Garage Door Safety Inspection Long Island
Garage Door Safety Inspection with H&O Garage Door Long Island
At H&O Garage Door Long Island, we understand that a garage door is not just a functional feature of your home; it’s a crucial component that ensures the safety and security of your family and belongings. Regular safety inspections are vital to maintain your garage door’s functionality and prevent potential hazards. Here’s why a safety inspection should be on your seasonal to-do list.
Why Safety Inspections Matter
Garage doors can be heavy and complicated systems that, if not properly maintained, pose significant risks. A malfunctioning garage door can lead to injuries or property damage. A thorough safety inspection helps identify potential issues before they become serious problems, ensuring your garage door operates safely and efficiently.
What We Inspect
At H&O Garage Door, our safety inspections cover several key components:
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Balance Check: We ensure that your garage door is balanced. An unbalanced door can strain the opener and lead to premature wear or failure.
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Springs and Cables: These components are under high tension and can be dangerous if they fail. We inspect for signs of wear or damage, ensuring they are functioning properly.
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Sensors and Safety Features: Modern garage doors come equipped with safety sensors designed to prevent accidents. We check these sensors to ensure they are properly aligned and functioning correctly.
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Tracks and Rollers: We inspect the tracks for debris and ensure that rollers are in good condition. Any obstructions or wear can cause the door to jam or become misaligned.
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Opener Functionality: We test the garage door opener to confirm it responds correctly to controls and opens and closes smoothly.
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Weather Stripping: Proper sealing is important for energy efficiency. We check the weather stripping for wear and ensure it keeps out the elements.
The Benefits of Regular Inspections
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Increased Longevity: Regular inspections help prolong the lifespan of your garage door system, saving you money on repairs and replacements in the long run.
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Enhanced Safety: By identifying and fixing issues early, you reduce the risk of accidents or injuries caused by a malfunctioning door.
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Peace of Mind: Knowing that your garage door is in good condition allows you to rest easy, confident that your home and loved ones are safe.
Schedule Your Inspection Today!
Don’t wait until something goes wrong. At H&O Garage Door Long Island, we are committed to providing thorough safety inspections and exceptional service. Our trained technicians have the expertise to identify potential issues and offer solutions tailored to your needs.
Contact us today to schedule your garage door safety inspection and ensure the safety and functionality of your garage door for years to come!
Stay safe and secure with H&O Garage Door Long Island—your trusted partner in garage door maintenance!
The garage space can have many uses including storage, workshop, bike shop, you name it. But the garage and the garage door can also be quite the safety hazard if you are not careful.
Your garage door is the largest entry door to your home and for many families today it is the primary entrance. Did you know that your garage door weighs several hundred pounds and has many moving parts? The U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission reports that each year since 1990 an average of 10,000 people visit the emergency room each year for garage door related injuries. Understanding garage safety can help protect you and your family. Below you will find a list of safety rules you can discuss with your family and even post in your garage to help everyone remember.
- Keep your garage space neat and organized. A neat and organized garage can prevent tripping or falling. The concrete garage floor can be very painful and damaging in a fall.
- Clearly mark all poisons and flammables and place out of a child’s reach. Children can be very curious, make sure that all paints, pesticides, oils, gas, etc., are clearly marked and in a place where they cannot be reached by a child or spilled by accident.
- Make sure tools and ladders are properly stowed. A ladder should never be left in an upright position. Fold the ladder and hang or place along the side wall of your garage so that it won’t fall on anyone, children will not be enticed to climb on it, and it will not cause someone to fall. Also, make sure all sharp and pointed objects are carefully secured out of reach.
- A garage door is not a toy. While many children find it fun to run beneath the door while in motion, this is very unsafe and children can easily become trapped under the door. Let your family know that they must keep a clear distance from the garage door while it is in motion.
- Check your garage door for the safety “electric eyes” or sensors. If your garage door is older, or if it has not been properly maintained or installed, you may not have functional safety sensors on your garage door. These are located near the bottom, left and right sides, of the garage door and should be approximately 4-6 inches from the garage floor. The safety sensors should be properly connected and aligned.
- Call H & O Garage Door Services for garage door maintenance, tune-ups, and any garage door repair. Garage Doors that are not properly maintained can be not only a nuisance but also a safety hazard. The torsion springs (located at the top center of the garage door) are under extreme pressure and can cause severe injury if they should snap. A broken spring can also cause the sudden fall of a garage door. If your garage door spring breaks call a trained H&O Garage Door Services for spring replacement.
- Keep garage door opener remotes and transmitters out of children’s reach. Make sure that no one is near, or touching, the garage door while it is in motion and never put your door down when not in site without additional safety features or precautions. Aside from the size and weight of the garage door crushing a person, there are also many hinges and folds in a garage door, of which hands and fingers are often the subject of injuries.
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