Garage
doors are large openings that are found in almost every home. They are
designed to offer protection to a vehicle, garage, home and family.
Though these doors are meant to offer security, they can cause injuries
and even deaths. The reason behind this is their large size, heavyweight
and complex mechanism.
A
residential garage door can be blamed for causing approximately 30,000
injuries in a year. Therefore, one needs to take utmost attention and
precautions while working with an overhead door. Its advised not to opt
for DIY repairs, instead call garage door experts to get your
damaged door repaired professionally.
Some of the precautions that can help in avoiding injuries are:
1. Keep Your Remote At A Safe Place
If
your are having kids or pet at home, don’t risk their safety by leaving
the garage door remote anywhere. Store it at a higher spot that is most
possibly out of reach of children. Moreover, placing the door remote
inside the garage or car can increase the risk of thefts. Ask your
overhead door technicians to connect the door operation with your
mobile, so that the need of having a remote gets eliminated.
2. Inform Kids About Garage Safety
It's
your responsibility to let your kids know about the potential dangers
of playing with or around the garage. Tell them not to press any of the
remote button, in case they grab it from where you have kept. Remind
them daily to play away from the garage and to wait until the door is
completely opened or closed.
3. Inspect Your System Regularly
To
avoid any accidents and to ensure that an overhead door is working
properly, its advised to inspect and check its elements regularly.
Ignoring the repair signs is the only reason that promotes the risk of
injuries. If you notice that any of the door element is damaged or
cracked, get it repaired by professional technicians.
4. Keep It Clean
A
cluttered garage can lead to falling accidents. To ensure your family's
safety, maintain and clean out your garage every weekend. Install a
light and place all the tools and equipments alongside the corners that
are opposite to the door installation.
Are
you really concerned about your family's safety? If yes, service your
door regularly so as to minimize the risks of accidents. Airdrie Garage
Doors is a local overhead door company that offers
comprehensive range of garage door repair, maintenance, installation and
replacement services at competitive prices.
