How to Keep Your Garage Warm and Dry this Winter

During the winter, it becomes our top priority to keep our homes warm and dry. After all, nobody wants to live in a cold house and it’s no secret that damp buildings can develop issues with mould and mildew.

However, winter preparation is often forgotten about when it comes to garages. Many homeowners fail to prepare their garage for the colder weather, which can leave them with a whole host of issues to deal with as spring rolls around.

If you own a garage, taking steps to keep it warm and dry during periods of cooler temperatures and heavy rainfall is really important, so consider our top tips for doing so:

Repair any cracks or chips in the walls or ceiling

Cracked walls or gaps in your roofing will not only let the heat escape your garage, but they will also make it look like an attractive nesting ground for insects, birds and rodents seeking a warm, dry environment throughout winter. Unless you want damp to start creeping in or to share your garage with a variety of woodland creatures, it’s a good idea to seal up any cracks or holes you have noticed.

Keep your garage well ventilated

Letting the fresh air in might sound counterproductive when it’s cold outside, but if you want to avoid mould and damp from setting in, it’s important to keep your garage well ventilated. This is especially important if you’re using a heater to warm up the space while you work. If your garage has windows, you could leave these ajar for a couple of hours while your garage isn’t in use; alternatively, leave your garage door open while you’re tending to the garden or pottering around in your garage.

Invest in a well-insulated garage door

If your garage door is broken, damaged or simply old-fashioned, it’s time for an upgrade. After all, cracks, chips or holes in your garage door will leave your garage feeling uncomfortably chilly and will increase the risk of mould developing inside. On the other hand, a top-quality garage door will have great insulative properties, preventing the warmth from your garage escaping and leaving your space vulnerable to a chill.

Is it time to upgrade your garage door? Keep your garage warm and dry this winter with a brand new model from Cornwall Garage Doors, Cornwall’s leading garage door supplier. For more information, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our team today.