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Garage Doors Can Become Dangerous

09/12/2013 Back To Blog


A knife can be useful in a million ways but it can also cause severe injuries. You can cut bread, but you may also cut your hand and it is noticed that most objects in every house have their good and bad sides. Garage entrances provide safety, convenience and good insulation but don't forget that they are heavy objects that can be very dangerous if some rules regarding their service and security are not followed. This is the reason that despite the recent improvements of their manufacturing, they still cause many accidents all over the country.Garage Doors Can Become Dangerous

Choose quality garage door parts

It is important to remember that garage entry openers play a determinant role to your safety and that's why you should choose the best brands and add as many features you can afford. It is obvious that old doors must be replaced immediately because the reverse mechanism is absolutely necessary for your safety but there are also other accessories that can enhance your protection from injuries and accidents.
When you order garage entry replacement components, you must make sure they are of high quality even if you have to pay more money. Cheap ones will be damaged quicker and may not fit properly in the mechanism. Besides, large corporations give warranties and you can be sure of their quality and durability. 

Maintain the garage door often:

• Read the maintenance instructions in the manual carefully and don't forget the importance of the service twice every year.
• When manufacturers suggest replacement at a specified time, they mean it. They don't just saying that in order to sell but in order to protect you. You must replace all parts on time, especially garage spirals, which can become very dangerous when they get old.
• You should test the sensors often and if you detect serious problems, you must proceed with garage entry beams changing at once.
• Protect your children from the mechanism and don't let them play around it or with the remote clickers.
• Don't do any garage door mending without protecting your hands and face and remember to unplug the electric devices.
• Even if every part works fine, you should avoid standing under the door. Be cautious is important and wise.

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