2024-01-10 6 min read
# Preparing Your Garage Door for Winter: Essential Tips
New Hampshire winters are tough on garage doors. Proper preparation can prevent breakdowns when you need your garage door most.
Cold temperatures affect your garage door in several ways: - Metal components contract, Lubricants thicken, Weather seals become brittle, Springs lose tension
The rubber seal at the bottom of your door keeps out cold air, snow, and pests. Check for: - Cracks or gaps, Brittle sections, Missing pieces
Replace damaged weather stripping before temperatures drop.
Winter-grade lubricant won't thicken in cold weather. Apply to: - Hinges, Rollers, Springs, Chain or belt
A properly balanced door: 1. Disconnect the opener by pulling the emergency release 2. Lift the door halfway 3. It should stay in place without support
If it falls or rises, the springs need adjustment.
Cold weather may require adjusting your opener's force settings. The door should close completely without excessive force.
Cold weather stresses springs. Look for: - Visible rust, Gaps in the coils, Signs of stretching
Warning: Never attempt to adjust or replace springs yourself.they're under extreme tension. Contact our spring replacement experts for safe service.
Consider scheduling a professional maintenance visit before winter. Our technicians will: - Inspect all components, Adjust spring tension, Lubricate properly, Test safety features
Stay warm and safe this winter with a properly maintained garage door!