Can you believe that it's Spring already? That means lots of yardwork, chores, and maintenance duties around our 4-acre farm. But you don't have to have chickens and a big yard to feel the pressure of everything that needs to be done. In fact, you may already be so busy that you've forgotten some very important DIY details!
Your garage door is an important part of your life, even though you probably rarely think about it. Most people don’t give their garage door a second thought – until something breaks. Repairs can be expensive – especially if you haven’t taken the time to find a trusted professional to make those repairs.
We've teamed up with GarageDoorCare.com to tell you about a free three-step program to help homeowners achieve Garage Door Peace-of-Mind in 2016. Follow these simple tips to avoid expensive headaches down the road!
1. Lubricate your garage door twice a year (it’s easier than you think).
Most homeowners have never lubricated their garage door, leading to creaks and other strange noises. By going to GarageDoorCare.com 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, and save you big money down the road!
2. Sign up for a free twice-a-year email garage door lubrication reminder
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.
3. Find a trusted, local garage door pro well in advance of a problem
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. 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.
Visit the GarageDoorCare.com site for more info on how to keep your garage door in perfect working order!
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Your garage door is an important part of your life, even though you probably rarely think about it. Most people don’t give their garage door a second thought – until something breaks. Repairs can be expensive – especially if you haven’t taken the time to find a trusted professional to make those repairs.
We've teamed up with GarageDoorCare.com to tell you about a free three-step program to help homeowners achieve Garage Door Peace-of-Mind in 2016. Follow these simple tips to avoid expensive headaches down the road!
1. Lubricate your garage door twice a year (it’s easier than you think).
Most homeowners have never lubricated their garage door, leading to creaks and other strange noises. By going to GarageDoorCare.com 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, and save you big money down the road!
2. Sign up for a free twice-a-year email garage door lubrication reminder
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.
3. Find a trusted, local garage door pro well in advance of a problem
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. 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.
Visit the GarageDoorCare.com site for more info on how to keep your garage door in perfect working order!
Wanna Win? We are giving one lucky reader a $25 VISA gift card. To be entered to win, just use the form below. You have until March 28th at 11:59 pm EST. Open to U.S. residents 18+ only.
Tip: Keep your garage door properly maintained to keep it operating safely via an annual maintenance checkup by a trained service technician.
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I learned that I should have a pro check my door annually and make sure nothing is blocking the rollers.
ReplyDeleteDo a monthly door balance test.
ReplyDeleteLubricate your garage door twice a year.
ReplyDeleteI never thought about the garage door opener being an appliance.
ReplyDeleteIf you have children, you should also take some time to teach them that the garage door and its operating system are not playthings.
ReplyDeleteNever walk or stand under a moving garage door.
ReplyDeleteget sensors on your door to keep from accidents happening
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ReplyDelete. The push button wall control for a garage door operating system should be mounted at least five feet off the floor, out of the reach of children.
ReplyDeleteI learned that you need to have someone come and check my doors and I can sign up for emails to remind me
ReplyDeleteOne tip I learned is to do a Semi-annual lubrication. Apply a small amount of spray lubricant to the door’s hinges, rollers and tracks.
ReplyDeleteDo a monthly reversing mechanism test (if your door is equipped with an automatic opener system).
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ReplyDeleteI learned that the garage door opener uses electricity, which can shock or kill if mishandled.
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ReplyDeleteI learned that you should never attempt to repair a garage door’s springs or cables because they are under extreme tension and can cause severe injury or even death.
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I learned you should lubricate the door twice a year.
ReplyDeleteMy favorite tip is to never work on your own garage door springs or cables - they are under a great deal of pressure!
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I wasn't aware you needed to lubricate it twice a year! Great to know!
ReplyDeleteLubricate your garage door twice a year.
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ReplyDeleteI learned never attempt to repair a garage door’s springs or cables.
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ReplyDeleteIf someone has backed into the garage door-have the door inspected and/or repaired by a trained service technician
I learned that you should do a monthly door balance test.
ReplyDeleteI learned that 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.
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ReplyDeleteLocate a garage door repairman before you need one.
ReplyDeleteThe garage door and garage door opener are not toys.
ReplyDeletedo a monthly test on doors
ReplyDeleteI learned to do a monthly visual inspection for safety reasons
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ReplyDeleteI read to teach your family about how it works for safety reasons
ReplyDeletesunniewoodyplus2 atmsn.com
We don't have a garage, but I will pass this info along to my best friend because, come to think of it, her garage door does make funny noises when it opens and closes.
