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TIPS ON HOW TO
STAY SAFE AT HOME
Did you know that your ga- rage door is typically the biggest moving object in your home? Inspecting your garage door to identify any potential issues can go a long way toward ensuring a safe environment for your family. Garage doors are subject to normal wear and tear, and regular mainte- nance is important to ensure it is operating properly and safely. You could have a hazard on your hands, but the good news is you can make a difference by learning more about how your door works, and what to look for.
That’s why the International Door Association promotes awareness in May as Garage Door Safety Month. Homeowners should be proactive now and learn how to perform basic inspections to identify possible safe- ty issues. The Garage Door Safety Month “Look, Listen, Learn and Re- member” program is designed to do just that.
Homeowners looking to ensure a safe garage door should take the fol- lowing steps:
LOOK
Give your garage door a visual inspection by looking at the garage door, the springs, rollers and the door cables to see if you can find any obvi-
ous signs of damage or even normal wear and tear.
LISTEN
A noisy garage door can mean there is a problem, especially if you haven’t heard anything before. Listen to your door while it’s in operation, without your vehicle running, to hear any scraping or grinding sounds.
LEARN
Garage door and opener manufac- turers provide specific safety instruc- tions and maintenance requirements. Learning about your particular door and opener is an important part of
safety planning. Learning about sim- ple steps you can take to avoid in- jury is also important. For example, keep your fingers away from moving parts, especially from in between door sections that can pinch fingers. Keeping garage door remote con- trols out of the reach of children is another way to keep them safe and keeping the remotes out of sight can also help deter theft. Most important, do not try to repair or service your own door. This is not a DIY project and can be dangerous, so make sure to call a professional.
REMEMBER
If anything seems out of place, remember to call in a trained service professional. Garage door techni- cians are trained to safely work on garage doors and openers.
If anything needs attention, al- ways contact a trained professional garage door service company. For in- formation on how to find a qualified garage door professional near you visit doors.org/garage-door-care/ find-a-qualified-professional.
This article is courtesy of Brandpoint.