Baby its cold outside

One of the most common calls we get during the winter regarding garage doors that dont open or close all the way. When its really cold you may be......
FROZEN OUT:
Cold weather has stiffened the mechanism of your garage door opener and caused it to open a little slower, or maybe not close all the way down..

THE QUICK FIX

Most garage door openers made in the past 25 years have pressure adjustments for both raising and lowering. Check and adjust these settings twice a year or in extreme weather temperature changes to keep things running smoothly. You will find the information on this in your owners manual. 


This is not the end all cure all to every problem.  It is just a quick adjustment to check before calling in a professional.  If you are not comfortable getting on a ladder DO NOT TRY THIS ALONE.

If you need a proffesional call Belanger & SOns @ 207.286.9991 to schedule your service call today.

Belanger & Sons believes Safety First

Belanger & Sons garage Door Company in Biddeford Maine is a huge proponent in safety first. 

If you call us to your house for a service call and your door or opener does not meet the existing safety codes we will be unable to do any work on your door or opener unless you let us bring it up to code. The only exception to this rule is if your garage door opener doesn't have safety eyes and it is functioning.

This is an unpopular decision with a few select clients who do not want to spend the money to bring their product up to code, but I am NOT going to be liable for any person getting harmed because a shortcut was taken.  We have left job sites before and will not hesitate to do so again.

Thank you for understanding that safety is the over riding factor and not our check book.

Merry Christmas and God Bless.

Tammy

Fall Tune-Up Special

Well our fall tune-up special was so popular we decided to run it again.  Is your door squeeking or squealing? Does it rock back and forth while singing to you? When was the last time you had it inspected for safety reasons?  Do you know that your garage door is THE BIGGEST MOVING part in your home?
If it has been more than a year since you had a professional come and service your garage door, it is time. Just like your car, your door needs to be lubricated and maintained to keep it operating at optimal performance. Call Belanger & Sons' Garage Door Co. in Biddeford Maine today.

Garage Door Sales and Service in Southern Maine

Did you know Belanger & Sons Garage Door Co. In Biddeford Maine, services York County, Cumberland County and most of The coastal region of Southern Maine.
Belanger & Sons is proud to offer Liftmaster Garage Door Openers.  Liftmaster is the premier garage door opener in the industry.

Time to Service your garage Door

Belanger & Sons....Sales, Service & Installation of garage doors and garage door openers in Southern Maine.... Since 1975.

Serving Biddeford, Saco, Kennebunk, Kennebunkport, Scarborough, Old Orchard Beach, Sanford, Alfred, York, Kittery, York and Cumberland Counties since 1975

Garage Door Sales and Service in Southern Maine

Belanger & Sons Overhead Garage Door Co llc. 207-286-9991  Serving All of  York & Cumberland Counties. SALES, SERVICE & REPAIR OF ALL MAKES AND MODELS.   WE OFFER A DIVERSE LINE-UP OF PRODUCTS From several manufactures.  Including Amarr, Haas and Carriage House Door to name a few.

 

Belanger & Sons Garage Door Co., a locally owned and operated family business, has been offering sales, service and installation of quality overhead garage doors and radio-controlled garage door openers since 1975.

 

In January 2004, John Belanger, the founder, retired. Moe and Tammy Belanger, John’s oldest son and daughter-in-law, took over the day-to-day operations and moved the business to its current location at 320 Guinea Road in Biddeford, ME. Moe and Tammy’s  youngest son Devin, is now in his 7th year as an installer. Vast knowledge and experience from three generations allow excellent service and expertise that sets Belanger & Sons apart from the others.

 

Belanger & Sons have access to most doors in the industry. Their primary supplier, Amarr Garage Door Co. provides Belanger the ability to offer steel, wood and wood composite products to meet any look or budget. For your residential and commercial needs, from un-insulated to high R-value insulation, Moe and Tammy can meet your demand. Have a custom design in mind? Maybe the popular carriage house style? Ask Belangers Overhead garage door company. From attached to detached residential garages, from pole barns to mini storage, from fire department to warehouse doors, come to Belanger & Sons.

