At Anchor Garage Door Company, your safety comes first. We're dedicated to serving Rhode Island with dependable garage door repair and installation services that protect your family and property. Here are key garage door safety tips:
1. Regular Maintenance Checks: Schedule regular maintenance with our technicians to inspect your garage door system. Proper maintenance catches potential issues before they become safety hazards.
2. Test Safety Features: Regularly test your garage door's auto-reverse mechanism and photo-eye sensors. To test auto-reverse, place a 2x4 board in the door's path—it should reverse on contact. Photo-eye sensors should detect obstructions and reverse the closing process.
3. Secure Remote Controls: Keep garage door remotes away from children and potential burglars. Treat wireless keypads like passwords and avoid sharing codes with unauthorized users.
4. Watch the Door in Motion: Keep an eye on your garage door while it operates. Prevent anyone, especially children and pets, from entering or exiting while the door is opening or closing.
5. Avoid DIY Repairs: Garage door repairs are complex and dangerous. DIY attempts risk injury and further damage. Our trained professionals have the expertise and safety equipment to handle repairs safely.
6. Lubricate Moving Parts: Regularly lubricate rollers, hinges, and springs with silicone-based lubricant for smooth, quiet operation.
7. Educate Family Members: Teach your family, especially children, about garage door safety and the risks of playing around or under a moving door.
8. Emergency Release Handle: Familiarize yourself with the emergency release handle on your garage door opener. You can use it to manually operate the door during power outages or malfunctions.
At Anchor Garage Door Company, safety is our priority. Our team is ready to help with repairs, maintenance, and safety questions. Contact us today to ensure your garage door operates safely and reliably.
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