For many, the garage is more than a place to park the car. It’s also where you store essential household items and work on a variety of projects. Because of this, keeping the garage at a comfortable temperature is an essential consideration during the winter. Here are ways that you can ensure that your garage door and other features help reduce heat loss.

Top Tips for Maintaining Heat in the Garage

1. Add Insulation to the Walls

Garage walls are often unfinished. While the exterior is covered with sheathing and siding, wall studs are exposed on the inside. If this is the case in your home, your first order of business should be adding fiberglass batting insulation in the spaces between the studs. Subsequently covering the walls with drywall or plywood finishes the look and improves heat retention.

2. Repair Weatherstripping

Check the weatherstripping around the garage door and other windows and doors. Weatherstripping has a tendency to crack and become brittle over the years, which makes it easier for air leaks to occur. Inspect all weatherstripping, remove damaged areas, and apply new strips or caulk to help trap interior air.

3. Repair or Replace the Door

An old or damaged garage door can be a significant source of heat loss. Ensure that the door closes properly to create an airtight seal against outside air. If you are updating your garage door, consider installing an insulated door, which further mitigates heat loss.

Whether you need spring repairs or a brand new garage door installation, count on CGX Overhead Door in Eureka, MO, to deliver excellent results. They’ve served the St. Louis area since 2010, and their dedicated team has won multiple Super Service Awards from Angie’s List for their quality work. To learn more about their services, visit them online or call (314) 550-9212.