RESIDENTIAL SAFETY

Garage Door and Opener Information

Garage doors and electric operators are easy to use and provide tremendous convenience. And like most mechanical equipment, if operated improperly, garage doors can cause injury, or even death. It is very important for you and your family to be aware of potential hazards.

SPRINGS:
Extension and torsion springs, along with attached hardware, are under extreme tension at all times. All tension must be released from springs before any work is performed on the springs, door sections, or hardware. Only a professionally trained service person should relieve the springs of any tension.

DOOR SECTIONS:
As with any door, caution must be used when closing it. Do not attempt to manually close a garage door by placing fingers between the sections as a place to grab onto the door. Serious injury could result! Use the step plate/lift handle or pull rope attached to the door to pull the door closed.

BOTTOM BRACKETS:
These brackets are attached to the springs, which are under extreme tension. Never attempt to loosen them unless all tension is first removed from the springs. Only a professionally trained service person should relieve the springs of any tension.

GARAGE DOOR OPENER:
Garage door opener, wall control panel, and remote controls: Your garage door opener is a great convenience, but can cause injury if used improperly. Never let anyone "race to beat the door" as it closes. Keep the wall control panel at least five feet above the ground and the remote controls away from children. Instruct children never to play underneath the area where the garage door closes. Always keep the door in full view as it operates and do not leave the area until the door completely opens or closes.

SAFETY INSPECTION:
We encourage you to have your garage door system professionally inspected. Keep those unexpected disasters from ever happening with a Preventative Maintenance agreement. We can service your door(s) on a regular schedule and repair any door problems before they occur.

Garage Door Safety should be everyone's concern. Make it a top priority for your family. If you suspect any problems with your door, call Cressy Door Company immediately.