ReplyDeleteVisited the site and I learned Adults should not allow children access to the remote controls or push button wall controls for garage door opener systems; these should be kept out of reach of children. The push button wall control for a garage door operating system should be mounted at least five feet off the floor, out of the reach of children. Learn more about garage door safety for children.
ReplyDeleteAnnual maintenance by a trained service technician is recommended.That there are monthly and annual inspections that should be done with some testing.
ReplyDeleteNever thought to sign up for a reminder to lube the doors. I guess it makes sense though. We actually have a different problem. We put a bike lock through the chain on one side of the door to secure it... and lost the key to the lock. So we have a different issue when it comes time to start taking care of our door.
ReplyDeleteI learned that you should lubricate the door, rollers and hinges twice a year.
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I like the tip to do a monthly force setting test.
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ReplyDeleteI learned that I should lubricate your garage door twice a year.
ReplyDeleteI learned that newer, insulated garage doors even help save energy.
ReplyDeleteI learned that you should lubricate your Garage Door twice a year.
ReplyDeleteIf you have children, you should also take some time to teach them that the garage door and its operating system are not playthings.
ReplyDeleteThis is really important and to keep the opener OUT of theeir hands it isnt a toy
You should have your garage doors maintained and checked yearly.
ReplyDeleteI learned to never stand or walk under a moving garage door.
ReplyDeleteNever attempt to repair a garage door’s springs or cables is what I learned.
ReplyDeleteOne of my favorite maintenance tips is “Semi-annual lubrication. Apply a small amount of spray lubricant to the door’s hinges, rollers and tracks.”
ReplyDeleteThe push button wall control for a garage door operating system should be mounted at least five feet off the floor
ReplyDeleteDid not know to lubricate the door twice a year
ReplyDeleteLubricate garage door twice a year
ReplyDeleteDo a monthly photo eye test (if your door is equipped with an automatic opener system).
ReplyDeleteI learned that the new insulated doors help save energy.
ReplyDeleteI learned that if you have children, you should also take some time to teach them that the garage door and its operating system are not playthings.Thank you.
ReplyDeleteIt’s a good idea to have your door checked annually by a qualified service technician to ensure that it continues to work properly and effectively.
ReplyDeleteI learned that I need to Do a monthly door balance test.
ReplyDeleteYou should get sensors on your door to keep from accidents happening.
ReplyDeleteWow. Never knew that you should care for your garage. I learned that you should lube your garage twice a year. Thanks so much for the great tips.
ReplyDeleteI learned you should have the garage door checked annually.
ReplyDeleteTeacher kids about garage door safety
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ReplyDeleteDo a Monthly Reverse Mechanism test by placing a board under the door to see if it opens back up
ReplyDeleteI read that they will help you find a certified dealer in your area.
ReplyDeleteI 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.
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I should lubricate my garage door twice a year
ReplyDeleteLearned to do a monthly eye photo test -With the door fully open, push your garage door opener’s transmitter or wall button to close the door. Wave a long object, such as a broomstick, in front of one of the door’s photo eyes so it “breaks the beam.” The door should reverse.
ReplyDeleteIf it does not reverse and reopen, pull the broomstick out of the path of the closing door. Close the door. With the door in the closed position, clean the photo eyes with a soft, dry cloth. Gently adjust the photo eyes by hand if they appear to be out of alignment. Open the door and repeat the photo eye test. If the door does not reverse and reopen, the door should be serviced by a trained service technician.
it's a good point not to allow children access to the remote controls even if they want it
ReplyDeleteAnother great tip is you can sign up for a free twice-a-year email garage door lubrication reminder.
ReplyDeleteA good tip I learned - Children should never be allowed to play with the garage door or its operating system.
ReplyDeletethank you
I learned that you need to do a monthly door balance test.
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that you need to lube your garage door twice a year
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ReplyDeleteYou should lubricate the garage door twice a year.
ReplyDeleteI learned that you should never stand or walk under a moving garage door. Never try to enter or exit the garage by racing under a moving garage door.
ReplyDeleteYou should have your door checked annually by a qualified service technician
ReplyDeleteI learned to do a Semi-annual lubrication. Apply a little bit of spray lubricant to the door’s hinges, rollers and tracks. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteDo a monthly force setting test (if your door is equipped with an automatic opener system).
