Archive for the ‘Safety Tips’ Category

WARNING! Manual winding of your garage door torsion spring during adjustment or installation is extremely difficult and dangerous.

Please call a trained, experienced professional to make necessary adjustments.

TIP: Help ensure the safety of your family and property, please call us at Certified Garage Door Inc. so we may send one of our professional garage door technicians to inspect and service or replace your garage door torsion springs.

Are your garage door springs on “their last legs”?

Author: Certified Garage Door, Inc.

TIP: Beware of your old springs! Remember that garage door torsion springs are tightly wound and under high tension. Eventually, even the highest quality springs will wear-out and break. When one of your springs do break, make sure you have both of them replaced by a licensed garage door service professional. This will ensure better balance, longevity and safety for your garage door.

TIP: Many homes have been burglarized through the use of universal garage door opener controls. Rolling code technology is one of the best ways to prevent unwanted access into your home through the garage by changing the code of your automatic opener after every use.

Are the garage door cables loose or frayed?

Author: Certified Garage Door, Inc.

TIP: If the cables that attach from the spring system to the bottom bracket on either side of your garage door have frayed or worn strips hanging loose, your cables are in danger of breaking, which could cause serious injury or property damage. Have the cables inspected immediately by a trained professional who is aware of the potential dangers.

Have you had your garage door professionally inspected?

Author: Certified Garage Door, Inc.

TIP: Your garage door is the largest moving part in your home and is used several times a day. Eventually, garage door and garage door opener parts will wear out and break. In addition to conducting your own maintenance and safety inspections, you should have your garage door and opener professionally serviced every 6-12 months to increase the lifetime of your automatic garage door. A properly working automatic garage door will help to ensure the safety of your family and property.