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keeping children and pets safe around garage doors

Do you worry about your children and pets around the garage door when it is opening and closing? If so, how much have you done to avoid those devastating circumstances of a child or pet becoming trapped underneath a heavy garage door? This was one thing that has always worried me with my kids because I had witnessed what can happen if a dog is trapped under a garage door. My blog will explain the many safety features that should be included in the installation of your garage door and some safety tips to teach your children to practice daily.

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2015

Two Quick Repairs For A Garage Door
When your garage door stops working like it should, it is only too easy to assume that there is nothing you can do to get your garage door working like it should. However, a little troubleshooting before you call in reinforcements can help you to save money, time, and the inconvenience of having to work around a door that is not working like it should.  Rails If your door stops opening or closing partway, the most likely culprit is damage to or a blockage in your rails.

Restore An Aluminum Garage Door's Surface That Has Peeling Paint And Rust Spots
If your aluminum garage door has peeling paint and rust spots on its surface, learn how to make the necessary repairs to restore the door to its original condition. After you finish the project, you can easily keep the door maintained to prevent damage from occurring in the future.  Use The Following Materials water hose bucket of soapy water nylon scouring pad wire brush naval jelly rust inhibiting spray exterior spray primer exterior spray paint painter's tape vinyl tarp ​Clean The Door And Remove Chipped Paint And Rust Spots

Three Signs That You Should Get The Belt On Your Belt Drive Garage Door Opener Checked Out
While a belt drive garage door opener is generally more expensive than its chain drive counterpart, the main plus side of getting one is reduced noise when it's operating. If you want to maintain this noise advantage as long as possible, it's necessary to head off any problems that develop with the central belt that gets pulled by the motor as soon as possible. If you notice any of these three signs, don't procrastinate getting the belt on your belt drive garage door opener checked out.