Fixing it when one side of garage door is higher

If you've noticed that one side of garage door is higher than the other, you're probably dealing with a gap at the bottom that's letting in drafts, debris, and maybe even a few neighborhood critters. It's one of those things that, once you see it, you can't unsee it. Every time you pull into the driveway, that slanted line at the bottom of the door screams for attention. Aside from just looking messy, a crooked garage door is usually a sign that something is mechanically "off," and if you leave it alone, it could lead to much bigger (and more expensive) repairs down the road. ...

February 20, 2026 · 7 min · Carlie Castro