How long it takes for a garage door opener light to go off depends on the brand and model, but most modern openers are designed to keep the light on for about 3 to 5 minutes after operation and then automatically turn it off to save energy. Chamberlain, LiftMaster, and Craftsman openers made in the last 15 years typically have a light timer of 4 minutes and 30 seconds by default, which starts when the door is activated or the motion sensor in the wall control detects movement. Some Genie models have a timer of 3 to 4 minutes, while older models may stay on for only 2 minutes. Many wall controls have a light button that allows you to turn the light on indefinitely for working in the garage, and then you must press the button again to turn it off, overriding the timer. If your light stays on permanently and never turns off, it could be because the light button on the wall console is stuck in the on position, the motion detection feature is sensing continuous movement from a heater or pet, or the logic board timer has failed. Most openers also have a setting to adjust the light timeout via the wall panel menu. The light bulb itself does not affect the timer, but LED interference can sometimes cause logic board issues.
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