Protect Your Garage from Unwanted Visitors in Tennessee and Northern Alabama

Summer is here—and with it comes more than just sunshine and cookouts. The warm weather also brings bugs, rodents, snakes, and other pests that love to sneak into your garage when you least expect it.

At State Line Garage Doors, we know firsthand how vulnerable a garage can be—especially during the hotter months when critters are on the move. If you’re in Lawrenceburg, Muscle Shoals, Spring Hill, Savannah, or Florence, here’s how to keep your garage secure from summertime invaders.

🐜 Common Summer Pests That Target Garages

Your garage offers shelter, shade, and sometimes even food. That makes it a prime target for:

• Wasps & hornets (nesting in corners or around lights)

• Spiders (especially in dark corners and around windows)

• Mice & rats (looking for cool, dark spaces)

• Snakes (seeking shelter or following rodents)

• Ants & roaches (attracted to moisture, crumbs, and warmth)

And once they’re in? They can cause damage, leave behind droppings, chew on wiring, or even make their way into your home.

🛠️ How Your Garage Door May Be Letting Them In

Even a well-functioning garage door can have gaps and weak points that are perfect entry spots for pests:

• Worn or cracked bottom seal

• Damaged weatherstripping along the sides

• Misaligned tracks creating a light gap

• Small holes in side walls, vents, or around door frames

• Gaps where panels meet if the door is warped or old

🧰 Summer-Proof Your Garage with These Tips

✅ 1. Inspect and Replace Your Bottom Seal

If you can see daylight under your closed door, bugs and critters can get in. A fresh seal creates a tight barrier.

✅ 2. Upgrade Your Side Weatherstripping

Side and top seals keep out both pests and outdoor air. Check for brittleness, cracks, or missing pieces.

✅ 3. Seal All Gaps Around the Frame

Use caulk or foam around the garage frame, window edges, and pipe entries to block common pest paths.

✅ 4. Keep It Clean and Dry

Avoid leaving food, pet kibble, birdseed, or trash bins inside your garage. Dry out any moisture buildup or leaky spots quickly.

✅ 5. Schedule a Garage Door Tune-Up

Our team can check for vulnerabilities, adjust tracks for a proper seal, and recommend any repairs to close up access points.

🏠 Don’t Invite Pests Inside—Stop Them at the Garage Door

A tight-sealing, well-maintained garage door is your first line of defense. With summer pests more active than ever, now’s the time to ensure your door is ready to protect your space.

We proudly help homeowners across Lawrenceburg, Florence, Muscle Shoals, Spring Hill, and nearby towns keep their garages safe, clean, and pest-free.

📞 Worried about pests this summer? Let’s keep them out.