 

As for safety, place your trust in Belanger & Sons. Installing and maintaining the largest moving part of your home or business should be left to the experts. Belanger uses state of the art hardware to reduce the risk of serious injury. For your first time installations (new construction) to your replacement applications (updating) or your service work, you can count on the experts at Belanger & Sons.

 

Need an overhead garage door, automatic garage door opener or door service? Contact the experts at Belanger & Sons.  (207) 286-9991. Fax at (207) 283-2895. While exploring the internet, be sure to stop by and visit www.belangergaragedoor.com and leave a message at doors4u@maine.rr.com. For your convenience, Belanger accepts Visa and Mastercard. Area served: Southern Maine: Biddeford, Hollis, Old Orchard, Saco, Scarborough, Sanford, York, Wells, Ogunquit, Portland and surrounding areas.  We also serve Gray, New Gloucester, Bath Brunswick and many other Coastal Maine towns 

Belanger & SOns Garage Door Co. Biddeford Maine

Snow In October........Time for a Garage Door Tune-Up

Wow, Its Only October and we have had our first snow of the season.  Just like your car, your garage door needs regular lubrication and maintenance to keep it running smoothly. So if you don't want to have to get out of your car in a raging snow storm and freeze your fingers off in zero degree weather, its time to call and schedule that tune-up today! Belanger & Sons @ 207.286.9991 or doors4u@maine.rr.com
www.maineoverheadgaragedoors.com  www.belangergaragedoor.com

Belanger & Sons Dedicated to you since 1975

Dedicated to providing the highest quality products and professional installation supported by excellent customer service before and after the sale. Belanger & Sons is a Maine-based company that provides and services residential and commercial overhead door products and automatic entry systems to customers in Southern and Coastal Maine. In addition, we provide reliable, prompt installation and service for all garage door-related products We are committed to being industry leaders and to providing the best products and service possible to our customers. For over 35 years, we at Belanger & Sons have worked to ensure that our customers are getting the products that meet both their expectations and their needs. We have garage doors that will fit every budget.
www.belangergaragedoor.com or www.maineoverheadgaragedoors.com

Happy Birthday Devin

Belanger & Sons Garage Door Company is giving a big Birthday Shout-Out to Devin Belanger our Son and Installer.  Happy 23rd Birthday to an incredible, kind, smart, talented and generous young man.  We love you!!!

Service with a Smile

Belanger & Sons Garage Door Co. llc., Biddeford, ME


Belanger & sons garage door co. llc. continued success depends on your satisfaction and our pledge is to provide you with the finest finished product quality and service, not lessened to meet competitive prices. Belanger & sons garage door co. llc. is a full service garage door company serving Biddeford, ME and the greater Portland Maine area, including the Cumberland and York County areas. Belanger & sons garage door co. llc. provides everything from garage doors, parts and garage door opener parts. Belanger & sons garage door co. llc. offers prompt and reliable service for all sales, repairs and installations. At Belanger & sons garage door co. llc., we take pride in customer satisfaction and our premium services. Belanger & sons garage door co. llc. value and appreciate the confidence our customers have in us. We know that we must earn your trust, which can only be done by our showing you what we can do. Belanger & sons garage door co. llc. provide repair and maintenance services to our hundreds of customers, in any garage door problem or emergency. Call us at (207) 286-9991 to discuss  Garage Door questions or problems you have. Belanger & sons garage door co. llc. is located at 320 Guinea Rd, Biddeford, ME 04005

Thank you for giving Belanger & Sons the opportunity to earn your business.  We know that in todays economy every penny counts.

http://www.belangergaragedoor.com/ or http://www.maineoverheadgaragedoors.com/

Belanger & Sons Garage Door Company Established in 1975

Established in 1975, Belanger & Sons Garage Door, a local family-owned company, brings a combination of experience, craftsmanship, and professional integrity to every customer interaction. By maintaining customer satisfaction,Belanger & Sons Garage Door Company  has a team of honest professionals that guarantees high-quality service at a fair price.

