Garage Door Spring Repair

One of the most crucial components of garage door hardware is the spring. These springs are generally made of metal and are used to counteract the weight of the garage door and keep it from slamming into the opening.

Since majority of garage doors weigh a couple hundred pounds, these overhead doors must be moved securely along the tracks each time it is raised. With the aid of cables and garage door springs, this weight can be managed to move safely.

However, given their responsibility for supporting the weight of the door, these springs experience significant wear over time, just to snap one day, when you may hear a shotgun-blast like sound from your garage.And that’s how you end up with a broken garage door spring.

Remember that a torsion spring typically lasts 10,000 cycles. One complete period of the garage door being opened and shutting down constitutes one cycle. Since most homeowners, on average, use their garage door three to four times per day, your springs are built to last roughly around seven to ten years.

It’s worth noting that factors such as the door’s weight, the frequency of use, and the conditions the spring is exposed to can all affect its lifespan. Additionally, the garage door will be stuck in the closed or open position, making it impossible to use, which can be a serious inconvenience.

When one breaks, the door can come crashing down unexpectedly, causing damage to the door itself, as well as injury to anyone nearby. Thus, it’s crucial to be aware of the warning signs of a worn-out spring, such as a loud noise when the door opens or closes or if the door is difficult to open or close.

Thus, if you notice any of these signs, it’s best to have the broken garage door spring inspected by a professional and replaced for the following benefits:

• No more squeaks and rattles!

If you’ve been dealing with an annoying noise from your garage door, chances are it’s because one or more of your extension or torsion springs isn’t working properly. Replacing them will help eliminate this issue permanently and keep your garage door working smoothly.

• Safety first!

Springs are hazardous pieces of equipment, and anyone who is not trained in this field must never handle them. Springs, even when compromised, hold a tremendous amount of tension. Since this could seriously hurt you or a member of your family, it’s best to contact an expert garage door company like Majestic Garage Doors for safe spring replacement services.

• Prevent Further Damage and Reduces Cost

Remember that you can’t just manually lift the garage door to put it into place when its spring is broken. This is because it puts a lot of stress on the garage door opener and might even damage it. So, if you want to avoid hefty repairs down the line, never try to fix the garage door yourself, and call our experts today!