While high-quality garage doors are designed to withstand all weather conditions and damage, no garage is entirely invulnerable to storm damage. Whether immediate or developed over time, damage happens. Even if your door is built to hold up, you can still experience garage storm damage in some cases.

The following are some of the specific ways storms can damage your garage door.

Heavy Rainfall

A majority of garage doors are designed with water-resistant coatings. Still, over time this coating could wear off, leaving the garage door vulnerable to water damage, particularly in heavy rains. This is an even bigger risk with wooden doors that can experience rot over time. Metal doors can also corrode as rust builds up over the years.

Hail Storms

Homeowners may be more concerned about hail damaging the home’s roof, windows, and doors, but the garage door is also vulnerable to hail damage. Hail can easily cause dents and other damage, and larger pieces of hail can put holes in the door, leading to other issues such as infestations from pests that crawl in through these punctures. Hail damage can also leave your door less protected in strong winds.

High Winds

Garage doors are often durable to withstand wind, but stronger winds can cause damage. If the wind is strong enough, it can actually bend certain components or even cause the door to break, making it difficult to operate. Garage doors that are bent too much will require the help of professionals to either fix or replace the garage door.

Work with Professionals for Help with Storm Damage

If your garage door sustains damage because of a storm, whether resulting from rain, wind, or hail damage, the team of professionals at Missouri Door & Lock can help. Simply contact us today if you would like reliable repairs to keep your garage door in good condition.