Once a garage door is installed, it becomes a part of the house you don't consider and might take advantage of, until an accident happens. Whether one of the kids is a new driver or if it's sometimes difficult to see in the dark, hitting garage doors isn't too out of the ordinary. To help avoid such an event, here's a helpful list of methods to try. 

How to Keep the Family and Garage Doors Safe

1. Mind your speed 

When you know the lay of the land, whether it be the route home or your own property, it's easy to go faster than is necessary. Speed minimizes accuracy, however, which can make it difficult to avoid hitting the door while pulling into the garage or driveway. Taking it slow can put you in a position for safety and success. 

2. Add more lighting 

While driving is a regular part of daily life, not everyone finds it easy to do so after dark. Those moonlit hours can cause drowsiness or difficulty with vision, both of which make hitting garage doors more likely than during the day. Even with that risk, driving at night isn't always avoidable, so it can be helpful to install extra lighting along the driveway and in the garage to minimize accidents while creating more visibility. 

3. Install bumpers 

We've all been grateful for those parking lot chocks that have stopped the car's wheels, preventing us from hitting the wall in front of us. Why not install those at home? Having guards or bumpers for a vehicle can provide guidance for where the car should stop, which will help you avoid hitting the door and walls of the garage. 

If you've had an accident at home and need garage door repair, the experts at Felluca Overhead Door Inc. in Rochester, NY, will help. This family-owned and -operated company has over 100 years of experience providing garage door installations, repairs, and maintenance to residents throughout Monroe, Wayne, Ontario, Livingston, and Orleans counties. They have a large selection of products and offer a short turnaround time for all services. Call (585) 467-2391 to set up an onsite consultation. Visit their website to learn more about their doors.