Garage Door Weatherstripping: Why It Matters in Utah

Garage door weatherstripping in Utah is an important part of maintaining a cleaner and more comfortable home. It’s especially crucial considering the state experiences seasonal temperature fluctuations that can affect your indoor environment. Keeping the weatherstripping in good condition helps you enjoy its benefits for longer.

To learn more, read this quick guide from the team at Garage Pro Doors.

Benefits of Weatherstripping

Weather stripping may initially seem like it doesn’t do much. However, this seal that lines the sides, top, and bottom of your garage door offers many benefits for your garage and your house overall.

Weather Protection

Weatherstripping can allow you to maintain more stable indoor temperatures. While temperatures in Utah can vary by location, they generally fluctuate significantly by season. For example, the state’s average July high is about 90 degrees, while the average January low is 17 degrees. Without adequate weatherstripping, your home might feel much less comfortable.

Weatherstripping also provides protection against precipitation. Utah residents see an average of 43 inches of snow annually and approximately 15 inches of rain. If this moisture enters your garage, it could result in problems like mold growth and structural damage.

Noise Reduction

Homeowners in quiet communities and remote areas of Utah may not worry about noise reduction. However, elevated noise levels can be problematic in busier areas. When installed correctly, weatherstripping could reduce the amount of outdoor noise you hear while you’re in a closed garage. This is particularly helpful if you use your garage as a fitness area or a workspace.

Energy Efficiency

Garage door weatherstripping can create a seal around the door that helps keep conditioned indoor air from escaping and prevent outdoor air from entering. When left unaddressed, these drafts can contribute to significant strain on your HVAC system. However, proper weatherstripping could allow your system to work more efficiently. This offers several benefits, including helping to extend the equipment’s lifespan and reduce monthly utility costs. It may also help prevent problems that could result in repairs or unexpected system failures.

Dirt Control

Without adequate weatherstripping, the wind could blow dirt right into your garage. If you have an attached garage, residents may end up tracking debris into the house, or the wind could blow it in. Weatherstripping helps keep dirt and debris outside where it belongs.

Pest Prevention

Insects can fit in tiny gaps and holes, which is why it’s important to take steps to prevent them from entering. Weatherstripping can help. Sealing all sides of your garage door provides a barrier that could reduce the risk of insects like mosquitoes and spiders from entering.

Weatherstripping can also help safeguard your pets. In some situations, ticks and fleas could enter a garage and attach themselves to cats and/or dogs.

Multiple insects may try to enter your garage. Without proper protection on your garage door, you have a higher chance of an infestation, especially during spring and summer.

Garage Door Lifespan Extension

With proper care, garage doors typically last 15 to 30 years. Weatherstripping can help extend their lifespans. It can keep out moisture that could result in problems like warping and corrosion.

Scheduling annual professional maintenance is also important to maximize your garage door’s lifespan. We’ll perform various tasks during the appointment, including checking the weatherstripping. It usually needs replacing every 3 to 5 years.

DIY vs. Professional Weatherstripping Replacement

If your weatherstripping needs replacing, it’s best to let our professional team handle the task. We’ll install it correctly, so you can feel confident that there’s a tight seal around the garage door. Attempting a DIY replacement could lead to problems like improper sealing. If the weatherstripping is installed incorrectly, it reduces the chances that it will last the estimated 3 to 5 years.

Don’t wait to schedule an inspection or replacement of your garage door weatherstripping if it’s already old or failing. Taking prompt action ensures that we can assess its condition quickly and determine whether it’s adequate as is or needs replacing. If you’re also thinking about installing a new garage door, feel free to browse our work for design inspiration.

Contact us at Garage Pro Doors today in Logan or Ogden, UT, to schedule garage door services or request a free estimate.