There are many things that can go wrong with your garage door such as broken springs, bent rollers, misaligned tracks, or a number of other things. It’s important to take care of your Clermont garage door so that these small problems don’t turn into bigger problems; this can be done by getting yearly safety inspections. Even if you’re doing all the necessary maintenance, however, you may be forgetting about one factor: the weather. Cold weather can affect the functionality of your Clermont garage door, so it’s important to take the necessary steps to prevent your Clermont garage door from freezing.
Shovel
This may seem obvious, but it’s important to shovel if you want to prevent your Clermont garage door from freezing. If you don’t, the snow will likely freeze overnight and cause your garage door not to open.
Heater
Not only will a heater in your Clermont garage door stop your door from freezing, but it will also make your garage more comfortable during cold months, which allows you to spend more time in your garage.
Warm Up Car Outside of Garage
Many people will start their car in the garage and let it heat up before entering their car. This could be harmful, though, because the heat will melt any snow surrounding your Clermont garage door. As a result, the melted snow will refreeze, which could freeze shut your Clermont garage door.
Weather Seal
The purpose of a weather seal is to keep out outside weather conditions. If your weather seal has holes in it, it may be letting water and snow into your garage. Rodents may also try to enter through the broken weather seal to escape the cold.
Lubricate Moving Parts
Lubricants have water properties that drop the freezing point of water, which could help prevent your Clermont garage door from freezing. In addition, lubrication helps your garage door to function better regardless of the weather.
These tips will prevent your Clermont garage door from freezing during cold nights. If you have any questions about how to better maintain your Clermont garage door, contact us at Hudson Valley Overhead Doors & Operators.