Garage Door Safety and Balance Checks

Key takeaways

• With the door closed and the opener released, lift the door by hand.
• Test that the door reverses when it meets an obstacle and that photocells stop it when the beam is blocked.
• Springs and cables hold a lot of energy and can cause serious injury.

Quick checklist before you decide

What to check on site

• Headroom and side room
• Panel material and finish
• Insulation and daylight needs
• Wind and security requirements
• Frequency of use per day

How installation usually goes

Survey and preparation

The opening is measured for width, height, headroom and side room. Tracks and springs are fitted and balanced, the operator is mounted, and the door is tested for smooth travel and safe reversal.

How the system works day to day

Hinged panels travel along side tracks while torsion springs balance the weight. An operator lifts the door, and a controller with limit settings and safety sensors manages travel and obstruction detection.

Frequently asked questions