01/11/2020
With the cold weather approaching, there are a few reasons why the cold weather could have your garage door stuck closed.
1. Broken springs tend to happen more in the cold weather as well. If the door feels heavier than normal when opened manually, you probably have a broken spring. You can also tell by looking at the springs and you will see where one split in half.
2. Grease tends to harden up in the cold, which can cause more friction and require other parts to work harder. wiping off the lubrication and using a grease solvent and applying fresh lubricate will help. We recommend a silicone based lubricant.
3. Weatherseal can freeze to the ground and the side of the house. Make sure that there is no standing water around the bottom of the garage door. If there is you can heat it up with a heat gun, hot water to melt the ice and free the door up. Be careful as adding water can cause more ice to refreeze and heating the metal garage door to hot could damage the door.
As always if you suspect you are having any issues with you Garage door or opener we recommend you call a professional to help you out.
We are happy to help and answer any questions you may have. Give us call with any of your overhead door question!
503-616-0317