Start by replacing the batteries in your remote.
Garage door opener belt broke.
It s super easy to.
Most chain drive openers suggest you tighten the chain so there s about 1 4 in.
If you re looking for an easy diy then this might be for you.
The most common cause of a chain being loose and appearing broken is a broken gear and sprocket.
This can be easily replaced by a garage door service technician.
Sometimes it s just a matter of changing the batteries in your remote or fixing a fuse in the fuse box.
Step 1 turn off the power.
Check the chain tension.
If the garage door doesn t budge at all it s probably a power issue.
If you need to replace the belt in your belt drive garage door opener you might be surprised by how simple the task is.
The gear and sprocket assembly is inside the cover of the garage door opener motor.
Over tightening the chain will put excess wear and tear on the shaft and gears.
Of slack from the rail to the chain check your manual.
You may have a chamberlain liftmaster garage door opener with a broken belt.