Why Doesn’t my Garage Door Open in the Cold? Temperatures drop, but your garage door doesn’t work. Or it’s a cold morning, you’re trying to get to work, but your garage door won’t open. Several problems could be causing your garage door to stick in the cold. Most you can fix yourself, though more significant problems require a repair professional. Start by troubleshooting what the problem is: While your garage door is in the down position, disconnect the opener and try to raise the door manually. Check for spots where it sticks. This may show a grease buildup. Check for broken springs. If your garage door feels heavy to lift manually, you likely have a broken spring. You’ll need a garage door repair professional for this problem. If the door raises and lowers by hand easily, the opener’s force settings may need to be adjusted. Problem #1: Metal contracts Metal contracts in the cold weather, so the springs and other metal pieces can seize up.

If this is the problem, simply apply lubricant. Lubricate the springs, hinges, rollers and other moving parts. We suggest using a silicone-based lubricant. Problem #2: Hardened grease The grease hardens in colder weather. First remove the old grease using a grease solvent. Use a small brush, such a firm bristle toothbrush, to work into cracks. Wipe away solvent, and apply a silicone-based lubricant to the moving parts. Problem #3: Wear or misalignment, warped tracks The rollers can become worn down or misaligned in the tracks. Also, the tracks can become warped due to extreme temperatures or damage. You will need to call a garage door repair professional for either problem. Problem #4: Broken Springs Most garage door systems include a spring system which helps balance the weight of the door. Eventually, these springs will reach their lifecycle and break. This more often then not will occur in the winter months. A repair of this nature should be performed by trained professionals only.

Prevent your garage door from winter issues: Apply a spray solvent to rollers, hinges, roller tracks, hinges, and latches. Lubricate the pulleys or the bearings.If any rollers or hinges seem stuck, soak them in a solvent, using a stiff brush to clean the cracks. Apply a silicone-based lubricant to the springs, screw drive, shuttle, roller bearings and torsion bar bearings. Sign up for a Planned Maintenance Program! Garage Doors, Home Garage Doors, Maintenance, Repairs, Tips & Trickshollow metal door frame depths Overhead Door Company of Washington, DCentry door repair san antonio Serving Washington DC & Suburban Marylandwhite internal doors sheffield 151 Schooner Lane, Suite 27

Prince Frederick, MD 20678 8641 Virginia Meadows Drive Overhead Door Company of Central Virginia Serving the greater Richmond VA area Overhead Door Company of Harrisburg-York Serving the greater metropolitan Harrisburg PA area Serving the greater Hanover-York PA areaDid you know that the average American garage door opens and shuts over 1500 times a year? Similar to any other hard working home appliance, garage doors need maintenance to keep them opening and closing on demand. Before calling Gold Label Door, review the checklist below to troubleshoot what may be happening with your garage door. For more information about our garage door service offerings, please click here. Broken Garage Door Springs - If a garage door is stuck and won't open, this may mean that the torsion springs are broken. The springs are located above the door. Get a flashlight and see if you can tell if the spring is broken. Because garage doors are used as the front door in many homes, garage door springs break more often.

More use means shorter lifespans. Be careful, garage door springs are very powerful, and can prove quite dangerous for a homeowner attempting a DIY. For more information about broken spring replacement, click here. Cables - Garage door cables are made of steel and can wear out and become frayed due to constant use. The torsion springs wind or unwind the cables to open and close the doors. If the garage door is not opening or closing properly, check the cables. Frayed or broken cables can turn your garage door into a safety hazard. Call the professionals at Gold Label Door to replace your cables . While we are there, we will check all the components of your garage door to make sure they are in good working order. Balance - The garage door springs are what lift the door, not the opener. If the door can be easily lifted by one hand, it is in balance. The weight of the door and the torsion spring must be in sync. If they are not and the door becomes unbalanced, the torsion springs may need to be adjusted or replaced.

For your safety and the safety of your family, Gold Label Door strongly recommends contacting a professional for any work involving garage door springs. Hinges - Steel hinges can and do wear out. Check each hinge and confirm that they are screwed in tightly to the garage door. Worn out hinges should be replaced immediately to avoid future problems. Garage door hinges should periodically be lubricated with a silicon-based lubricant. Don't ever use WD-40; it is a solvent-based lubricant, and will eventually cause degradation to your door hardware. One of our technicians would be happy to come by and check your hinges, and other components of your garage door. Rollers - If your door makes a lot of noise when opening and closing, your rollers may be wearing out. Watch for rollers that wobble while the door is moving. This means that the bearings inside the roller are broken or may even be missing altogether. These rollers need to be replaced. For quieter operation, consider replacing all the steel rollers with smooth and durable nylon rollers.