5 Signs It’s Time to Replace Your Garage Door Weather Seal

Your garage door weather seal is one of those small details that does a big job. It forms a tight barrier between the bottom of your garage door and the floor, helping to keep out rain, dust, pests, and drafts. Over time, even the best seals wear down. Knowing when to replace your garage door weather seal can prevent bigger problems like water damage, pest infestations, or a spike in your energy bills.

If you’re not sure whether yours is still doing its job, here are five key signs to look for.

1. Visible Cracks, Gaps, or Wear

Inspect your seal closely, ideally in good daylight. If you see cracks, brittleness, flat spots, or areas pulling away from the door, the material has probably aged past the point of effectiveness. A weather seal needs to be flexible to create a consistent seal along the full length of the door.

B&D garage doors are designed for long-term performance, but seals are a replaceable component. A fresh, snug-fitting B&D seal installed by an accredited B&D dealer will restore your door’s protection in minutes.

2. Water Pooling Inside the Garage

After a heavy downpour, check the area just inside your garage door. If you notice water pooling along the edges, your seal may have lost its compression or become misshapen. This often happens when the rubber flattens after years of use, creating small channels for water to seep in.

B&D sectional and roller doors are engineered to work with seals that match their door profile perfectly. Replacing the seal ensures rainwater stays outside where it belongs, protecting flooring, tools, and anything you store in the garage.

3. Drafts or Temperature Changes

Your garage should act as a buffer between your home and the outdoors. If it’s noticeably hotter in summer or colder in winter than usual, your weather seal might be to blame. Even a few millimetres of gap is enough to let in unwanted air, which can impact comfort in connected rooms and put extra load on your heating and cooling systems. Replacing a worn seal is one of the simplest ways to improve temperature stability. For even better results, pair it with B&D’s Insulation & Seals upgrade available on compatible sectional doors.

4. Unwanted Pests Getting In

A compromised seal creates an easy entry point for insects, spiders, rodents, and even snakes in some parts of Australia. If you’ve noticed more pests in your garage, look closely at the bottom edge of your door for chew marks, fraying, or gaps.

Installing a new B&D-compatible weather seal helps close off these entry points, making your garage less inviting to unwelcome guests.

5. Increased Noise or Vibrations When Closing

A good weather seal cushions your garage door as it meets the floor, helping it close quietly and smoothly. When the seal hardens, warps, or wears unevenly, you may hear rattling or feel vibration through the door on closing. Not only is this noisier, but it can also cause unnecessary strain on the door mechanism over time.

Replacing the seal with a fresh, B&D-specific fit helps keep your door operating quietly and efficiently, while maintaining a neat, finished look from the street.

Quick Reference: Common Seal Issues and Solutions

Problem	Likely cause	Recommended fix
Cracks or brittleness	UV damage and age	Replace with a new B&D weather seal
Water entry after rain	Flattened or misshapen seal	Fit a fresh, full-length seal
Drafts or temperature swings	Gaps from seal wear	Install new seal; consider insulation
Pests in the garage Noisy closing	Chewed or frayed seal Hardened or uneven seal	Replace seal; check for side gaps Replace with correct B&D profile seal

Garage Door Weather Seal FAQs

How often should I replace my garage door weather seal?
Most seals last several years, but it depends on your local climate and usage. Inspect yours annually for cracks, gaps, or hardening.
Can I replace the seal myself?
For the best fit and lasting performance, we recommend using a B&D accredited dealer. They’ll supply and fit the correct seal for your specific roller or sectional door, ensuring you maintain your 10-Year Total Confidence Warranty
Do B&D weather seals fit all garage doors?
They’re designed to suit B&D doors for optimal performance. If you have another brand, a dealer can advise on compatibility.

A worn weather seal might seem minor, but it plays a big role in protecting your garage from the elements, improving comfort, and helping your B&D door run smoothly.

Find your local B&D Accredited Dealer and arrange an inspection today.