Why Plainfield Winters Are Tough on Your Garage Door Springs
Why Plainfield Winters Are Tough on Your Garage Door Springs Living in Plainfield, we’re used to the unpredictable Indiana weather. One day it’s 50 degrees and sunny near Hummel Park, and the next, we’re waking up to a sub-zero freeze. While we’re busy bundling up, our garage doors are taking a silent beating—specifically the torsion springs . If you’ve ever heard a sound like a gunshot coming from your garage during a cold snap, you likely already know the culprit. Here’s why our local climate is so hard on your door and what you can do about it. The Science of the "Cold Snap" Most garage door springs are made of oil-tempered steel. When the temperature drops significantly, the metal becomes more brittle. Contraction: Steel contracts in the cold, increasing the tension on the coils. Stress Points: If there is any microscopic rust or wear, the added tension of a freezing morning is often the "final straw" that causes the metal to snap. The Weight Factor: If yo...
