Squeaks and squeals aren’t good coming from any mechanical object—and your garage door is no exception. Aside from being grating on the ears, it’s a surefire sign that something is wrong. But can that something be fixed with a little lubricant, as it can with so many other machines? And if so, what’s the right type of the stuff to use on your garage door? Will your trusty can of WD40 do the job?

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While it might not be as vulnerable to, say, hail, as your roof and siding are, it still can take quite a bit of damage from wayward tree branches and high winds. Considering that it’s both a huge aesthetic and energy-saving part of your home, it definitely deserves your attention!

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