C Town Doors - Local Garage Door Specialists
If you’re a homeowner in Calgary, you know the drill — snowstorms, freezing temperatures, and slushy driveways are part of daily life. But while you’re busy keeping your sidewalks clear, your garage door could be taking a silent beating.
At C Town Doors, we often see homeowners dealing with avoidable repairs caused by snow and ice buildup. From misalignment to frozen seals, winter damage can cost you time and money — unless you know what to look for.
In this article, we break down how Calgary’s freeze-thaw cycles and heavy snow affect your garage door — and what you can do to stay protected all season long.
When snow melts during the day and re-freezes at night, it can cause ice to accumulate at the base of your garage door. This can lead to:
Over time, forcing the door open while it's frozen can burn out your garage door opener motor or damage the spring system.
Related Service: Garage Door Opener Repairs in Calgary
Snow that piles up around your garage can melt and refreeze unevenly under the door tracks. As that pressure builds:
If your door feels crooked, shaky, or gets stuck, stop using it immediately and contact a pro.
Explore: Garage Door Off-Track Repair
Cold weather makes metal contract and become brittle, which affects:
One sudden temperature drop — or trying to lift a door frozen to the ground — can lead to snap-back failures, putting your safety at risk.
Popular Fix: Garage Door Spring Replacement in Calgary
Weather seals are your first line of defense — but they aren’t invincible. Ice buildup around the bottom of the door:
Need a fix? Garage Door Parts & Weather Seal Replacement
Repeated expansion and contraction around your door frame can:
This issue is especially common on older homes that don’t have insulated garage doors.
Upgrade option: Insulated Garage Doors for Calgary Winters
✅ Shovel snow away from the base of the garage after every snowfall
✅ Apply de-icer or rock salt sparingly (avoid excessive use near rubber seals)
✅ Keep gutters clear to prevent meltwater from dripping near the door
✅ Schedule a seasonal tune-up to inspect springs, openers, and tracks
✅ Consider weatherproof upgrades like bottom seals, side brush seals, or full door replacement
At C Town Doors, we help homeowners handle the worst of Calgary’s winter conditions with:
Let us keep your garage door running smoothly all season long — before snow and ice do real damage.
Schedule your service today: Garage Door Repairs in Calgary
A bit of snow might seem harmless, but Calgary’s winter conditions can quietly wreak havoc on your garage door. From frozen tracks to worn-out seals, prevention is key — and early repairs can save you from big costs later.
C Town Doors is here to help — with local service you can trust, all year long.
Enjoying our content? Here is another article if you'd like to continue reading.
Think WD-40 is the answer for squeaky garage doors? Calgary garage experts explain when to use it and when it might do more harm than good.
View ArticleYour Local Door Company
From downtown Calgary to surrounding communities, we’re proud to serve local homeowners and businesses with reliable door services and installation.
C Town Doors | Door Specialists
See why Calgary homeowners and businesses choose C Town Doors. From fast service to quality workmanship, our team is proud to deliver results that speak for themselves. Here's what our customers have to say.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Awesome company. Fast and decent pricing and the phone person and Jesse the tech was friendly. This is the second time I’ve used them and the last time they came on a Saturday and replaced my broken springs quickly as my cars were stuck inside and we needed to get out.
Dean P.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
With an emergency service late night call to repair our garage door, Mr. Gal responded to our phone call immediately and was at our country house on time as promised. His work was excellent and professional. I recommend C Town Doors.
Bernard F.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Highly recommend this company. We replaced everything, our garage door, rails, weather stripping, and motor with them. Everyone we talked to or did work at our house were professional and efficient, most importantly highly skilled.
Jenevieve C.
Local Specialists
Need help with your garage door or commercial storefront? Whether it’s a repair, part replacement, or a brand-new installation, our team is here to help. Reach out using the form below or give us a call — we’re happy to answer your questions and book your service.
.png){kind=small}
