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Know the Warning Signs — Bestland Featured on WFRV Local 5
Wisconsin winters don’t just affect roads and roofs — they take a serious toll on your garage door too. In January 2026, Bestland Garage Door Service returned to WFRV Local 5 to help homeowners across the Green Bay and Appleton areas identify the signs of winter wear and tear before they become an emergency.
What to Watch for Mid-Winter
You don’t have to wait until spring to check on your garage door. These are the warning signs Jeffrey Pinney from Bestland says to watch for right now:
- Slow or sluggish movement: Cold thickens lubricant and stresses the opener motor.
- Loud popping or snapping sounds: This can indicate a spring under too much tension or nearing failure.
- Ice buildup at the bottom of the door: Can freeze the door to the ground and damage the bottom seal.
- Door coming off track: Temperature changes can shift tracks and cause misalignment.
Hearing something unusual? Our noisy garage door repair service and off-track door repair are both available 24/7.
Don’t Wait for a Full Failure
A broken spring in the middle of a Wisconsin winter is more than an inconvenience — it can leave you without access to your vehicle or home. Bestland’s garage door spring repair team is ready to respond fast.
Watch the Full Segment
Watch the January 2026 winter wear and tear segment here: Watch on WeAreGreenBay.com
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Related Press Appearances
Also see our cold-weather malfunction segment (Mar 2026) and our holiday garage readiness tips (Nov 2025).
We’re Here When You Need Us
Bestland Garage Door Service serves all of Northeast Wisconsin with 24/7 emergency service. Call (920) 789-3667 or visit bestlandgaragedoor.com.
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