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Garage Door Frozen to the Ground? Don't Force It

Forcing a frozen door rips the weather seal off — or worse, snaps a cable. Here's the safe thaw.

Seasonal January 5, 2026 3 min read

Safe thaw steps

  • Disconnect the opener (red cord) so it can't yank the seal
  • Pour warm — not boiling — water along the bottom seal
  • Use a plastic ice scraper (never metal) to break the bond
  • Once free, dry the seal and apply a silicone lubricant to prevent re-freezing

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