Don’t Let Storm Flooding Ruin Your Garage:
Tips to Keep Water Out
Ohio summers come with plenty of heat — and even more surprise thunderstorms. If you’ve ever stepped into your garage after a summer storm and found a puddle (or worse), you’re not alone. Flooding doesn’t just create a mess; it can lead to serious damage to your garage door system, tools, storage, and even the foundation of your home.
Here are a few tips on how to protect your garage from storm flooding before the next downpour hits
1. Inspect and Replace Weatherstripping
That rubber strip along the bottom of your garage door? It’s your first line of defense. Over time, it cracks, flattens, or separates — letting water in. Replacing worn weatherstripping is a fast and affordable way to keep the water out and the dry in.
2. Make Sure Your Garage Door Sits Flush
If your door isn’t closing completely against the ground, water will find its way in. Warped panels, uneven tracks, or misaligned sensors can all cause small gaps that lead to big problems. Have a professional from 614 Garage Door inspect the door alignment before storm season peaks.
3. Seal Cracks in the Concrete
Water doesn't just come through the door — it can seep up from the floor. Check your garage floor and foundation for cracks and seal them with waterproof concrete filler. It’s a small step that can prevent major damage.
4. Improve Drainage Around the Garage
Take a walk around the perimeter of your garage during or after a storm. Is water pooling near the door? If so, it might be time to regrade the slope, install a trench drain, or add gutters and downspouts to redirect runoff.
5. Elevate What You Store
While prevention is key, protection is smart. Keep boxes, tools, and valuables off the floor using shelves or storage racks. If flooding does happen, you’ll save yourself from ruined belongings and a costly cleanup.
When in Doubt, Call the Pros
At 614 Garage Door. we’ve seen the damage Ohio storms can do — and we know how to prevent it. From installing new weather seals to inspecting and servicing your garage door system, we’ve got you covered.
Need help before the next storm? Call 614 Garage Door today at (614) 362-3667.