We have had the privilege of serving many generations within the same families on many occasions through the years, and have strived to build this kind of trust. Every customer is important to us, and we want to be able to serve you not only today, but in the years ahead as well. To do that, we must make sure we get the job done right the first time. Total customer satisfaction is the only way to achieve our goals, so let me tell you a little about ourselves, and what we have to offer besides just a commitment to great service.

Contact us at 207.286.9991 or www.belangergaragedoor.com, We look forward to serving you

Belanger & Sons Garage Door Company Since 1975

Belanger & Sons Garage Door Co. Since 1975

Belanger & Sons Overhead Garage Doors is a family owned and operated distributor and installer of residential and commercial garage doors and garage door openers with over 35 years of combined experience . With access to all the major garage door manufacturers including Amarr, Haas Door, Wayne Dalton, Clopay, and Carriage House Door, Belanger & Sons Garage Door will work step by step with homeowners or project managers to find a door that fits their budget, personal tastes as well as curb appeal of their house.

 

We have proven expertise in every aspect of garage door selection, installation, maintenance, service and repair.  This means that we can assist you in finding exactly the right garage door to meet your needs. Belanger & Sons Garage Door Company is committed to providing each customer an unbeatable product line-up from a variety of materials including steel, wood, vinyl, and fiberglass all with world class service. Customer satisfaction is our top priority. 

 

Belanger & Sons has an extensive collection that can be viewed at www.belangergaragedoor.com, you can also call us for a FREE consultaion and quote at 207.286.9991 or doors4u@maine.rr.com

 

Curb Appeal & your Garage Door

Curb Appeal
Simply defined, curb appeal is the first impression the house makes from the outside. It is a term that real estate agents use frequently when helping homeowners who are about to sell their home. Because many house-hunters do make up their minds about a house before they even enter it, realtors do emphasize the importance of a home's exterior appearance.  

 The Garage Door
The most noticeable architectural element of today's home is the garage door. Many houses are designed with garages that are visible from the street. If the garage holds two or more cars, then it is a dominant feature. What does yours look like?

Replacing an old, worn-out garage door with the latest carriage house-style door can totally change the look of your home. In fact, this can do almost more than any other improvement to dress-up the exterior – especially one with a front-facing garage. And replacing your garage door with a new upscale model may even boost the resale value of your home. A recent online survey revealed that a whopping 71% of homeowners who recently replaced their garage door believe it definitely increased the value of their home.

This is a project that needs professional assistance. The good news is the replacement job takes less than half a day to complete, and the installer hauls away the old garage door for you.

If you have not been in the market for a garage door, then you have a surprise coming to you. Today's garage doors are better insulated and stronger as well as safer. And there is an amazing range of styles, colors and new materials from which to choose – wood, steel, fiberglass, or even molded plastic. Take time to learn the advantages of each material. Even the window treatments on these doors have been redesigned to match your own window style. 

Let our experts help you improve the curb appeal of your house and increase the resale value.  Call Belanger & Sons Garage Door Company today for a free estimate or visit us at www.belangergaragedoor.com or www.maineoverheadgaragedoors.com

Fall Tune-Up Special

Belanger & Sons Overhead Garage Door Company is running a fall Tune-Up special Call today to schedule your Fall tune up special

Carriage House Door Specialist

Belanger & Sons garage door company sells Amarr Classica carriage house doors and Amarr by design carriage house doors. Call or email today for more information. 207-286-9991 or doors4u@maine.rr.com
See more at http://www.belangergaragedoor.com/

Garage Door Opener safety

Here are some helpful safety tips. This list is not intended to be a comprehensive list of every safety precaution. Always consult your manufacturer’s installation or instruction manual for safety information about your model.


