This is a sponsored post for GarageDoorCare.com and the giveaway prize is provided by them. All opinions are my own.
That is what makes spring the perfect time for cleaning. There’s a new motivation to get things in order! So open those windows and get to it! But this year, you might want to think about working on your garage door as well as cleaning out the garage… Have you been neglecting that one? Don’t worry, most people do. Until it breaks… then what? Repairs are costly, and require a professional. So how can you prevent them?
“GarageDoorCare.com offers a free three-step program to help homeowners achieve Garage Door Peace-of-Mind in 2016:
- Lubricate your garage door twice a year (it’s easier than you think)
- Sign up for a free twice-a-year email garage door lubrication reminder
- Find a trusted, local garage door pro well in advance of a problem
Most homeowners have never lubricated their garage door. That’s why you may hear squeaks and groans. Over time, that could lead to trouble. But lubricating a garage door is easy. A quick visit to GarageDoorCare.com will show you how to lubricate the door, rollers and hinges. Five minutes of your time and a five dollar spray can of garage door lubricant that you can pick up at your local hardware store are all you need to potentially save a costly service call down the road. The site also demonstrates several other easy steps homeowners can take to keep their door in peak operating condition. And you don’t need to wait for the squeaks and groans to start up before lubricating your door again. A good rule of thumb is to lubricate your door twice a year, when you change your clocks, for example. The International Door Association (IDA), a worldwide trade association of garage door and access professionals – and the sponsor of GarageDoorCare.com – invites consumers to register for twice-a-year emails that will remind them that it’s time to lubricate the garage door. And signing up doesn’t mean a flood of emails or sales calls. Two simple emails a year… that’s all. Following these maintenance tips will extend the life of most of your garage door parts, but sometimes despite your best efforts your garage door will need professional attention. Unfortunately no amount of lubrication can keep a worn out spring from breaking. When your garage door stops working you’ll need a professional. It’s not something a homeowner should try to repair themselves – a garage door is the largest and heaviest moving object in a home, and can cause severe injuries or even death if damaged or misused. That’s when identifying a pro well ahead of time will pay off. Chances are you have a plumber or heating and cooling professional with whom you’ve developed a relationship over the years – but where do you go to find a garage door repairman you can trust? You can, and should, consider doing so ahead of time. GarageDoorCare.com offers a “Find a Qualified Professional” page through which homeowners can find experienced, local garage door service and repair businesses that are IDA members committed to operating their businesses by the IDA Code of Business Conduct. This commitment to professionalism and safety goes a long way in helping homeowners avoid unscrupulous firms that sell unneeded parts and overcharge customers.
You can even professionally install commercial garage doors.
So as you plan out your spring chores – don’t forget to add your garage door to the list. It won’t take much time and it’s as simple as 1 -2 –3.”
Terry from Prestige Doors says “maintaining your garage doors is a very important matter, ensuring that it stays functional all throughout the year”.
That’s not so hard, is it? I have had a garage door break on me before- and my husband was out of town, and my car was stuck inside! I really wish I would have had a professional on hand- instead I relied on my neighbor to help me get my car out, but I know now that that was a dangerous and bad idea. This spring, I will definitely be checking out GarageDoorCare.com and lubricating and maintaining my garage door in hopes of avoiding those situations in the future! Will you?
Sandra Watts says
My favorite tip was
How Not to Repair a Garage Door. LOL
Caitlin says
“Just as it is common practice to have your home’s heating and cooling systems checked annually, it’s also a good idea to have your door checked annually by a qualified service technician to ensure that it continues to work properly and effectively.” — This makes sense.
Kim Henrichs says
The best tip was to have your garage door inspected once a year by a qualified service tech. Very smart! Garages often get forgotten.
Mami2jcn says
I like the tip about doing a monthly reversing mechanism test.
Cynthia R says
My favorite maintenance tip is to check the door reverses if it hits a block of wood or something
shelly peterson says
I like the tip never attempt to repair a garage door’s springs or cables.
Elena says
My favorite tip is to lubricate the garage door twice a year
Stacey B says
I learned that you should lubricate the springs, rollers and hinges twice a year.
Stacey B says
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Laurajj says
Oh I learned alot! One that I have never done is the Monthly door balance test!!! I am going to do this tomorrow!
