Old garage doors can be very dangerous if not handled the right way. They are heavy and can come crashing down quickly if not properly maintained. Most newer garage doors have built-in safety features to keep you and your family safe. Here’s a look at a few things to consider when it comes to garage door safety for your family.

Talk to Kids About the Dangers

Garage doors are very heavy and can cause serious injury if not treated with care. Kids should not play underneath garage doors, reducing the risk of injury. Talk with your kids about how garage doors can fall down and cause serious injury. The more they understand, the more likely they will respect the equipment and choose to play somewhere else.

Don’t Leave the Remote Out

Garage door remotes look like fun toys. When a child discovers how enjoyable it is to push the button on the remote, they can cause an accident or break the garage door. It is important to store garage remotes out of the reach of children. Moving pieces of a garage door can pinch or break little fingers. Once children understand the dangers, they are less likely to cause accidents.

Test Your Door’s Sensitivity

Do you know how sensitive your garage door is? Test it by putting small objects under the door as it closes. Garage doors should have a safety mechanism built in to prevent them from causing an accident, but if it is not working, it could cause a major problem. Performing regular tests will ensure it works when it is needed.

The best way to make sure your garage door is in working order is to have regular inspections or to install a new garage door with modern safety features. American Door is ready to lend a hand. Our expert team of garage door specialists can check your garage door to make sure it is safe for the whole family. We can even replace older model doors with modern doors, giving you safety features to avoid an accident. Give us a call today to see how we can help.