FOR GARAGE DOOR OPENERS

1. Do It Yourself? Installing a garage door opener is generally easier and safer than installing a garage door. But improper installation can create a hazardous situation. DASMA recommends that a trained door system technician install your opener. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions carefully.
   
   
2. Not in Sight? Not Safe! When closing your automatic garage door with a push button or a remote control transmitter, you should always watch the door until it completely closes. Reason: Make sure no person or animal gets caught under a closing door. Take a few seconds to be safe.
   
   
3. Do You Have a Reinforcement Bracket? Some do-it-yourselfers neglect to install an opener reinforcement bracket to the top section of the door. Failure to do so can damage your door. Do-it-yourselfers should check the installation manual for specific instructions.
   
   
4. Get a More Powerful Opener? If your door feels heavy or requires two hands to open it, the door is probably out of balance and needs adjustment. A variety of problems can cause this, and if you try to fix it yourself, you could get hurt. Call a local trained door systems technician to diagnose the problem and offer a solution. The answer is not a more powerful garage door opener. Openers are designed to open doors that are properly balanced.
   
   
5. Sensitivity Training. Garage door openers are designed to reverse direction when a descending garage door meets an obstruction. If your door does not reverse readily after contacting an obstruction, the opener’s sensitivity adjustment may be set improperly. This can create a dangerous situation. See your owner’s manual for how to adjust your opener’s sensitivity. DASMA recommends that a trained door systems technician perform this work.
   
   
6. Safety Reverse. Since 1993, all openers manufactured for the U.S. must include a second safety reversing feature such as photoelectric eyes. These are installed near the floor. Once the invisible beam is broken, the door reverses automatically. If your opener lacks a similar safety reversing feature, it’s time to get a new opener.
   
   
7. The Six-Inch Rule. The photo eyes mentioned above should not be installed higher than six inches above the garage floor. If the eyes are installed higher, a person or pet could get under the beam and not be detected by the photo eyes.
   
   
8. The Five-Foot Rule. The wall push button for your garage door opener should be mounted at least five feet above the floor, out of the reach of children. Running under a closing door can be a deadly game. Teach your children never to play with opening and closing the door.
   
   
9. Do You Know Where Your Remote Controls Are? For the reasons just mentioned, keep the remote controls for your openers where children cannot play with them. Warn children of the dangers of playing with the garage door. For security reasons, be sure to keep your remote controls locked up. If you park a car outside your garage, be sure to lock your car so that potential burglars cannot access your remote control and gain easy access to your garage.
   
   
10. Rolling Codes. Some thieves are able to "record" your transmitter’s signal. Later, after you’re gone, they replay that signal and open your door. However, if your transmitter (the remote control) has rolling code technology, the code changes after every use. This renders the thieves' controls useless. Contact your garage door opener manufacturer or your local garage door dealer for more information.

This information is from the DASMA website.

Fall Tune-ups and Overhead Garage Door Safety

Safety Tips



Here are some helpful safety tips. This list is not intended to be a comprehensive list of every safety precaution. Always consult your manufacturer’s installation or instruction manual for safety information about your model.

1.  Replace Old Springs. Your garage door’s springs are arguably the most important and most dangerous part of your door. Springs wear out. When they break, injury can result. If you have an older garage door, have your springs inspected by a professional technician and replaced if needed. If your door has two springs, replace both, even if one is not broken. This will not only prevent any damage caused by the breaking of the second spring, but also keep your door working efficiently.
   
   
2. Check Your Cables. Visually inspect the cables that attach the spring system to the bottom brackets on both sides of the door. If these cables are frayed or worn, they are in danger of breaking, which can cause injury. Due to the dangers associated with high spring tension, these cables should be replaced only by a trained technician.
   
   
3. Squeaky Springs? Springs can squeak and be noisy. This is caused by normal use and does not necessarily indicate a problem. Before calling a professional service technician, use a spray-on lubricant (recommended especially for garage doors). If the noise persists, call a professional garage door installer for service.
   
