Garage Opener Safety Sensor Tips

Safety Sensors are typically homeowner’s biggest headache and normally isn't a labor warranty on sensors due to unpredictability of the surroundings area, debris, and cob webs that can affect the sensors. Which is why most homeowners will mount the safety sensors near the opener unit (up and out of the way). It is standard practice to mount safety sensors 6” off the ground. The safety sensors mounted at this height are for the safety of an individual, not your vehicle. I have seen safety sensors mounted at an angle (where one is higher than the other) or higher than the required 6” to protect vehicles rather than a person, baby, and beloved animals. Common issues with safety sensors are: spider webs, being bumped, damaged wire, sun, wire connection, sensor from a previous opener, damaged sensors, etc… A good rule of thumb is to keep items out of the corner of your garage near the safety sensor and to keep them clean and clear from debris. Would you rather spend your time taking a drive in the mountains? Then give me a call and I would be happy to set you up an inspection appointment.

 

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