Wind, Dust and Cold: Garage Door Problems in Lubbock
Windy springs, dust, hail and sharp cold snaps are all part of life in Lubbock. Each one is hard on a garage door in its own way.
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A garage door is the largest opening in most homes, and strong winds push hard on it. Wind-rated doors and bracing kits are available — ask a garage door professional what fits your door, and never stand under a door that is damaged or off track.
Dust in tracks and rollers
Blowing dust builds up in tracks and on rollers and turns grease into grit. Wipe the tracks clean (do not grease them) and use a light garage-door lubricant on rollers and hinges.
Hail dents
Hail can dent steel door panels. Small dents are cosmetic, but a badly bent panel can make the door bind. Photograph damage for your insurer.
Cold snaps and springs
Grease stiffens in the cold and springs work harder, so a worn spring often breaks on a cold morning. See how long garage door springs last.
Sensors and bright sun
Strong sunlight shining straight into a safety sensor can make the door reverse at certain times of day. Shading the sensor or swapping the sensor sides usually solves it. See garage door won’t close.
A twice-a-year checklist
Watch the door run, clean the tracks, lubricate moving parts, test the auto-reverse and replace worn seals. Or book a garage door tune-up.
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