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?
Ashley C says
I learned that I should perform a door balance test monthly!
Deborah Wellenstein says
I like the tip that you should have a professional inspection of your garage door and mechanism annually.
sandyhills25 says
I would have to say- Never take a garage door system for granted; always use extreme caution when working on it or near it.
Michelle P says
I didn’t know you should lubricate your garage door semi-annually.
D SCHMIDT says
My favorite tip is 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.
Joy says
My favorite garage door maintenance tip is to do a semi-annual lubrication. Apply a small amount of spray lubricant to the door’s hinges, rollers and tracks. So easy but I’ve never done it 🙁 I will now, thanks!
amy stonger says
I like this tip: Keep fingers and hands away from door sections when the door is opening or closing to avoid injury.
Leigh Anne Borders says
My favorite tip they went over is teaching children it is not a toy. Believe it or not my son thought it was a toy and we ended up having to replace our garage door. He would hang off of it when it went up.
Nicole Sender says
I learned that semi-annual lubrication is to apply a small amount of spray lubricant to the door’s hinges, rollers and tracks.
Cheryl says
One of my favorite maintenance tips is “Semi-annual lubrication. Apply a small amount of spray lubricant to the door’s hinges, rollers and tracks.”
bill norris says
Pay attention while opening/closing your garage door. It will keep what needs to be in, in, and what needs to stay out, out.
Tabathia B says
I like the tip ” Semi-annual lubrication. Apply a small amount of spray lubricant to the door’s hinges, rollers and tracks. “
Lauryn R says
I learned that it is also important to check your garage door annually to make sure everything is working properly and doesn’t need any repairs.
Denise S says
My favorite tip is doing a visual inspection once a month.
Tracy Robertson says
My favorite tip is the most basic because it applies to us all
“Keep fingers and hands away from door sections when the door is opening or closing to avoid injury.”
Susan Christy says
I like all of the tips – I’m planning to do twice a year lubrication when the time changes so hopefully I’ll remember!
Beth Rees says
My favorite tip is doing a visual inspection once a month. Great way to prevent major problems
Samantha C. says
I like the tip about teaching kids that the garage door is not something to play with.
Will G says
I learned that you need to lubricate the rollers 2x a year.
Dawn Monroe says
I think the best tip is to have a professional do an annual maintenance check.
Francine Anchondo says
My favorite tip is Semi-annual lubrication. Apply a small amount of spray lubricant to the door’s hinges, rollers and tracks.”
Sara Zielinski says
My favorite tip is to teach children not to play with the garage door opener.
aubrey says
I learned annual maintenance is recommended.
Kathleen S. says
I learned that my garage door should be inspected annually and that my nearest qualified technician is only 3 miles away. Yay! Even out here in the country!
Nannypanpan says
I like the monthly photo eye test
Rosanne says
I learned that you should have a professional garage door installer check your garage door every year.
April V says
track repair/replacement is best left to a professional!
Rebecca Orr says
I learned that you should do a monthly photo eye test on your garage door. There are a lot of important tests you should do.
Cynthia R says
My favorit etip is to remember to oil the hinges, rolls, tracks and do a reverse check.
Mary Cloud says
I like the Monthly Reverse Mechanism test to make sure when it hits something it backs up properly
Daniel M says
you should lubricate your garage door semi-annually.
Terry maigi says
My favorite tip is the Semi-annual lubrication. Apply a small amount of spray lubricant to the door’s hinges, rollers and tracks. Thats something I never would have thought of!
Carolyn Daley says
Annual maintenance is key to make sure everything is safe and working efficiently.
Richard Hicks says
I like the tip Never attempt to repair a garage door’s springs or cables
Sarah L 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.
Thanks for the contest.
Leela says
Semi-annual lubrication. Apply a small amount of spray lubricant to the door’s hinges, rollers and tracks.
Elle says
To lubricate your garage door bi annually.
Birdiebee says
My best maintenance tip is the Semi-annual lubrication. Apply a small amount of spray lubricant to the door’s hinges, rollers and tracks..
Stephanie Liske says
I like that they say you should have someone come take a look at it each year.
Sarah L says
subscribe email: slehan at myway dot com
Lisa L says
My favorite tip is to semi-annually lubricate the door’s hinges, rollers and tracks. It’s one of those oft forgotten tasks!
Kyl Neusch says
doing a visual inspection once a month
Janice Cooper says
One of my favorite tips is – Semi-annual lubrication. Apply a small amount of spray lubricant to the door’s hinges, rollers and tracks. This is something we need to start doing.
Erica B. says
I like the tip to get annual checks.
Lisa Brown says
The semi-annual lubrication of the door’s hinges, rollers and tracks, is my favorite tip.
Bridgett Wilbur says
I like the tip of lubricating the garage door atleast twice a year.
Lisa V. says
To have a technician check the door once a year.
brandy c says
My favorite tip is this: “Monthly force setting test (if your door is equipped with an automatic opener system). With the door fully open, push your garage door opener’s transmitter or wall button to close the door. As the door is closing, hold up the bottom of the door with your hands outstretched and stiff. If the door does not easily reverse and continues to close, pull your hands away immediately. The closing force is excessive and the door should be serviced by a trained service technician.”
Robin says
I like the tip that garage door and its operating system are not playthings.
costana hornbaker says
lubricate your garage door semi-annually.