Simple Ways to Childproof Your Garage Door Today

Every year, garage doors cause more than 20,000 injuries in the U.S alone, and nearly one-third of them involve children. Sure, it's not the statistic any parent wants to think about, but it's the reality.

The garage door is the largest moving object in most homes, yet it's usually the last thing people think about when childproofing. Meanwhile, a few small changes can make your garage door much safer. You'll mostly need some simple maintenance steps to keep your children away from the danger.

Start with the Safety Sensors

Most garage doors installed after 1993 come with safety sensors, but just having them isn't enough; you need to make sure they're working properly.

The sensors are generally installed close to the floor and on both sides of the garage door. The sensors emit an invisible beam across the doorway, and when something interrupts the beam, be it a child darting through or a toy that has been left behind the door should stop and reverse.

But here it is notable that sensors do become dirty, misaligned, or worn out over time. Further, weather (especially the LA weather) affects a lot the day-to-day functioning of safety sensors. So, garage door repair in LA or even maintenance must become part of the annual routine.

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Keep Controls Out of Reach

To a kid, a garage door opener is the best toy ever. They just press the button, and await for magic to occur. Yet for parents, that's precisely the reason it's not safe.

To avoid accidents, store remotes in a high cabinet, a locked drawer, or even your car, out of sight. In the case of the wall-mounted opener, make sure it's at least five feet off the ground. That way, curious little hands cannot reach it.

Prevent Bumps and Bruises

It's not just the moving door you must take into account; it's also the pieces of the door itself. Some garage doors have low-hanging brackets, tension rods, or metal handles that stick out at child level. These could potentially cause bumps, bruises, or worse if a child were to run into them while playing.

The easiest solution is to add foam padding or protective covers to any sharp or protruding parts. Even if it seems a small step, it can prevent big injuries.

Add Smart Technology for Extra Peace of Mind

If you want to bring your garage safety to the next level, consider upgrading to a smart garage door opener. These openers let you monitor and operate your garage door right from your phone.

You'll get alerts if the door is open, you can shut it remotely, and you can even lock out the controls temporarily, so no one, not even the persistent little button-pusher, can open it when you're not there.

Some smart systems also allow you to establish user-specific access. That provides you with total control over who can open your garage and when.

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Test the Auto-Reverse System

Even if your sensors are working fine, it's important to regularly check the garage door's auto-reverse feature. This system is designed to stop the door if it touches something while closing. You can even check yourself:

1. Place a roll of paper towels or a soft object where the door would close.
2. Hit the button to lower the door.
3. The door should stop and reverse as soon as it touches the object.

If it doesn't? Call a professional right away. Remember that the auto-reverse system is one of the most critical features your garage door has.

Don't Forget About Regular Maintenance

Even with safety features, your garage door needs regular maintenance. It's a good practice to get it serviced once a year to make sure everything is in working order. A technician will inspect the sensors and auto-reverse system, tighten any loose parts, lubricate the moving parts, and inspect wear and tear on the springs, cables, and rollers.

It is just a routine check for your car, but this one keeps your home and family protected. Being ahead of things prevents unexpected problems and keeps your garage door safe for everyone, all year round.

Make Garage Safety Part of Your Routine

Childproofing your garage door doesn't have to be complicated or expensive. A little awareness and some small changes like checking your sensors, keeping remotes out of reach, padding sharp edges, checking the auto-reverse system, and investigating smart technology can go a long way in preventing accidents.

And finally, it's not so much doing more on your to-do list, it's creating a safer home where your children can grow, explore, and play without fear.

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