   
4. A Do-It-Yourselfer, Eh? Installing a garage door can be very dangerous and is not recommended for a novice. DASMA recommends that trained door systems technicians install garage doors. If you attempt the installation by yourself, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s installation instructions carefully.
   
   
5. Safety Cables. If your garage door has extension springs, you need a safety cable that runs through the spring and secures to the wall or ceiling at each end. When your garage door is down, extension springs are under high tension. If the spring breaks, it may cause injury. A safety cable can keep that broken spring contained. If you have extension springs but do not have a safety cable, call your local dealer for a safety inspection.
   
   
6. Struggling Door? If your door does not go up and down smoothly, you may have an unsafe condition. Even older door systems should operate smoothly. If the awkward operation continues when the door is manually operated, you may have a spring system that is out of balance. This can cause premature wear and tear on other important door components. Spring systems are dangerous and should be repaired only by trained professionals.
   
   
7. Watch Your Fingers! Every year, many unsuspecting homeowners injure their fingers by placing them between the door sections to pull down on the door. According to DASMA Standard 116, if your door lacks pinch-resistant joints, you should have lift handles or suitable gripping points on the inside and outside of the door. Even if your door has an opener, the door must occasionally be operated manually. Never place your fingers between the door sections. If you manually open or close the door, use the handles or the safe gripping points!
   
   
8. Tamper Resistant Brackets. Since the bottom brackets on a garage door are connected to the door’s springs, these brackets are under extreme tension. They should be adjusted or loosened only by a trained door systems technician. Many manufacturers now include tamper resistant hardware that prevents loosening of the brackets by a novice.
   
   
9. Use the Old Track? When buying a replacement garage door, some homeowners are tempted to save a few dollars by putting the new door on the old track. However, your old track may not fit with your new door, depending on the thickness of your sections, the weight of the door, the headroom required, the location of the garage door opener, and other considerations. The track and sections work together as a system. For maximum performance and long life, you should use the track that is designed for your specific door.
   
   
10. Regular Service. Your garage door is probably the largest moving part in your home and is typically used every day. Over time, parts can wear out and break, creating potential safety problems. Although you should provide monthly safety checks and maintenance to your garage door system, an annual visit from a trained door systems technician can keep your door operating safely and smoothly for a long time.
    
    
11. Man the Manual. Keep the owner's manuals for your door and opener hanging near the door for easy reference. Every model of door and opener has specific safety instructions unique to that model. Where is your manual?

Belanger & Sons, Always the right choice

Belanger & Sons Overhead Garage Door Co llc. 207-286-9991  Serving All of  York & Cumberland Counties. SALES, SERVICE & REPAIR OF ALL MAKES AND MODELS.   WE OFFER A DIVERSE LINE-UP OF PRODUCTS From several manufactures.  Including Amarr, and Jeldwen to name a few

 

Belanger & Sons Garage Door Co., a locally owned and operated family business, has been offering sales, service and installation of quality garage doors and radio-controlled door openers since 1975.

 

In January 2004, John Belanger, the founder, retired. Moe and Tammy Belanger, John’s oldest son and daughter-in-law, took over the day-to-day operations and moved the business to its current location at 320 Guinea Road in Biddeford, ME. Moe and Tammy’s youngest son Devin, is in his seventh year as an installer. Vast knowledge and experience from three generations allow excellent service and expertise that sets Belanger & Sons apart from the others.

 

Belanger & Sons have access to most doors in the industry. Their primary supplier, Amarr Garage Door Co. provides Belanger the ability to offer steel, wood and wood composite products to meet any look or budget. For your residential and commercial needs, from un-insulated to high R-value insulation, Moe and Tammy can meet your demand. Have a custom design in mind? Maybe the popular carriage house style? Ask Belanger. From attached to detached residential garages, from pole barns to mini storage, from fire department to warehouse doors, come to Belanger & Sons.

