Light reading is always fun – and what’s lighter than short, useful and informative tips? Scroll down for a few of our newest tips regarding garage doors from necessary maintenance to troubleshooting. Check it out!
Always open your garage door before starting the car
Exhaust fumes are a byproduct of fuel combustion and have a detrimental effect on both the environment and human health. One such byproduct is carbon monoxide, a colorless, tasteless and odorless gas in itself. If you keep your car running in a closed garage, the concentration of this gas can rise very quickly and start affecting everyone present. Some of the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are: lightheadedness, confusion and headache, and high concentrations can lead to death.
Resist your urge to save money and have your garage door repaired by a professional
Garage door mechanisms are much more complicated than they might seem to be and a layman can only further damage the door. Springs are under extreme tension and any tampering can result in death, injury and property damage. Some other risks include, but are not limited to, an electric shock caused by damaged wiring or the door falling on you.