The calendar says spring, but many of us will still be experiencing cold winter weather conditions for the next few weeks. Pulling into your home and seeing your garage door is a welcome sign that you’re about to escape the chill, but these icy conditions can cause it to malfunction.

Automatic Garage Door Repair Service, located in Monroe Country, NY, shares four potential problems that often arise when the temperature drops:

Too Much Grease

It can be tempting to use liberal amounts of lubricant when your garage door seems to stick during the winter. However, too much of this grease can throw your rollers out of alignment. Make it easier to open and close your door smoothly by finding the right balance.

Hardened Grease

Unfortunately, the grease used to easily open and close your garage door doesn’t always work well when subjected to cold temperatures. The lubricators used in garages are intended to be used in hot conditions and can thicken excessively during the winter. A silicone-based oil is better suited for use during this season. Use a solvent to remove the hardened grease before replacing it with the alternative.

Shrinking Metal

Your garage door and its hardware are made from metal. Winter weather can cause metal to shrink, making it difficult to open and close your garage door properly. Use enough lubrication to coat your springs, the torsion ball bearings, and the screwdriver, but keep grease away from the tracks.

Warped Tracks

Winter weather’s extreme temperatures also run the risk of warping the tracks of your garage door. You’re also more likely to use your garage during this time of year, raising the chances of your tracks being worn down quickly with use. Call a reputable garage door repair professional to either replace or repair your tracks.

If you have a broken garage door in your home, Automatic Garage Door Repair Service has provided repair services to the community for more than 35 years. The owner, Fred Stiffler, will complete every job, giving customers assurance that they are in the hands of an expert who has decades of experience. Learn more about the garage door repair services online, or call (585) 663-1180 to schedule an appointment.