Over time, your garage door will become loud, wear down, and show other signs of decline. If you don’t perform a regular inspection, these issues can occur much faster than you realize. To avoid this scenario, learn what to consider when determining whether any maintenance is required.
Garage Door Checklist: What to Look For Each Season
As you prepare to inspect your garage door each season, keep these checklist items in mind:
Spring
With warmer weather on the way for most of the country, now is the time to inspect the surface, hardware, tracks, panels, and related components. Make sure to check:
- Loose connections
- Damage
- Normal wear and tear
- Aesthetic imperfections that require painting or sanding
- Weather stripping for improved energy efficiency
- The door’s balance to ensure it stays in place
- The movement of the rollers and hinges should be lubricated as needed
Summer
Extreme heat can impact your garage door’s usability, so your checklist should include:
- Possible repainting for added protection against the hot sun
- Lubrication of the moving components (i.e., springs, rollers, tracks)
- Removing rust
- Replacing rollers if you discover they are damaged or worn
- Observing the sounds your garage door makes and any odd movements
- Replacing the batteries in your controls
- Checking to see if broken cables exist
- Keeping the garage temperature comfortable by replacing insulation
Fall
As cooler temperatures set in, it’s essential to prepare your garage door for the elements. Inspect the:
- Balance of the garage door so that misalignment can be detected and addressed by a professional
- Debris around your garage door to ensure no leaves clog the tracks and impede movement
- Rollers to determine if they need to be replaced because of wear and tear or damage
- Door panels to see if they are warped and need repairs or replacement
- Weather sealing to keep cold drafts out
- Hardware for rust, and make sure to remove it
- Moving components and lubricating them to ensure fluid motion
Winter
This time of year is often when your garage door is at its best, but continuing to inspect it for potential issues is essential to ensure it works properly. Make sure your checklist includes:
- Backup batteries for the control in case winter weather causes an outage
- Clearing any ice or snow from the tracks
- Replacing worn weatherstripping to seal cracks and any areas where cold air is seeping through
- Removing any dirt and debris from the moving components of your garage door
- Lubricating rollers frequently to ensure moving parts continue to work effortlessly
Inspecting your garage each season will help ensure it operates efficiently year-round, so don’t put it off. Instead, take the time to ensure proper repairs are completed before extreme weather hits.
About Adooring Designs
Our team at Adooring Designs cares about the aesthetics of your home, including your garage doors. As professionals overseeing your project, we don’t stop until you are satisfied with the results. If your repairs need professional attention, contact us via our website or call (817) 745-0522 to schedule a free in-home estimate.