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We changed the garage door weatherstripping this afternoon. At first we couldn’t budge it. So I took a box cutter and sliced it down the middle, where we discovered a self tapping screw at each end, about 6” in from the end. Well once we took the screws out, the old one came out easily.

Next we put on the new one, easier than I anticipated. A definite 2 person job. Final step was to close the garage door and see how well it sealed.

Not so well was the answer. UGH. There is still light under it in the same area as the old one - the cement driveway has settled unevenly apparently. I went on Amazon and ordered a 3M weatherstrip that sticks to the bottom edge of the garage door on the inside.

Thinking ahead that it could easily “melt” off during SWFL summers, I ordered self tapping screws to make sure it stays on.
The 20 foot weatherstrip arrives tomorrow, the screws on Saturday. Additional projects on the “to do” list. Another - it never ends project with homeownership.

We got a walk in before we started the garage project. Just over 2 miles, so getting back to normal.

Tonight is trash night - a gf is picking me up for curbside finds. I say reduce, reuse, recycle. Her husband says junking. LOL

Just sending envious vibes to all you winter wonderland folk. I mowed the lawn today…soppy-wet-glop. 50s is just wrong for January. I'll always be a midwest gal at heart. Celebrate your winter!