Weather stripping is essential on your garage door to defend your home from the elements. Over time, it can break down and deteriorate, which allows critters and rain into your home. Replacing these weather seals will give you peace of mind and comfort knowing your garage is being protected.
Learn how to replace your garage door weather stripping by following these few easy steps.
1. Remove Old Stripping
To begin the removal process, you’ll have to remove your current stripping. Start by inserting your chosen tool beneath the edge of your current weather seals. Then, push the tool away from your body so that the end beneath the strip moves toward you, lifting the nail and strip with it. Doing this near each nail on the strip ensures a clean, damage-free removal. Once you have the first one off, you can repeat this same process for the rest of your seals.
2. Measure And Cut
You can save some time by laying your old weather seal on top of your new one and using a pencil to trace how much you’ll need to use on the new one. Cut using a box knife or a hand saw to trim it down to the size you need. It’s wise to cut your side pieces about 1/4-inch shorter than your garage height to prevent them from touching the ground, which could make them collect water and possibly rot.
3. Installing New Stripping
You should attach the top weather seal to your garage door frame first. With your door closed, ensure your weather sealing is flush and firmly pressed against the door and fasten it using nails or screws. Tap nails partially allowing some room to adjust before finally nailing completely.
Replace Your Garage Door Weather Stripping With Garage Doors R Us
Whether you’re missing a weather strip on your garage door or you want to update your current seal, Garage Doors R Us is ready to help. We have been operating since 2006 and provide garage door repair services to homeowners across Central Florida. If you have any questions about weather sealing your garage door, we’re glad to help.
Do you live in the Orlando area? We are happy to install weather stripping or perform any
garage door repair services for you. Call us at (407) 592-0339 or schedule an appointment online today!
