Think this would look good in your home? This garage door is a Standard+ Shaker-Flat XL, 9' x 8', Black, Clear windows.
Prevent unwanted elements from getting into your garage.
Whatever the size of the gap below your garage door, it can be an entrance for mice, insects, or other critters that you don’t want in your garage. Even the tiniest of pests can destroy your treasured possessions.
A garage can also be exposed to rain, sand, and cold winds, which can lead to increased utility costs. Getting moisture into your home through your garage door, floor, or windows can also be problematic.
Fortunately, there's nothing to worry about! You can count on us for solutions! Here are our 3 tips for keeping your garage door fully sealed off year-round.
1- Replace your garage door weatherstripping
What exactly is the weatherstrip for?
To keep the cold out of your garage, garage door weatherstrip are a strip of rubber, PVC, or other material that is placed around the perimeter of your door. You will have to choose a seal depending on the type of garage door you have. Your garage door will be better insulated and is more durable if you do this.
A u-shaped bottom weatherstripping is flexible and adaptable to all floors thanks to its u-shaped design. It should be made from a non-rigid material, such as PVC or rubber, and should be easy to install. What if I told you that it can withstand harsh winters for -62℉ (-52℃) when exposed to strong winds?
The bottom weatherstripping of a U-shaped roof looks like this! Not bad, right?
When should you change your weatherstripping?
Your bottom weatherstrip should be replaced if it is starting to separate, cracked or dries out. We strongly recommend annual seal inspections, especially before the Fall and Winter seasons, to determine the condition of the seals and detect any possible air infiltration.
Regular maintenance of your garage door parts will help you avoid unplanned expenses and keep them in great working order. As a result, your family may be protected from potential harm or even intruders.
Tip: Don’t forget, a lubricant can help you improve your garage door maintenance routine!
PVC parts like weatherstrippings should be fitted with a silicone-based sealant. By using petroleum-based lubricants, the material will harden, resulting in reduced durability. Garage doors need to be lubricated at least twice a year. Why is this the case?
- You should inspect your garage door in the spring to see if there are any defective parts. In order to prevent malfunction, replace any substandard materials as quickly as possible.
- For your garage to be protected from winter damage, you should prepare it in the fall. By doing this, you will reduce the risk of corrosion caused by water from melted snow, and cold temperature issues will diminish.
Choose the weatherstrip that will work best for you! Depending on where you buy the materials, the quality will vary. The best solution for you is to consult a professional to ensure you are getting the best results.
How can you change the bottom weatherstripping?
If you have all the necessary replacement parts, you can replace your bottom weatherstrip yourself. This website provides simple steps for replacing it and ensuring you do not forget anything.
For better efficiency and reliability, it is suggested to call a garage door specialist. The experts have years of experience in installing garage doors and know how to do its parts.
2- Take a look at what condition your floor is in.
To have a door threshold that works properly, you need to replace the weather stripping at the bottom. This will help prevent water getting under your door. By draining the water outward, inward slopes are used.
Outside
A driveway with an outward slope will channel rainwater and melted snow away from your garage and toward the street.
Inside
Your threshold needs to be placed on a flat, crack-free floor. If you have an uneven floor, you can adjust your U-shaped bottom weatherstrip to work.
For a concrete floor that is uneven, there are also garage door seal strips available for compensation. Since threshold seals are made of flexible rubber, they are very easy to install. It is just a matter of cutting it to length and gluing it down!
The finishes available for concrete floors also vary according to the space and usage of the floor. All of them are durable and very resistant!
- Epoxy: Add your own touch of creativity by choosing from the many colors and designs available! Epoxy is also a great option for ensuring your floors are more durable.
- Paint: You can paint your concrete floors to refresh them and make them look more appealing. Paint is also easy to clean and non-slip!
- Tiles: For a garage, you should use tiles that are rigid and made from rubber, plastic, or wood. They’re also a great option for anyone who doesn’t want to repair their garage floor.
- Mats: Add a roll-out mat to your garage floor for a simple way to cover it. Depending on the purpose of your garage, a specific type of material might be recommended for matting.
Concrete cracks
There are several types of cracks, and it can be difficult to distinguish which ones are most concerning. To learn more about cracks and solutions to repair them, read this blog:
- Cold joints
During the flooring process, there may be multiple batches of concrete mixed that do not blend together well because one has already hardened when the next is added.
- Cracks during foundation settling or construction
House construction can cause cracks that may appear a few years after completion. Houses settling will naturally cause some cracks. These aren’t a big concern unless they threaten the structural integrity of your home.
- Hairline cracks
Hairline cracks are very small and often unnoticeable. A concrete surface that is improperly prepared, compaction that isn’t up to par, or wire mesh in the walls can cause these types of cracks.
Do you know what might be causing cracks like this in your concrete? Should you be concerned about it? Image from Pixabay that works properly, you need to replace the weather stripping at the bottom. This will help prevent water getting under your door. By draining the water outward, inward slopes are used.
Tip 1: Unfortunately, the nature of concrete means it does fracture over time. However, you can, at the very least, control where concrete will crack. For this purpose, you can linearly cut control joints so that the fissures do not diverge.
Tip 2: Be on the lookout for any cracks in the floor while you are cleaning it. Check to see if they are caused by foundational problems or other serious issues you should be concerned about. Serious cracks will need to be fixed to make sure your garage is safe and sturdy.
3- Your garage door opener should be adjusted.
Your electric garage door opener will need to be adjusted once everything has been set up. Weatherstrips must fit tightly against the floor and not be crushed when they touch the threshold.
In your garage door opener manual, you can review the adjustment settings. It is important to check that your garage door is still working correctly after modifications have been made to the Protector System and Safety Reversal System.
You should check your work by seeing if you can easily slip your fingers between the weatherstripping and the garage door threshold, confirming that you have followed the installation directions correctly.
Interested in this garage door? This garage door is a Cambridge CM, 9' x 7', Ice White door and overlays, 4 lite Panoramic windows.
Speak with our professionals today!
Get in touch with our professionals when you need garage door assistance. All garage door types can be repaired and installed perfectly by our certified technicians. You might also get advice on how to replace your weatherstrips or learn how to fix them yourself.
With All-Mont Garage Doors, your garage door will last for decades and resist any climate!
Customize a garage door to suit your needs.
In order to find a garage door that matches your home exterior, you must first determine what garage door style best suits you. You can then design the garage door of your dreams with our Design Centre according to your preferences. Browse our image gallery to see some of our previous accomplishments!
In addition to garage door installation and maintenance, we offer other services. Contact us now at 519-942-1956 and get your free quote by email! We cannot wait to help you with your new house project!
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