November tends to be a busy month for homeowners. It’s an excellent time to focus on what needs attention around your home before the cold weather arrives, and that includes your garage door.
Here are three simple maintenance tips that can help keep your garage door (and surrounding living space) in good shape all year long.
1. Deep-Clean Your Garage Door
The outside of your garage door is likely covered and dirt and grime by this time of year. If it’s been a while since it was last cleaned, go ahead and give it a good scrubbing with a mild detergent and a soft cloth or sponge.
This kind of TLC is great for any garage door, but it’s particularly useful for those with steel components, as regular cleanings help prevent rust and corrosion. Just make sure to rinse and dry your door thoroughly so your efforts don’t have the opposite effect.
2. Check for Loose Hardware
If you use your garage door a lot, you might find that some components, like nuts or screws, loosen over time. Check the hardware on your door for anything with too much play. Depending on where a particular component is located, you might be able to use a wrench or screwdriver to tighten it yourself.
However, if you’re having hardware issues and aren’t sure how to fix them, it’s always best to call a professional technician. Garage doors have many interconnected components that you don’t want to mess around with if you lack experience. Garage Door Maintenance is a breeze with DBar Garage Doors.
3. Replace the Weather Stripping
Last but not least, perform a wellness check for your weather stripping. This is the primary barrier between your garage and the outside world. It keeps not only cold air but also pests and moisture out of your living space.
Weather stripping can naturally degrade over time, and since September is usually mild, it presents an ideal opportunity to make a replacement.
Installing a new seal around your garage door will keep the interior much warmer, which is important if you have an attached garage. Either way, though, this simple tip will go a long way toward protecting your garage and everything inside.
Cross Garage Door Maintenance Off Your To-Do List
If it’s high time for professional garage door maintenance, the experts at DBar Garage Doors are just a phone call away. Reach out to our team today to schedule your September appointment and start the fall season off with a solid, top-performing garage door.
