Short answer: A few simple monthly checks keep your garage door safe for your family and pets.
A few simple monthly checks keep your garage door safe for your family and pets.
Test the Auto-Reverse
Place a solid object like a wood block on the floor in the door's path and close the door; it should reverse when it touches the object. Also wave your leg through the photo-eye beam near the floor as the door closes, and it should stop and reverse.
Check the Balance
With the opener disconnected via the release cord, lift the door halfway by hand. A properly balanced door stays roughly in place. If it slams down or flies up, the springs need adjustment by a professional.
Frequently Asked Questions
Test the Auto-Reverse?
Place a solid object like a wood block on the floor in the door's path and close the door; it should reverse when it touches the object. Also wave your leg through the photo-eye beam near the floor as the door closes, and it should stop and reverse.
Check the Balance?
With the opener disconnected via the release cord, lift the door halfway by hand. A properly balanced door stays roughly in place. If it slams down or flies up, the springs need adjustment by a professional.
How do I get help with this?
Call (408) 703-9116 and describe the situation, your exact location, and what you need. Timing is confirmed on that call rather than promised in advance.
Call for help: (408) 703-9116 — a straight answer and an honest estimate before any work begins.