Spring brings longer days, blossoming gardens, and a welcome change in weather — but unfortunately, it also welcomes some uninvited guests. From spiders and ants to rodents and moths, pests start seeking shelter as the seasons change, and if your garage isn’t properly protected, it can quickly become their favourite hiding place.
Your garage is more than just a place to store tools or boxes — it’s part of your home. And just like you wouldn’t leave your front door wide open to intruders, you shouldn’t leave your garage vulnerable either. In this guide, we’ll show you how to safeguard your space from pests this spring and beyond, keeping it clean, secure, and comfortable year-round.
Who’s (Not) Invited to the Garage Party?
This time of year, homes across the UK see a noticeable uptick in pest activity, particularly in garages where conditions are cool, dark, and quiet — perfect for nesting or hiding. Here are a few of the common culprits:
- Rodents (Mice & Rats): Constantly on the lookout for food and warmth, they’ll chew through almost anything to get inside.
- Spiders: Favouring dark, undisturbed corners, they spin their webs in storage areas and behind old boxes.
- Insects (Ants, Woodlice, Beetles): Attracted to moisture, crumbs, or decaying materials, they easily slip through tiny gaps.
- Moths: If your garage holds fabrics, old clothes, or rugs, moths see it as the perfect nesting site.
The good news? With a few smart steps and the right equipment, you can make your garage completely unwelcoming to pests — and it starts with your garage door.
Secure the Space with a Properly Sealed Garage Door
The best defence against pests is to stop them from getting in at all. A poorly fitted or old garage door can leave gaps along the sides or at the base, providing an open invitation to all sorts of unwelcome visitors. That’s where a Doring Secure Roll electric roller garage door makes a real difference.
Our roller doors are designed not just for convenience and style, but also for protection — from weather, intruders, and yes, even pests.
Weatherproof Rubber Seals: Each Doring garage door includes a heavy-duty rubber bottom seal that closes the gap between your garage floor and the door itself. This prevents rodents and insects from squeezing in underneath — even on uneven floors.
Tightly Fitted Side Guides: Traditional garage doors often leave small openings along the side rails, but Doring doors are installed with fixed side guide tracks that sit snugly against the wall. This helps block pests from crawling in through the edges — a common access point for spiders and ants.
Insulated, Easy-to-Maintain Panels: Made with twin-walled aluminium slats filled with polyurethane foam, our doors are thermally efficient and moisture-resistant. Pests are less likely to settle in spaces that remain dry and consistently warm or cool, and since Doring doors are easy to clean, you won’t have hidden cobwebs or debris building up where insects thrive.
Extra Tips for a Pest-Free Garage
A secure garage door is a solid first step, but you can go even further by making your garage less attractive to pests overall. Here are a few practical ways to maintain a clean, pest-free space:
- Declutter regularly: Old cardboard boxes, fabric scraps, and piles of unused items create ideal hiding places. Keep things off the floor and stored in clear, sealed containers where possible.
- Store food safely: Whether it’s dog food, birdseed, or pantry overflow, pests will find it. Keep all food items in tightly sealed, pest-proof containers to avoid tempting hungry rodents.
- Reduce moisture: Damp spaces are a haven for insects like woodlice and silverfish. Ensure proper ventilation, use a dehumidifier if needed, and avoid storing damp items in the garage.
- Inspect for cracks: Even small gaps in walls, floors, or around windows can be enough for insects to enter. Seal any holes or cracks with a quality caulk or expanding foam to block off their routes.
Don’t Share Your Garage with Unwanted Guests
Spring should be a time of fresh starts — not cobwebs, chewed wires, or rustling noises behind the bins. With a Doring Secure Roll garage door, you’ll create a solid barrier between your belongings and the outdoors, giving pests fewer ways to sneak in. Combined with a little regular maintenance and organisation, your garage will remain pest-free, secure, and ready for whatever plans you have this year.
Whether you’re turning your garage into a gym, workshop, or simply a better organised storage space, it deserves the same level of protection and care as the rest of your home.
Thinking of Upgrading Your Garage Door?
Now’s the perfect time. Our roller garage doors offer:
- Complete edge-to-edge sealing to keep pests out
- Twin-walled insulation for year-round temperature control
- Remote control access with secure auto-locking
- Stylish designs in a variety of colours to suit your home
📞 Call 0123456789 today or book a free home survey with your local Doring engineer. Let’s help you make your garage cleaner, safer, and completely pest-proof this spring.
