What it is: The automatic garage door opener lacks working photo-eye sensors or auto-reverse.
Why it matters
Without functioning safety reversal, the door can close on a person, pet, or object.
Why it's common in Bloomington
Older openers on Bloomington garages predate or have disabled photo-eye sensors.
Signs to watch for
- no photo-eye sensors near the floor
- door does not reverse on contact
- bypassed or misaligned sensors
What we check during the inspection
The inspector tests the door's reversal on contact and the photo-eye function.
How it's typically corrected
A technician installs or aligns photo-eye sensors and verifies auto-reverse operation.
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