A variety of external factors, such as temperature and humidity, can leave weather damage on garage doors and affect its condition. When you’re able to spot the signs of weather damage, you can schedule repairs sooner. In many cases, professional repairs can help you prevent bigger problems, such as the failure of your door.
Warped or Rotted Panels
A wood garage door adds beauty and authenticity to your home, but it also carries a few drawbacks. Especially in the Oregon climate, snow and rain can shorten the lifetime of the wood. If the door starts to look warped or feels soft, you might need more than repairs. One of the benefits of simulated wood is that it lasts longer in harsher climates while offering the same beauty as real wood.
Changes in the Door’s Movements
There are several components in your garage door that suffer greater wear and tear as a result of temperature variations. For example, frigid winter temperatures cause the springs and hinges in the door to contract.
Watch for greater tension as your door opens and closes. Your garage door technician can adjust the springs to account for the increased tension.
In the summer, hotter temperature causes metal to expand. This is a common issue that leads to misaligned door tracks. If the door seems uneven or doesn’t open smoothly, you may need maintenance services. Realigning the tracks will get rid of multiple symptoms.
The Door Won’t Close
If your garage door won’t fully close or reverses before it closes, you probably have a sensor glitch. In most cases, your technician can simply clean and realign the sensor. If this problem happens in the summer, it could be the result of heat exposure. Hot temperatures can damage the electrical components in the sensors.
You’ll probably have to replace a heat-damaged sensor. However, you can prevent this issue from affecting your sensor in the future by protecting the electronic components. The most cost-effective solution is to create shade around the sensor. Alternatively, you can ask your technician about insulating the sensor to guard against heat exposure.
Rust Starts to Form
Frequent and heavy rain speeds up the corrosion of metal. This means the door’s springs, tracks, and rollers all face significant risks of rusting. Regularly clean these parts and keep them lubricated. A special rust-resistant lubricant can slow down the process of corrosion.
Prevent Garage Door Problems With Pro Service
Larry Myers Garage Doors provides maintenance and repairs in addition to our comprehensive door installation services. We’ll give your door an annual inspection and tune-up to prepare it for use during the Portland area’s harshest seasons. Contact us to schedule service today!