There are many things around the house that a handy homeowner should have no problem taking care of. Repairing broken furniture, unclogging a drain, or painting a bedroom are just a few examples of small projects that exemplify the "do it yourself" ethos. On the other hand, some projects are simply too big to take on safely or easily. One of the most prominent of these is garage door installation. If you are in need of a new garage door, there are a number of reasons why you should put off trying to install it yourself and instead contact professional installers. Keep reading below to take a look at just three of the most important reasons.

Specialized Tools

Do you have winding bars ready to grab at a moment's notice? What about locking pliers and clamps? Unless you have a garage or tool shed that is filled to the brim with specialized tools, you simply aren't likely to have everything necessary to successfully install a garage door. While you could visit a nearby hardware store and purchase the tools you need, these efforts can add up to an amount more than what it would cost to have professional installers do the same job. 

Safety

Even if you do have the necessary tools at hand, you should keep in mind the very real dangers that the garage door installation process poses. Almost all garage doors weigh hundreds of pounds, so it is virtually impossible to complete the installation on your own. As if that weren't enough, most garage doors also feature large springs that, if mishandled, can leave you in the emergency room. Rather than risk a severe injury, contact a professional residential garage door installer to do the job for you safely. 

Warranties

Beyond the danger of installing a residential garage door yourself, there's another highly practical reason to have professionals do the job instead. Most garage door warranties are only valid if the door is installed by someone who is qualified to do the job. That means that even if you successfully install the door without the help of a professional, you'll be out of luck if it ever malfunctions in the future. In fact, you may end up paying more for repairs that are not covered under warranty than you would have if you had hired professional installers in the first place. 

For more information, contact a company that provides residential garage door installation services.