Garage Maintenance & DIY Upgrades

Looking to upgrade your garage and keep it protected all year round? Whether you're sealing out rain, stopping draughts or refreshing worn fittings, tackling small maintenance jobs yourself can make a big difference.

This guide brings together everything you need to know about garage door thresholds - from how to fit them, to keeping them in top condition. You’ll find step-by-step instructions, expert tips, and simple solutions you can install with basic tools.

Each project is designed for straightforward DIY - so you can increase your garage door protection without the complication or cost of calling in a professional.

Not sure where to start? Our step-by-step guide shows you exactly how to install a garage threshold seal in under an hour - from preparing the surface to sealing it up properly.

You’ll learn how to:

• Check floor levels and prep the surface
  
  
• Drill, fix and apply silicone sealant
  
  
• Fit the rubber insert for a watertight finish
  
  
• Maintain the seal to keep it performing long term
  

It's our most popular DIY project - and one of the easiest ways to improve your garage door protection straight away.

🔗 Read the full guide → How to Install a Garage Threshold Seal (Step-by-Step)

Want to go further with your garage upgrades? These step-by-step guides cover other common tasks - from draught-proofing your Garage door to seal replacements - all designed to be tackled with everyday tools and a bit of time.

Weatherproof a roller garage door

Seal out wind-driven rain and dust with bottom-lip and side-guide seals made for roller doors.
🔗 DIY Roller Door Weatherproofing

Draught-proof your garage door

Block cold draughts, fine mist and debris using brush strips, foam tape and bottom gaskets. Includes product tips and installation tricks.
🔗 Garage Draught-Proofing Made Easy

Replace your garage door seal inserts

Worn rubber? You can swap it out in minutes without replacing the full seal - no drilling needed. 🔗 Replace Garage Door Seal Inserts

This DIY hub covers the most common garage maintenance and upgrade tasks - all with simple, clear steps and reliable products you can trust. You’ll learn how to:

• Install or replace weatherproof seals
  
  
• Draught-proof your garage door for winter
  
  
• Clean and maintain your existing threshold seals
  
  
• Upgrade seals for roller garage doors
  
  

Every guide is written with first-time installers in mind - no specialist tools needed, just practical advice that works.

At GaraDry, we design every product to be as easy to fit as it is effective - giving you reliable results without the need for professional help.

British engineered & guaranteed

All our kits are designed and manufactured in the UK, and come with a 5-year warranty against manufacturing defects.

Easy-to-follow instructions

Every product includes clear, illustrated guides - so you can install with confidence, even if it’s your first time.

Built for DIY

You won’t need specialist tools. Just basic equipment like a drill, screwdriver and sealant gun is enough to get the job done right.

Whether you’re sealing out winter draughts, upgrading a roller door, or refreshing worn-out seals, GaraDry makes it simple to protect your garage.

👉 Start with our step-by-step threshold seal guide
👉 Explore all our DIY garage maintenance guides

Need help choosing the right seal? Get in touch with our team - we’re here to help.