Having proper garage door safety sensors installed is very important. A garage door can be one of the heaviest objects in your home. Because of this, reliable safety sensors are critical. When getting a garage door opener installed, a professional technician at Sterling Door will also install a pair of sensors.
Here is what you need to know after having garage door safety sensors installed.
How the Safety Sensors Work
Garage door sensors are placed on each side of the garage door. Typically they are installed 6 to 8 inches off the ground. Each sensor has lenses that send and receive the infrared beam stretching across the bottom of the door. When something such as an object, person or car is in front of them, the sensors detect an interruption. If the door is moving, at that time, the safety sensors will override the opener controls and stop the door from closing.
Benefits of Safety Sensors
The safety sensors don’t allow the garage door from closing when there is anything in the way. Therefore, it is less likely to injure a person or pet or cause damage to any property. Sensors are a failsafe in unforeseen situations, but you should still avoid standing underneath a garage door. The sensors also protect the door from getting damaged by closing on objects that could bend the door or push it off track.
Garage door safety sensors have been legally required on all garage door opener installations for over 30 years. In other words, all new openers have them. If you are having issues with your sensors or need a new garage door opener installed, the professionals technicians at Sterling Door can help you. Feel free to give us a call at 586-412-5600 or you can email us at info@sterlinggaragedoor.com. We’re always here for you!
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