Grand Rapids Garage Door Maintenance Calendar

January

Deep winter

0 of 3 done

Clear snow from the door before closing.
Wipe ice off safety sensors.
Listen for strain when the door lifts.

February

Lake-effect snow

0 of 3 done

Keep tracks free of ice.
Don't force a frozen door.
Check the bottom seal.

March

Thaw

0 of 3 done

Watch for water under the door.
Clean salt and grime off the door.
Book a spring tune-up.

April

Spring

0 of 3 done

Lubricate rollers and hinges.
Test the safety reverse.
Check for rust.

May

Mild

0 of 3 done

Wash the door.
Check weatherstripping.
Test the remote batteries.

June

Warm

0 of 3 done

Check the opener's chain or belt.
Look for loose hardware.
Keep the sensors clear.

July

Humid

0 of 3 done

Look for rust on springs.
Check balance by hand.
Clean the tracks.

August

Late summer

0 of 3 done

Plan door replacement before winter.
Check cables for fraying.
Inspect panels.

September

Fall

0 of 3 done

Replace worn seals.
Schedule a tune-up.
Test the battery backup.

October

Before snow

0 of 3 done

Lubricate moving parts.
Clear leaves from the opening.
Check threshold seals.

November

First snow

0 of 3 done

Keep a shovel near the door.
Check the opener force setting is normal.
Watch for mice getting in.

December

Winter

0 of 3 done

Clear snow before closing.
Listen for spring problems.
Keep the manual release handy.

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