Simple Steps to Stay Safe When Repairing Your Garage Door
When you think of injuries caused by garage doors, what comes to mind? If you’re like most people, you imagine something worse than the reality. The truth is that the vast majority of accidents caused by garage doors are the result of a homeowner attempting to repair their own garage door. Read on to learn when it’s time to call in the pros and how to complete repairs safely.
How serious is the issue of injuries caused by garage doors?
According to statistics, about 20,000 people seek treatment every year for injuries related to their garage door – and that’s just the ones who go to the doctor! The way today’s garage doors are manufactured and designed makes them safer than ever but trying to repair them without the proper tools, experience, and training can lead to injuries.
Consider the advice of the Consumer Products Safety Commission
First, let’s consider what the Consumer Products Safety Commission has to say. They recommend that garage doors are inspected by a garage door repair company on a regular basis to ensure that they’re working the way they should. If you find that your garage door isn’t working as well as it once did, then it’s time to call a professional to take care of it. In short, it’s time to call Dynamic Garage Door at 855-343-3667 for help.
Safety tips to follow if your garage door isn’t working correctly
First and foremost, rest assured that over the years, regular wear and tear from normal garage door use is normal. It’s also true that changes to weather can affect how well a garage door works. For example, ice can slow down a garage door’s opening, which requires more power being used to ensure that the door can open and close correctly.
If this goes on for too long, and too much pressure is used on the door, then the door can eventually succumb and fail. We also recommend that if you’ve had your garage door since before 1982 then you should replace it. Why? Because until 1982, most garage doors didn’t have automatic reverse mechanisms. The absences of this safety equipment can cause serious safety issues.
Don’t attempt to fix garage door springs
One of the most common issues that comes up with garage doors is that the door springs no longer function as they once did. Too often, homeowners assume that this is an easy problem to fix and they try to do so themselves. The truth is that these springs are extremely tightly wound. They are under so much pressure that it can be extremely dangerous to try to repair or replace them without the proper tools and training.
No matter what the issue is with your garage door, you have one company to call: Dynamic Garage Door. With years of experience, a host of custom garage door options, and a friendly, professional staff, we are your one-stop-shop if you’re having issues with your garage door.
