Plan for a clear opening and know when weather-related damage needs an assessment.
Before colder weather
Check the door manufacturer’s maintenance guidance and look for damaged weather seals or visible panel damage. Keep the approach and opening clear of stored items. If the door is already sticking or moving unevenly, arrange an assessment rather than waiting for the first cold morning.
When the door will not move normally
Check from a safe position for snow, ice, or debris around the opening. Do not force a door that appears frozen to the ground or repeatedly run an opener against resistance. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for your system and seek assistance if you cannot identify a safe next step.
After an impact or severe weather
Look for visible changes from outside the travel path. Bent panels, displaced tracks, hanging cables, or an uneven door warrant professional assessment before further use. Take photos only where safe. Avoid makeshift braces or modifications to the door system; discuss the damage and your location with Bonita.
Talk to Bonita about your door
We serve Chicago and surrounding Illinois communities. Check the service-area list, then contact Bonita to confirm availability and discuss your door.