Is Your Garage Door Ready for Fall?
Seasonal Maintenance Checklist
As the leaves start to change and the temperatures begin to drop, fall is the perfect time to prepare your home for the upcoming colder months. One area homeowners often overlook is their garage door. Since your garage door is the largest moving part of your home and a key entry point, seasonal maintenance can help prevent unexpected breakdowns and costly repairs. At 614 Garage Door, we’ve put together a simple fall maintenance checklist to keep your garage door running smoothly and safely all season long.
1. Inspect Weatherstripping
Check the rubber weather seal at the bottom of your garage door. This strip keeps out leaves, cold drafts, rain, and even small pests. If it’s cracked or brittle, it’s time for a replacement to ensure proper insulation and protection.
2. Lubricate Moving Parts
Cooler weather can make metal components stiff and noisy. Apply a high-quality garage door lubricant to rollers, hinges, and tracks to keep everything moving quietly and efficiently.
3. Test the Balance of the Door
An unbalanced garage door strains the opener and can lead to serious wear and tear. Disconnect the opener and manually lift the door halfway—if it doesn’t stay in place, your door may be unbalanced and needs professional adjustment.
4. Clean the Tracks and Sensors
Fall means more dust, leaves, and debris. Wipe down the garage door tracks and clean the safety sensors to ensure smooth operation and prevent safety malfunctions.
5. Check the Opener and Remote Batteries
Cold weather often reduces battery life. Test your garage door opener and remotes now so you don’t get stuck in the driveway when the first frost hits.
6. Schedule a Professional Tune-Up
Even with regular homeowner maintenance, nothing beats a professional inspection. A seasonal tune-up from 614 Garage Door ensures your springs, cables, rollers, and opener are in top shape before winter arrives.
Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late
A little fall maintenance goes a long way in preventing inconvenient breakdowns and ensuring your garage door is ready for Ohio’s unpredictable winter weather.
If you notice unusual noises, sticking, or any signs of wear, give 614 Garage Door a call today at (614) 362-3667 to schedule your fall tune-up.
