Your garage door has worked faultlessly for a decade or more, and you've rarely had to give it any thought. However, it now seems to be stuck in the open position, and you don't feel safe leaving home with it open—who knows who could drive by and take off with your bikes, tools, or other items?

MP Garage Doors, the premier garage door company in Dothan, AL, explains what to check when your garage door won't shut. Since 1986, they have been selling the finest residential and commercial overhead doors, offering top-notch installation and repair service, with a commitment to customer satisfaction that is unmatched in the Southeast Alabama Tri-state area.

Before you call for garage door service, below are some steps to take if your garage door won't close or appears to be stuck in the open position:

• Check The Remote: It sounds silly, but your garage door opener may be operating perfectly; your remote might just need batteries. If you have a hardwired switch inside your garage, press it and see if the door closes. If it does, add new batteries to the remote. If it remains open after pressing the hard wired switch, try the next suggestion.
• Check For Blockage: Make sure nothing is blocking your garage door's ability to close. A broom handle or snow shovel lodged in the garage door tracks can cause it to stick.
• Check Tracks For Bends: Next, check the rails on which the door travels for bends or pinching. If the tracks are not straight, your door may not be able to roll past the bent section.
• Call For Garage Door Service: If the problem is not one of the common ones listed above, consider calling a garage door company to identify the cause. It may be a faulty motor or broken spring, which you would probably not be able to repair without the proper tools and know-how.

MP Garage Doors, the leading garage door service and repair experts in Dothan, AL, have 30 years of industry experience and the expertise to diagnose the problem and get you on your way as soon as possible. Visit the website to learn more, or call (334) 793-2089 to speak to a courteous professional about your garage door problem.