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Your garage door is a heavy object and not a toy. It’s equipped with many safety features, but you must ensure they’re fully operational and perform routine maintenance. To help you avoid accidents and keep your family safe, below are some important garage door safety precautions.

Top 3 Garage Door Safety Tips

1. Don’t Let Children Play With the Remote

Small children can become fascinated with automatic garage door openers, which operate your door almost like magic. Although the door has safety features to stop closing if it senses a person or object beneath it, it's best not to take any chances when it comes to children. To prevent accidents, keep the remote out of reach and don't encourage kids to play with it.

2. Test the Sensor

Garage doorsThe door should automatically stop closing if the sensor detects an obstruction in its path. However, sensors can fail or become pointed in the wrong direction. Once a month, test this safety feature to ensure it’s functional. Place a trash can or other object in the path of the door and press the "close" button on the remote. The door should stop moving and rise as soon as it detects the item. If it doesn’t, call a professional to inspect and repair the unit.

3. Check the Springs

The garage door springs support most of the unit’s weight as it moves up and down the track. Inspect the springs while you're testing the obstruction sensor. They should appear compact and free of corrosion. If they look stretched, rusty, or bent out of shape, contact a professional for a closer look. This will ensure the door doesn’t suddenly collapse.

 

For a selection of high-quality residential garage doors, call Walter E. Williams in Easton, CT. They have been serving customers in and around Fairfield County since 1950 and their team has more than 70 years of combined experience. They specialize in garage opener and garage door installation and repairs, including spring replacement. Visit their website to learn more about what they do or call (203) 488-8620 to arrange a consultation. 

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