Comprehensive Guide for Garage Door Installation
Oct 17, 2023Are you a contractor or a DIY enthusiast???
If you're planning on installing a residential sectional garage door, you should be aware that it is one of the most complex components of a single-family home. The International Door Association and the Door & Access Systems Manufacturers Association are committed to safety, and are working with the International Code Council to promote building safety during Building Safety Month. Compliance with the International Residential Code (IRC) is critical in resolving issues such as wind load specifications and the need for listed garage door openers.
The installation process requires that you read and comprehend the instructions and warnings carefully, as overhead doors are heavy devices that move with the help of electric motors and springs under high tension. Safety is of the utmost importance, and it is essential that you follow the code for precautionary measures, including ensuring that the support angles are adequate to hold the door in a horizontal position. You should also measure the distance between the horizontal tracks before raising the door.
The guidelines cover the step-by-step procedures needed to install the following: non-insulated doors, insulated doors, standard 2" residential tracks, and counterbalance springs. The door jamb requirements must also be met, which include ensuring that the jambs are flush and plumb and that the floor is level and flat.
