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With snow and winter temperatures quickly approaching, homeowners will depend on their garages more than ever to protect vehicles and equipment from inclement weather. Unfortunately, the cold season can negatively impact the performance of your overhead doors. Here’s a list of garage door repair services commonly performed during the winter months. 

How Does Cold Weather Affect Garage Doors?

1. Damaged Weatherstripping

When scraping snow and ice off of your driveway, the impact of shovels and snowblowers can damage the weatherstripping located at the bottom of your garage door. When weatherstripping is torn, snow and ice can make their way into your garage, resulting in safety hazards.

Plus, insulating this space will become increasingly more difficult. If the weatherstripping is cracked or has come loose, have it replaced.

2. Remote Sensor Malfunctions

Garage-Door-Repair-ServiceWhen overnight temperatures drop below freezing, the sensors inside your garage door opener can crack as a result. In this situation, your door won’t open and close when you hit the remote. Sensor replacement may be necessary in order to gain access to your garage. 

3. Ice Between Panels

Many garage door systems include two panels. During heavy snow or rainfall, moisture can make its way in between these panels and freeze when temperatures drop. Ice between panels can cause your door to lock up or move slower than normal. 

4. Broken Metal Components

Your garage door system includes metal components like springs, screws, and metal tracks. When exposed to cold temperatures, these pieces of equipment can shrink and seize up, especially if they aren’t properly lubricated.

Brittle, dry metal can break in freezing weather and lead to opener malfunctions or jams. Replacing broken metal pieces and adding lubricant to all moving parts can restore operations. 

 

If you’re experiencing any of the problems outlined above, count on Automatic Garage Door Repair Service for quality assistance at fair prices. Based in the heart of Rochester, NY, they've served clients throughout Monroe County for over 35 years. Trust this fully licensed and insured team to fix your broken garage door in a timely manner. To secure an honest garage door repair service quote, call today at (585) 663-1180. Learn more about their services on their website.

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