Don’t Get Locked Out!
At 2:17am, this morning, I was jolted out of bed by yet another of California’s reminders that we live in a earthquake zone. Of course, it’s never easy to go back to sleep after one of those. I began to wonder if I was really prepared for the chaos that can follow one of these tremors. I’m not even talking about the “Big One.” I’m talking about a mild one that might end up cutting our electricity for a period of time.
If you have a garage door that does not have a service door, it may me impossible to get your car out with out the use of an emergency release. These inexpensive items install on your overhead door and allow you open a small lock with a key and pull a small rope tied to the release mechanism. Once pulled, from the outside of the door, it releases the door opener from the door and allows you to pull open the door manually. This can be a lifesaver if you need your car to get to work or, in an emergency, get out to get supplies, food etc.
Just pull on this cable once unlocked.
You can purchase these from any hardware store or click Here. They are easy to install and can give you peace of mind knowing that in case of a power outage you will still be able to get your car out.
We take many things in our life for granted. Electricity is one of them. Always have a back up plan.
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That;s good advice. Everyone with this type of setup should take the time to learn how to open their garage. If you don’t have this system on your garage then you should go and get one before it’s too late.
JordonPP
June 8, 2010
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Don
June 22, 2010