Garage Door Safety Systems

While, there are reported cases of injuries and near-death experiences about garage door operations, all these were rectified when Consumer Product Safety Commission (in 1993) passed a decree that requires all homeowners an external entrapment protection system. This device will help “reverse” the garage door before it can hit any object or person that is detected by the sensor placed under it. Additionally, CPSC also suggests upgrading the system on a regular basis especially if your garage doors lives more than a decade.

Next to entrapment protection system is the periodic maintenance and repairs of garage doors and garage door openers. This could be best done by hiring technicians from Garage Doors companies. Be sure to contract only on reputable companies like Phoenix AZ Garage Door, as they – for sure – follow the strict standards and guidelines required by Consumer Product Safety Commission. Furthermore, the National Safety Council promulgates safety garage door guidance for kids and young children. The NSC advised homeowners, especially parents, to educate the child and instruct kids to avoid playing games involving garage doors and remote controls. All controls should also be placed out of the reach of children – that is, at least 5 feet from the floor.

Basic maintenance procedures of garage doors are regular check-ups, cleaning and lubrication. It is highly recommended to clean the hardware parts of your garage door to keep them in good operation. Lubrication, on the other hand, is important to keep them run smoothly. Only put lube in moderation; anything is excess creates a build-up. In other words, do not over grease your garage hardware and only use light oil! Of course, never put lubricate on the plastic parts.  Furthermore, if you heard about WD 40, avoid it! It is a solvent and will dry out causing more friction and attracts more dirt. Rather, use a silicone spray. The thicker the spray, the better. Apply silicone spray twice a year.