Lana Simanovicki says
The tip I liked is have your garage door inspected once a year
Julie Lundstrom says
I like the special learning safety tool for children.
Janet W. says
My favorite tip is do a monthly door balance test to see if your door can open and close manually with little resistance and remain fully open.
Julie L says
I learned that it’s not safe to try to fix it yourself…the dead weight would be too heavy to hold by yourself.
vickie couturier says
If you have children, you should also take some time to teach them that the garage door and its operating system are not playthings.
Julie Wood says
I learned that I need to do a monthly visual inspection to make sure that the door is working properly. And I need to do Semi-annual lubrication by Applying a small amount of spray lubricant to the door’s hinges, rollers and tracks.
Fiona N says
I love the tip that said “Children should never be allowed to play with the garage door or its operating system”
Thank You for the chance
Natalie says
My favorite tip is to do a monthly door balance test.
LaTanya says
do Monthly door balance test.
Rae C. says
My favorite tip is having it serviced by a qualified technician.
Sandy Klocinski says
Just as it is common practice to have your home’s heating and cooling systems checked annually, it’s also a good idea to have your door checked annually by a qualified service technician to ensure that it continues to work properly and effectively.
Vicki Wurgler says
have a Monthly reversing mechanism test
James Robert says
It’s also a good idea to have your door checked annually by a qualified service technician to ensure that it continues to work properly and effectively.
Cheryl B says
Making sure my door is well lubicated.
Adrienne Gordon says
Do a monthly reversing mechanism test.
Nicole Sender says
I like the tip if you have children, you should also take some time to teach them that the garage door and its operating system are not playthings.
sandra says
i learned it’s a good idea to have the door inspected and/or repaired by a trained service technician if someone has backed into it
Marcie W. says
My favorite tips are all of the monthly inspection suggestions, such as door balance, photo eye and force setting.
Carole Spring says
Doing a monthly door balance check was my favorite tip.
Margaret Smith says
I like the tip of lubing your door twice a year.
DailyWoman (Lacey) says
My favorite tip is making sure you do Semi-annual lubrication – Apply a small amount of spray lubricant to the door’s hinges, rollers and tracks.
Lily Wolfe says
Lubricate twice a year.
ken ohl says
The lubrication of the door 2 times a year
HS kraftmaking says
Annual maintenance by a trained service technician is recommended to keep the garage door operating safely.
Ann Fantom says
I like the maintenance tip: Monthly door balance test. If your door is equipped with an automatic opener system: close the door and disconnect the automatic opener. Once you are able to lift the door manually: Lift the door. It should lift smoothly with little resistance and should remain fully open. If it is difficult to open or does not remain open, the door may be out of balance and should be serviced by a trained service technician.
Sarah Hayes says
I learned that you should have your door checked each year to make sure everything functioning correctly
Thomas Murphy says
My favorite tip is to lubricate the garage door twice a year
Barbara Montag says
I like the monthly visual inspection tip.
Stand inside the garage with the garage door closed. Look over the garage door springs, cables, rollers, pulleys and mounting hardware, such as hinges, for signs of wear or damage.
thank you
Christina says
My favorite tip is to do Monthly reversing mechanism test – we test ours frequently!
Maureen says
You should take some time to teach Children that the garage door and its operating system are not playthings.
Maureen says
I subscribe to emails.
Brittney House says
I like the inspect it once a year tip.
Austin Baroudi says
I like the Never attempt to repair a garage door’s springs or cables tip.
starla b says
So many awesome tips and tricks that I have never heard of before! I learned that it is important to Semi-annual lubrication. Apply a small amount of spray lubricant to the door’s hinges, rollers and tracks.
Kristie says
I think the Monthly force setting test is a great idea…especially with little ones around.
Cynthia C says
When opening or closing the garage door, always keep the door in view until the door is fully opened or fully closed. Make certain that no adults, children or animals try to enter or exit while the door is closing.
Jennifer Cervantes says
Lubricating the garage door twice a year was my favorite tip.
Ellie Wright says
I found the monthly balance test tip helpful.
Amanda L. says
I learned that it’s important to watch the door as it closes to make sure that nothing is in the way and that it shuts.
beth shepherd says
I like the lubricating the garage door 2x a year. Thank you