a real technician, not a call center.
Step 2: Priority Dispatch
We route the nearest available service truck to your address—usually within 1–2 hours in Metro Detroit.
Step 3: On-Site Diagnosis
We identify the exact reason your garage door won’t open, and explain what’s needed to fix it.
Step 4: Immediate Repair
We carry replacement springs, cables, sensors, openers, remotes, and more—so we can fix most issues on the first visit.
Step 5: Safety Testing & Reset
We inspect the full system, test door balance and auto-reverse, and restore proper function before we leave.
We Fix All Garage Door Opener Brands and Types
Our technicians are trained and equipped to service:
Residential:
LiftMaster®
Genie®
Chamberlain®
Craftsman®
Linear®
Smart WiFi-enabled systems (MyQ®, Aladdin Connect®, etc.)
Commercial:
Jackshaft operators
High-cycle systems
Chain and belt drives
Rolling steel openers
Fire-rated door motors
Smart access control panels
We’re Local, Fast, and Always Available
Our emergency garage door repair service is available across Metro Detroit, including:
Detroit
Livonia
Novi
Canton
Dearborn
Troy
Warren
Southfield
Farmington Hills
Redford
Madison Heights
Royal Oak
Westland
Sterling Heights
Allen Park
Pontiac
Taylor and surrounding areas
If your door won’t open—we’re already on the way.
Why Choose 313 Garage Doors When Your Door Won’t Open?
True 24/7 Availability – No voicemail games
Residential & Commercial Expertise
Same-Day Response
Fully Stocked Service Trucks
Smart and Traditional Opener Repairs
Transparent Pricing
Certified, Insured, and Local Technicians
Thousands of 5-Star Reviews Across Southeast Michigan
We’re the team that shows up when others don’t—and we do the job right the first time.
FAQs – Garage Door Not Opening
Why won’t my garage door open even though I hear the motor running?
This usually indicates a broken spring or a disconnected drive mechanism. We can fix it fast.
What should I do if I’m locked out because my door won’t open?
Call our emergency line. We’ll provide safe access without damaging the door.
Can you help with opener malfunctions during a power outage?
Yes. We can safely disengage the opener, provide manual access, and restore full function once power is back.
Do you fix garage doors on weekends and holidays?
Absolutely. We offer emergency service 24/7/365—including weekends and holidays.
Do I need a new opener if mine isn’t working?
Not necessarily. Many opener issues are repairable. We’ll assess and let you know your options.
Call Now – We’ll Get Your Garage Door Open Today
If your garage door won’t open, don’t force it and don’t wait until morning. 313 Garage Doors offers 24/7 emergency repair across Metro Detroit—for homes and businesses alike.
📞 Call (313) 000-0000 now or submit your emergency service request online. We’ll restore access, safety, and control in just one visit.