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Is your garage door remote acting up—only working every few presses or randomly throughout the day? It’s a common issue, and while it’s frustrating, it’s often simple to fix.
In this guide, we’ll cover:
Whether you live in Calgary or the surrounding area, this guide is your go-to solution for garage door opener problems.
Here are the most common culprits behind inconsistent remote performance:
The most obvious—and most overlooked—issue. If your batteries are low, the remote may send a weak signal that doesn’t always reach the opener.
✅ Fix: Replace the batteries with fresh ones (typically CR2032 or A23 depending on the model).
Wi-Fi routers, LED lighting, or even nearby devices can cause signal interference—especially in dense neighborhoods.
✅ Fix: Try turning off nearby electronics one by one. If the problem disappears, interference is the issue. Upgrading to a rolling code remote may help.
If dirt, corrosion, or wear builds up inside the remote, the signal might cut out.
✅ Fix: Gently open the remote and clean the battery contacts with a dry cloth or pencil eraser. If the remote still fails, replacement may be needed.
Sometimes the remote loses its connection to the opener due to power outages or glitches.
✅ Fix: Reprogram the remote using your opener’s "Learn" button. Refer to your garage door opener’s manual.
Your opener has a small wire antenna that receives the remote’s signal. If it's bent, dirty, or blocked, reception will suffer.
✅ Fix: Ensure the antenna is straight, clean, and unobstructed.
The opener’s internal circuit board (logic board) could be failing. This often causes sporadic operation from all remotes.
⚠️ Fix: Logic board replacement is not DIY-friendly—contact a qualified garage door repair service in Calgary.
Severe cold, heat, or humidity can temporarily affect remote and opener functionality—especially in uninsulated garages.
✅ Fix: If the remote only works under certain temperatures, consider insulated garage doors or relocating your opener slightly away from affected zones.
When your garage door system fails, it’s more than a hassle—it’s a security risk. That’s why Calgary trusts C Town Doors for:
We handle everything from garage door spring repairs to complete garage door installations. If your remote is misbehaving, we’ll get it fixed—fast.
Tired of dealing with remote issues? Consider upgrading to a Wi-Fi enabled smart garage door opener. These modern systems let you:
Ask us about affordable opener upgrades today.
If your garage door remote only works sometimes, it's a sign something needs attention. From dead batteries to signal issues to faulty logic boards, catching the problem early can save time, money, and frustration.
Contact C Town Doors for fast, reliable garage door service in Calgary. We’ll inspect your system and get everything working seamlessly again.
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Awesome company. Fast and decent pricing and the phone person and Jesse the tech was friendly. This is the second time I’ve used them and the last time they came on a Saturday and replaced my broken springs quickly as my cars were stuck inside and we needed to get out.
Dean P.
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With an emergency service late night call to repair our garage door, Mr. Gal responded to our phone call immediately and was at our country house on time as promised. His work was excellent and professional. I recommend C Town Doors.
Bernard F.
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Highly recommend this company. We replaced everything, our garage door, rails, weather stripping, and motor with them. Everyone we talked to or did work at our house were professional and efficient, most importantly highly skilled.
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