A Plus Garage Door Repair, a Syracuse-based garage door service provider, is reminding homeowners about the importance of garage door safety inspections during National Garage Door Safety Month.

Garage Door Safety Considerations

Garage doors are among the largest moving objects in most homes and are operated multiple times daily by family members of all ages. Safety sensors, auto-reverse features, opener response times, spring condition, track alignment, and unusual operational noises all require periodic evaluation to maintain safe operation.

Modern garage doors incorporate several safety features designed to prevent injuries and property damage. Photo-eye sensors positioned near the floor detect obstructions and automatically reverse the door’s direction when triggered. Auto-reverse mechanisms respond to resistance, stopping and reversing the door if it encounters an unexpected obstacle.

Carrie Kelsch, Founder and CEO at A Plus Garage Door Repair, encourages Syracuse homeowners to perform simple monthly tests, such as placing a roll of paper towels under the door to verify the auto-reverse function works properly.

Regular Maintenance

Regular maintenance extends beyond safety considerations to include system longevity and reliability. Annual professional inspections typically include lubrication of moving parts, hardware tightening, balance testing, and comprehensive safety feature verification.

A Plus Garage Door Repair has served Utah residents for over 21 years, specializing in residential and commercial garage door repair, installation, and maintenance services.

Original reporting: KTBS 3 (Shreveport) — read the source article.