With winter right around the corner, homeowners throughout the greater Wisconsin Rapids, WI, area are preparing their homes for another cold season. One of the key places to focus on during your planning phase is your garage door. Doorworks, a local garage door installation and repair company, wants to remind their clients of these major weather-related issues and how to avoid them. 

Top 3 Garage Door Issues in Winter

Freezing to the Ground

After a snowstorm, ice and snow can easily build up around your garage. Overnight, it’s common for the door to freeze to the ground where it comes in contact with these snow piles, essentially sealing it shut. To avoid this inconvenient issue, clear snow away from the rubber bottom of your door before overnight temperatures drop. 

Shutting Issues

Winter often affects the limit setting on your garage door. This setting refers to how much pressure is behind the door when it closes and opens. The cold winter weather can cause the garage door to either not open or not shut properly. To adjust the limit setting so it can counteract the weather, always call a professional. These doors are very heavy and are dangerous to handle on your own.

Greasing Problems

When your garage door opener makes screeching sounds, some extra lubrication can combat the issue. However, once cold sets in, grease can thicken, making it increasingly more difficult for your unit to open and close. As a general rule of thumb, avoid lubricating gears in colder weather so you successfully avoid problems with thickening oils. 

To schedule a routine inspection or garage door repair before winter sets in, call Doorworks today at (715) 424-5777. Visit their website to find out why this Wisconsin Rapids, WI-based company is the area leader in all services related to garage doors.