Garage door seals, is there something better?

[TeamTruett]

Typical seals (see pic) are so passive. They just make contact and the sealing is not that great. Is there anything better?

 

[Zmann]

There was just a thread on this with upgraded seal styles and even rollers that push out when closed
i will see if I can dig it up

 

[Zmann]

https://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=468413&highlight=garage+door+seal

 

[JRC3]

Those aren't that bad if installed or adjusted properly. If they weren't installed properly and if there's room between the jamb you can often adjust the door track brackets to make better contact. Sometimes when an overhead door gets replaced this doesn't get done properly.

If done properly those are plenty good enough.

 

[Zmann]

I have 5 garage doors and that all need seals cost wise I was not really sold on the push out gizmo's
but they did have some better seal options I liked in that thread

 

[TeamTruett]

Interesting video. thank you. I emailed for a sample. That thermo seal would be great. Wonder if it can be added to a seal already installed. The serpentine tracks are cool too. If a ever built a new garage or got new doors I'd use them

 

[TeamTruett]

In the meantime I applied window weather insulation to the backside of the seal after cleaning it. Although not perfect, it was a worthwhile improvement. A 10ft length cost $2.68 at Home Depot.

 

[JRC3]

Eventually that will tear or stick and make a mess. Did you try to adjust the track closer to the jamb and seal? Less time than running to HD and applying the tape.

1. Open beer
2. Loosen the bolts
3. Push against the seal
4. Tighten bolts
5. Drink beer

 

[TeamTruett]

Unfortunately, I have no adjustable options to tweak it.

 

[TeamTruett]

Still I can drink the beer while looking at it and cursing the builder

 

[nh_yota]

Unfortunately, I have no adjustable options to tweak it.

You could drill out those rivets and reposition using new holes and bolts.

 

[Denwood]

I posted this on dual seals, including before after radiant run time data. Replacing door seals in that case dramatically reduced our heat loads.

https://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=414538