Do I have to have sensors on my garage door?

• <div><p>If you <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-open-garage-door-manually.htm">open your garage manually</a>, you don’t need sensors. If you have an automatic garage door opener, sensors are required by law. The <a href="https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2018/07/13/2018-14909/safety-standard-for-automatic-residential-garage-door-operators">federal law UL 325</a> mandates that all residential garage door openers in the U.S. must include sensors. Designed to prevent accidents and reduce the risk of entrapment, the sensors should be able to reverse the motion of the garage door within two seconds of detecting an obstruction. The sensors are there to keep you, your family, and your belongings safe from a door that might otherwise come down too hard or too fast. </p></div>

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Q: Do I have to have sensors on my garage door?

• <div><p>If you <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-open-garage-door-manually.htm">open your garage manually</a>, you don&rsquo;t need sensors. If you have an automatic garage door opener, sensors are required by law. The <a href="https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2018/07/13/2018-14909/safety-standard-for-automatic-residential-garage-door-operators">federal law UL 325</a> mandates that all residential garage door openers in the U.S. must include sensors. Designed to prevent accidents and reduce the risk of entrapment, the sensors should be able to reverse the motion of the garage door within two seconds of detecting an obstruction. The sensors are there to keep you, your family, and your belongings safe from a door that might otherwise come down too hard or too fast. </p></div>

Q: Are there energy efficiency upgrades available during garage door repair?

• <div><p>Installing weather stripping or upgrading to insulated panels can improve efficiency.</p></div>

Q: Is it better to paint my garage door with a roller or brush?

• <div><p>You should be able to paint most of your garage door with a small roller, but there will likely be details and nooks and crannies that are best handled with the help of a detail brush. After you have painted most of your garage door, make sure to take a step back to review your work&mdash;if you have a friend or family member nearby to offer another set of eyes, great!)&mdash;and clean up any missed spots with a brush.</p></div>

Q: Do you need planning permission to change a garage door to a normal door?

• <div><p>In most cases, you do not need planning permission to change a garage door to a normal door, unless a specific restriction is present on your home&rsquo;s deed. If you&rsquo;re changing the door because you are trying to convert the garage into a living space, you will need to work with building control for proper signoffs to ensure your conversion meets all of the necessary construction standards. </p></div>

Q: How do you know when your garage door needs to be replaced?

• <div><p>With good maintenance, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/why-you-should-replace-your-garage-door.htm">garage doors can last</a> for 15 to 30 years. You might consider a replacement if yours is approaching that age and struggling to work properly. For instance, if your garage door is slow to open or close (or doesn&rsquo;t open or close at all) or is loud even after lubricating the parts, you might need a new one. Similarly, if it&rsquo;s sagging, uneven, or has other visual signs of wear and tear, it may be time for an upgrade.</p></div>

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Last update on November 10, 2025

Reviewed in March 2024
Had Nick at A1 clean my house and garage I couldnâ t believe how dirty they actually were it looks like a new place will definitely be calling him back for a yearly cleaning
A1 Mobile Wash
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Reviewed in July 2022
One car garage renovation included new roofing and siding. James was a pleasure to deal with, honest and fair pricing. Completely satisfied and would hire again.
Precision Roofing & Remodeling
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Reviewed in February 2022
Excellent service! These guys are THE BEST!! Home warranty company first suggested another technician who falsely diagnosed the problem and ordered replacement parts. After months of texted excuses and delays, he finally sent others over who replaced the parts but since the unit still didn't...
Greczyn Brothers Appliance Repair and Service LLC
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Reviewed in June 2021
The guy that came his name was Angelo very polite courteous went right to work did his job cleaned up after himself I was very pleased with the work and with him thank you anybody needs a garage door guy he's your man
Rockys Garage Door
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Reviewed in March 2017
Owner William "Tim" Miner informed me doors were of poor quality. Tried to sell me new doors instead and refused installation job because of the attempt at an upsale. I do not recommend.
Custom Overhead Door Inc
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Reviewed in June 2016
He does a great job. My house is a mess, nothing is standard size so it's difficult to replaced things. He did a great job getting in new doors. He always will explain how to fix something within your budget. He is pleasant to work with and cleans up after himself. He is finishing our bathroom...
Nomadic grease monkey
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Reviewed in December 2015
Joe the sales person was punctual but that was that only good thing I can say. I decided to use Design Garage Doors, and email the signed proposal to Joe I never heard back from him. I was told the garage door would arrive in 2 to 2 1/2 weeks . After 3 weeks and trying to call all the listed...
Design Garage Doors
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Reviewed in September 2015
Contractor was very personable at the start. Knew what I wanted and gave me a price with the promise that it would be perfect and done in 5 days. Walls, ceiling and floor demolished. Moved a pipe to inside a wall and dropped the ceiling to even it up with old tub enclosure. He did replace 3...
Clare Home Improvement LLC
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Reviewed in September 2014
All good, except that during the initial phone call they agreed to replace the weatherstripping on the bottom of one of the doors. The tech who came out to the house declined to do that and told me to do it myself.
Overhead Door Depot Inc
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