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Garage Door Safety Rules That Make You Feel Safe

Author: Bastian Muller
by Bastian Muller
Posted: Jun 02, 2015

Undoubtedly, garage door is the massive entry door to home. Many families also like to install overhead door as their primary entrance. A entry door space can be used for a number of purposes, such as storage, workshop, bike shop, or car parking lot. The garage and the door can be a safety hazard if you don’t take things seriously. A non-functioning door can cause lots of problems if you are not careful.

Many homeowners are not aware that the door has several moving parts and it weighs several hundred pounds. According to the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission, garage door-related injuries are a serious issue. About 20,000 people visit the emergency room every year due to such injuries. That is why you need to understand safety that can help your get the best out of the doors and effectively protect you and your family. Below-mentioned are some of the safety rules that you should keep in mind when you come in and go out of the garage.

First of all, keep your garage space totally neat and clean so that it looks organized. Such a perfect space can help you prevent tripping or falling. If you have a concrete floor, make sure you walk on it carefully to avoid painful fall.

  • Keep all flammables out of children's reach. Children are curious and try to reach restricted area so make sure you keep all paints, pesticides, oils, gas, etc., away.
  • Never leave a ladder in an upright position as it could fall when children try to climb on it or it may fall on your family members. Also keep all sharp and pointed objects secured.
  • Always keep kids out of the garage when garage door is being operated as children can easily get trapped under the door. So, let them keep a clear distance from the door.
  • Connect and align safety sensors to make the door more safe and secure. Also check you install only functional safety sensors on your garage door.
  • Always call a qualified, professional, and experienced door specialist for garage door maintenance, tune-ups, and spring replacement.
  • Keep garage door opener remotes and transmitters out of children’s reach.
  • With emergency services for garage door repair in Garden Grove, Orange County, owners can repair or replace the following parts: garage door springs, rollers, cables, hinges, track adjustment & replacement, door weather seals, torsion spring conversions, and garage door openers.

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Author: Bastian Muller

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