Beat the Summer Heat: Garage Door Tips for a Cooler, Safer Garage
When the summer sun is blazing and your garage feels like a sauna, it’s more than just uncomfortable—it can cause damage to your belongings, affect your garage door’s performance, and even raise your energy bills. At 614 Garage Door, we’re here to help you keep your garage cooler and your door running smoothly during the hottest months of the year.
1. Inspect and Insulate Your Garage Door
Summer heat can sneak in through thin, uninsulated garage doors. Adding insulation to your garage door can help regulate the temperature and protect your tools, equipment, and anything else you store inside. 614 Garage Door offers garage door insulation upgrades that make a noticeable difference.
2. Seal the Cracks
Cracks or gaps around your garage door can let in hot air and pests. Check the weatherstripping around the edges of the door. If it’s brittle, cracked, or missing, give us a call—we’ll replace it quickly and help keep your garage sealed tight.
3. Consider a Ventilation Upgrade
Proper ventilation is key to keeping temperatures manageable. Whether it’s installing passive vents, an exhaust fan, or even a mini split A/C unit, improving airflow in your garage can prevent heat buildup and keep things more comfortable.
4. Schedule a Summer Maintenance Check
Heat can affect the performance of your garage door opener and springs. Metal parts expand, lubricants break down, and motors can overheat. Let our expert techs do a summer tune-up to ensure your door stays reliable when you need it most.
5. Install a Lighter-Colored or Reflective Door
If you’re thinking about upgrading your door, lighter colors or reflective finishes can help bounce sunlight away rather than absorbing heat like darker colors do. This small change can make a big impact on internal temps.
Don’t Sweat the Heat—Call 614 Garage Door
Need help prepping your garage for summer? Whether it’s insulation, sealing, or repairs, we’ve got your back.
Call us today at 614-362-3667 and stay cool all season long.
