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How concerned should I be about the split in the beam? (lemmy.world)
submitted 2 years ago by AnotherPerson to c/homeimprovement
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I noticed this a few years ago and forgot about it. How concerning is this?

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[–] JebediahMilkshake 6 points 2 years ago (2 children)

I've never seen an enclosed garage spring. Is that common, or more of a high-end garage door installation?

[–] AnotherPerson 3 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Same. And Googling doesn't bring up much.

[–] nowwhatnapster 2 points 2 years ago

Sorry I was thinking of a garage door "safety cable" which is not applicable to the spring in the picture. I will fix my post to avoid further confusion.

[–] nowwhatnapster 3 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Sorry I was thinking of a garage door "safety cable" which is not applicable to the spring in the picture. I will fix my post to avoid further confusion.

[–] JebediahMilkshake 2 points 2 years ago

No worries! Tbh an enclosed (or at least shielded) garage spring is not a bad idea, although would be more difficult to inspect and work on in the event it’s needed.