ReplyDeleteI learned that you shouldn't leave your garage door opener in your car.
ReplyDeleteDo a door balance test every month to make sure garage door is balanced.
ReplyDeleteSpring repair and replacement should be done by professionals
ReplyDeleteI learned that adding lubricant twice a year can help maintain proper motion.
ReplyDeleteI learned you should Lubricate your garage door twice a year
ReplyDeleteA very good tip: "Never stand or walk under a moving garage door. Never try to enter or exit the garage by racing under a moving garage door."
ReplyDeleteLubricate the door the garage door twice a year and never walk under a moving door.
ReplyDeleteI learned that you can sign up for maintenance email reminders
ReplyDeleteMake sure that children understand that the garage door and the garage door opener are not toys.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the contest.
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I learned you should lubricate the door twice a year.
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ReplyDeleteI like the tip to get door sensors. Brittney House
ReplyDeleteIt’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.
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ReplyDeleteNever walk under a moving door
ReplyDeleteI learned never to attempt to repair the garage doors.
ReplyDeleteThat the garage is the largest moving object in homes.
ReplyDeleteDo the monthly door balance test.
ReplyDeleteI learned that your garage door opener uses electricity, which can shock or kill if mishandled.
ReplyDeleteI learned to do a Semi-annual lubrication. Apply a little bit of spray lubricant to the door’s hinges, rollers and tracks. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteMake sure nothing is blocking the rollers on your garage door.
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Tip I learned-Never walk or stand under a moving garage door!
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ReplyDeleteRemember that your garage door opener uses electricity, which can shock or kill if mishandled. Service should be performed by a trained service technician.
ReplyDeletenever work on your own garage door springs or cables - they are under a great deal of pressure!
ReplyDeleteI learned to do a twice yearly lubricaton to keep things running smoothly.
ReplyDeleteI learned that you should do a Semi-annual lubrication. Apply a little bit of spray lubricant to the door’s hinges, rollers and tracks. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteI learned you should lubricate your garage door twice a year.
ReplyDeleteI learned that it is important to properly perform routine maintenance on your garage door system.
ReplyDeleteSensors on your door will prevent accidents
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Ashley C
If your garage door is backed into or damaged....it is best to have someone to come on and look at it and not take for granted it going to be ok.
ReplyDeleteI learned you have to lubricate garage doors twice a year....which means I have been doing it half as often as I should
ReplyDeleteI like the tip to tighten the parts.
ReplyDeleteA good way to remember to lubricate your garage doors twice a year is to do it when the time changes.
ReplyDeletelubricating your garage door 2 times a year is a great tip. thankyou, ken pohl19@comcast.net
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ReplyDeleteNever walk or stand under a moving garage door
ReplyDeleteDo not let children or pets around a moving door it is very dangerous.
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ReplyDeletenever let kids play with the garage remote
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If you have children, you should also take some time to teach them that the garage door and its operating system are not playthings.
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Leaving the remote control to your garage door operator in your automobile can be an invitation to a thief
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Don't let your kids play with the garage door.
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I learned that you should always have your door checked annually by a qualified service technician.
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lubricate your garage door twice a year.
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ReplyDeleteJaninep
A great tip is to always keep the door in view when opening or closing the garage door, until the door is fully opened or closed! Be certain that no adults, children or animals try to enter or exit while the door is closing! This one really stands out to me because years ago we had our family cat crushed in our garage door. It was awful!
ReplyDeleteTo Find a trusted, local garage door pro well in advance of a problem and lubricate your door twice a year.
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ReplyDeleteThe garage door opener uses electricity, which can shock or kill if mishandled.
ReplyDeleteyou should do a monthly door balance test
ReplyDeleteI learned that I need to lubricate the doors 2 times/year.
ReplyDeleteGarageDoorCare.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.
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I learned that you should have your door checked annually by a qualified service technician
ReplyDeleteI learned I should lubricate the door twice a year.
ReplyDeleteI learned only a professional should attempt to service a garage door . They are very heavy and if spring loaded you could get hurt badly.
ReplyDeleteThe garage door is typically the largest moving object in your home. Properly maintained and operated, a garage door and its operating system allow you, your family and your vehicles convenient access to and from your home. They also provide security and protect against the elements. Newer, insulated garage doors even help save energy.
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