Aug 12, 2026
Why the door stops working in the cold
Nine times out of ten it is not the opener, and it is a ten-minute fix.
Grease thickens in the cold and the rollers drag. Clean and re-lubricate with a light oil.
Rubber seals freeze to the concrete. A thin bead of silicone on the seal prevents it.
The safety sensors go out of alignment as the frame contracts. Re-aim them, do not tape them.