 

As for safety, place your trust in Belanger & Sons. Installing and maintaining the largest moving part of your home or business should be left to the experts. Belanger uses state of the art hardware to reduce the risk of serious injury. For your first time installations (new construction) to your replacement applications (updating) or your service work, you can count on the experts at Belanger & Sons.

 

Need a garage door, garage door opener or door service? Contact the experts at Belanger & Sons. Toll free in Maine (800) 597-9794, or (207) 286-9991. Fax at (207) 283-2895. While exploring the internet, be sure to stop by and visit www.belangergaragedoor.com and leave a message at doors4u@maine.rr.com. For

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Garage door maintenance

These are some things you should do twice a year or so to keep your garage door well maintained. This is the BIGGEST movong part in your home!!!! Just like a car with all its movong parts, your garage door is no different. this list is not meant to be all inclusive and it soesnt guarantee your door will never need to be serviced.

1.Give all rollers, hinges, roller tracks, hinges, and latches a good squirt with a silcone based lubricant. Lubricate the pulleys on extension-spring openers and the bearings on torsion-spring openers. Spray your springs while the door is open, then spray them again while it is closed to insure sufficient coverage.

2.Garage door maintenance is often needed on the door opener. If your garage door opener is operated by a chain or drive screw, apply the same lubricant to the full length.

5.Check any weatherstripping along the sides of the doors. Adjust if it is jamming against the sides, and replace if necessary. Your local door dealer should have this in stock.

6.If your garage door is wood and it doesn't have bottom weatherstripping, make sure it has been sealed or painted. Touch up as needed, and consider adding weatherstripping. You can also find this at your local garage door dealer.

Make garage door maintenance an bi-annual project (spring & fall are good times).

Garage Door Safety 2011

Well its that time again. Time to gear up for the spring melt and clean-up. Its also time to think about your garage door safety. You will be spending alot of time going in and out of your garage as you clean up from all the salt and sand of the winter months. So here is something for you.

Through the International Door Association (IDA) and the Door and Access Systems Manufacturers Association (DASMA), the Overhead Door Corporation has prepared this list of garage door safety tips for keeping everyone and everything safe and secure.

1. Make sure the garage door opener control button is out of the reach of small children.
2. Do not let children play with garage door remote controls.
3. Consult the owner’s manual and learn how to use the garage door’s emergency release feature.
4. Visually inspect the garage door each month. Look at springs, cables, rollers and pulleys for signs of wear. Do not attempt to remove, adjust or repair these parts or anything attached to them. A trained door repairman must make adjustments to these parts, which are under high tension.
5. Test the garage door opener’s reversing mechanism monthly by placing a 2 x 4 board or a roll of paper towels in the door’s path. If the door does not reverse after contacting the object, call a qualified garage door professional for repair. If the opener has not been replaced since 1993, seriously consider a new one with auto-reverse as a standard feature.
6. Never place fingers between door sections and explain the dangers to children. If you have small children, consider a door with panels that can’t pinch.
7. Do not leave the garage door partially open. When activated again, it may travel downward and come in contact with an object in its path. This also impacts your home’s security as well.
8. While on vacation, unplug the garage door opener unit or use a vacation lock console security switch, which renders remotes unusable and is an optional accessory to most openers.
9. If the opener does not have rolling-code technology, which changes the access codes each time the opener is used to prevent code grabbing, be sure to change the manufacturer’s standard access codes on the opener and remote control, or consider investing in a newer model with more safety and security features that are now standard.
10. A new trend in home invasion is gaining access to the home by stealing the opener or car. Never leave the remote control in the car or with a parking attendant. Consider using a key chain remote and always lock the entry to the inside of your home – especially if your opener is programmed to your vehicle. It is a small inconvenience for safety and security.

This list is not all inclusive. This list is not something I out together myself, but is compliments of DASMA and IDA, two of the governing bodies of garage door companies and installers.