A door that closes normally but refuses to open in the other direction points to something specific blocking one side of the track, not a general wear issue. Here's how to think about it.
Before assuming it's mechanical, confirm the lock is fully disengaged, a partially caught latch can feel exactly like a jammed door. If the lock is clear and it still won't budge, the issue is in the track or roller.
We trace the one-directional jam to its source, whether that's a derailed roller, an obstruction, or a shifted panel, and restore full range of motion in both directions.
The door closes normally but won't open in the other direction, a one-directional jam rather than a general stuck door.
Double-check the lock is fully disengaged before assuming it's mechanical, this is the most commonly missed step.
Forcing a door that's caught on something toward the open side can bend the track or damage the roller further.
Cost: $180-$320.
Time: 45-75 minutes typically.
Repair, tracing the one-directional jam to its source.
A derailed roller toward the closed end of the track is a common culprit, often worsened by sand buildup.
Yes, always check the lock is fully disengaged first, it's an easy thing to overlook.
It's less common than a general stuck door, but the fix is usually just as quick once the jam point is found.
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