Winter garage door preparations are very important in order to keep your door working for many years. Most homeowners use their garage door as the main entrance and exit of this home, which means they are opening and closing it many times per day. The more you use your garage door means the more maintenance that will need to be done.
Here is a list of winter garage door preparations to keep your garage door working for a long time.
1. Keep Your Garage Door Tracks Clean
The first garage door preparation you can do is to check your tracks from time to time. At Sterling Door, we recommend examining the condition of the tracks at the beginning of each season. You want to make sure nothing is in the way of the door smoothly going up and down the track. As a matter of fact, even a small obstruction can cause the door to become misaligned. To inspect the track, you will want to start by the ceiling and work your way down to the bottom part of the tracks. Then you’ll want to clean any dirt or debris with a rag off the tracks. Also, check to make sure there is no corrosion on the tracks. If you see corrosion, it might be time for new pair of tracks soon.
2. Examine Garage Door Hardware
Secondly, you will want to make sure all the bolts, nuts, screws and other parts of hardware are secure. After that any loose hardware should be tighten to avoid future issues. After that make sure the brackets carry the garage door tracks are in place, fasteners fastening the garage door opener and the garage door brackets in between the panels are in place. If you need any help with this, the technicians at Sterling Door are just a phone call away.
3. Check Garage Door Rollers
When performing your winter garage door preparations, you should also check the garage door rollers. The rollers are attached to the right and left sides of the garage door. They allow the door to move through the tracks when opening and closing. If the garage door rollers are in excellent condition, they should be silent and have smooth movement up and down the tracks. If you notice your door becoming noisier, it could be your rollers. If you think your garage door rollers need replacing, call the professionals at Sterling Door.
4. Keep Garage Door Lubricated
Lastly, you always want to make sure the moving parts of the garage door are clean and well-lubricated throughout the year. Lubricating the components of the garage door can help ensure a long lasting door.
If you need any assistance with winter garage door preparations, feel free to give us a call at 586-412-5600. Or you can email us at info@sterlinggaragedoor.com. We’re always here for you!
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