Recognizing the telltale signals that your commercial door needs new weatherstripping is essential to preserving the security, comfort, and energy efficiency of your building. A high-quality weatherstrip is essential for preventing air leaks, water infiltration, and heat loss beneath your door.
In this post, we’ll discuss five key signs that you should have the weatherstrip on your commercial door replaced.
- Visible Wear and Tear: Look for visible wear and tear on the weatherstrip. If it is exposed to severe weather or used frequently, weatherstrips may eventually crack, break, or become brittle. It’s probably time for a replacement if you see any fraying edges or holes in the material.
- Air Leaks and Drafts: On a windy day, stand near the closed door and feel for any air leaks or drafts. It’s possible that your weatherstripping is no longer properly sealing the door if you can feel air leaking through the spaces around the door frame.
- Water Leakage: Your weatherstrip may have deteriorated if it is no longer creating a watertight barrier and you see water collecting inside the door frame or seeping underneath the door.
- Difficulty Opening or Closing the Door: Worn-out weatherstripping can make it difficult to open or close the door smoothly, as it may rub against the door and cause it to drag as it becomes less pliable and resilient.
- Light Visible Around the Door: Shut the door and check the surrounding area for any light that appears to be coming from gaps in the door’s frame. Small gaps or cracks could be signs of a broken seal, letting moisture, air, and light into the space.