Florida is not the environment garage doors were originally designed for. Understanding what's actually happening helps you fight back.
Heat
Attic temperatures over 130 degrees warp uninsulated steel doors and dry out lubricants faster.
Humidity
Constant moisture accelerates rust on every metal component, especially springs and cables.
Salt air
Anything within a mile of the Gulf gets a fine mist of salt. Corrosion-resistant hardware is worth the upgrade.
Lightning
Southwest Florida has the highest lightning density in the country. Surge protection on the opener is cheap insurance.
