Automatic garage doors are one of the heaviest moving objects in the home. They are also the cause of many injuries each year. Its beneficial, then, to make sure they are properly maintained and safe to use. While its best to leave the repairs of these types of doors to a professional, what are some things that you as the homeowner can do to check their condition?
Become familiar with the way these doors function. They usually have a spring-supported mechanism with a switch mounted on the wall to operate them, or a remote-controlled device. There are a lot of moving parts when it comes to automatic garage doors, so it stands to reason that regular maintenance is required.
A first simple step when it comes to checking these doors is to make sure all the appropriate safety warnings and labels are clearly visible. Anyone living in the home should also be aware of the location of the manual release handle.
Do a detailed check of both the garage door and the surrounding framework. Look for signs of wear and tear. If you are not sure whether the doors need work, contact the company responsible for their installation to determine if work needs to be done.
Its easy to overlook safety with automatic garage doors, but one important step is to not let anyone walk under them while they are in motion. Children need to be especially aware of the dangers of this. They also should be taught to understand that any strings, pulleys or anything to do with the doors mechanism are not for playing with.
While these are a few very basic steps towards garage door maintenance, they are important steps. We want you all to stay as safe as possible in your own homes.
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