Automatic Garage Doors Can Be a Helping Hand for Elderly People

We don’t like to see people struggle with opening and closing a manual garage door. Garage doors can be heavy and hard to operate. Last month we looked at how automation could help disabled people. Much of the same reasoning applies to older garage owners who are beginning to experience frailty or mobility issues. And it’s not just that physical limitations may come with advancing age. Nobody particularly likes exiting the car in bad weather!

Fortunately, we’re here with a solution that can make your life easier and safer: automatic garage doors, controlled by a remote, which allows you to open and close the door with the simple press of a button. Now, you can stay inside your car and enjoy the convenience and comfort of an automated system doing the hard work for you.

Personal Safety

Automatic garage doors enhance the personal safety of elderly people.

• Using the handy remote to operate the heavy door avoids dragging and pulling that could possibly cause injuries or strains.
• Fortunately, opportunistic attacks and muggings are a rarity here in Norfolk. But you are still safer remaining in your vehicle while a door is opening or closing.
• Automatic garage doors also have sensors that prevent the door from closing if there is something or someone in the way.

Ease of Use

The automated doors that we supply and install are easy to use and maintain. You don’t need to exert any physical effort or strain to operate them, which is ideal if you have arthritis, back pain or other health conditions.

Sheltered from the Elements

Our modern automated garage doors also protect your car and your garage from the elements, as they create a tight seal that prevents water, dust and debris from entering. This can extend the lifespan of your car (and anything else you store in your garage) as well as preventing mould and rust from forming.

Aesthetically Appealing

A final benefit of automatic garage doors is one that works for all age groups. They look great and add value to your property. You can choose from a variety of styles, colours, textures and finishes that suit your personal taste and complement your home’s exterior design.

Automatic garage doors offer many advantages for elderly garage owners who want to improve their comfort, safety and convenience. And if you are receiving a Disabled Facilities Grant or qualify for similar benefits then we may be able to save you the VAT on the installation. Please let us know when you book us in for a site visit and quotation if you think you might qualify for this.

Contact us today for your free site survey and quotation. We will help you find the best automated garage door for your needs. Chat to our friendly sales team on 01603 787069 or email sales@autodoorsandgates.co.uk to book a no obligation sales consultation.