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Garage Door Spring Repair & Replacement Services

If you encounter a broken garage door spring, it’s important to seek professional repair services promptly. Garage door springs are vital for balancing the door’s substantial weight, usually around 300lbs, ensuring smooth and safe operation. Without functioning springs, the door’s opener can’t effectively lift the door, making timely repair crucial for both safety and functionality.

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We give our customers the best value for their money! A1 springs are durable torsion springs that come with LIFETIME warranties. Expect the warranty to cover all the labor fees for adjusting or replacing the door springs. We have a team of fully qualified and expertly trained technicians who can handle your broken garage door springs safely. Rest easy knowing that we’re equipped to resolve any broken spring issue.

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Common Signs You Need Garage Door Spring Repair or Replacement
Garage door Common Signs You Need Garage Door Spring Repair or Replacement

Most of the time, you’ll only know that its springs are damaged when the door stops operating. Here are some other common signs to look out for broken garage door springs:

  • You’ll hear a loud noise as unwinding springs can cause a loud crashing sound (even if the door hasn’t fallen)
  • You’ll see a gap in the spring indicating they are broken as they need to be connected from end to end and tightly wound with no gaps.
  • You’ll notice a bend at the top of the door at the panel. This is a tell-tale sign that the spring on your door is already broken.
  • The garage door will fall quickly as it no longer has a counterbalance for the gravity’s pull on the panels.
  • The door will be crooked when it moves up and down the track. Althought the door opens, it won’t be even.
  • The cable will be loose amongst other issue with broken springs. When you look at the ceiling, you may notice hanging slack cables.
Top Causes of Broken Garage Door Springs
Garage door Top Causes of Broken Garage Door Springs

There are several reasons why garage door springs eventually break. Here are some of them:

  • Rust: This results in reduced lifetime, inefficient operation, and eventually broken springs.
  • Daily Wear and Tear: The common lifespan of most garage door springs is about 10,000 cycles.
  • Lack of Proper Maintenance: Garage door springs are not engineered to last forever, but proper maintenance will prolong their lifespan.

With A1 Garage Door Service’s regular garage door tune-up and inspection, you can ensure that your garage door springs remain in good condition. We lubricate the spring a few times a year and check the entire system’s balance at least once every season.

Types of Garage Door Springs
Garage door Types of Garage Door Springs

Garage door springs are crucial for operation and come in two types, each with distinct characteristics:

  • Torsion Springs: They twist to operate and are usually mounted above the door, preferred in newer garage doors for their efficiency and safety.
  • Extension Springs: These expand and compress, located along the upper tracks on both sides of the door, more common in older garage doors but often replaced with torsion springs for better performance.
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Garage door Common Signs You Need Garage Door Spring Repair or Replacement

Common Signs You Need Garage Door Spring Repair or Replacement

Most of the time, you’ll only know that its springs are damaged when the door stops operating. Here are some other common signs to look out for broken garage door springs:

  • You’ll hear a loud noise as unwinding springs can cause a loud crashing sound (even if the door hasn’t fallen)
  • You’ll see a gap in the spring indicating they are broken as they need to be connected from end to end and tightly wound with no gaps.
  • You’ll notice a bend at the top of the door at the panel. This is a tell-tale sign that the spring on your door is already broken.
  • The garage door will fall quickly as it no longer has a counterbalance for the gravity’s pull on the panels.
  • The door will be crooked when it moves up and down the track. Althought the door opens, it won’t be even.
  • The cable will be loose amongst other issue with broken springs. When you look at the ceiling, you may notice hanging slack cables.
Garage door Top Causes of Broken Garage Door Springs

Top Causes of Broken Garage Door Springs

There are several reasons why garage door springs eventually break. Here are some of them:

  • Rust: This results in reduced lifetime, inefficient operation, and eventually broken springs.
  • Daily Wear and Tear: The common lifespan of most garage door springs is about 10,000 cycles.
  • Lack of Proper Maintenance: Garage door springs are not engineered to last forever, but proper maintenance will prolong their lifespan.

With A1 Garage Door Service’s regular garage door tune-up and inspection, you can ensure that your garage door springs remain in good condition. We lubricate the spring a few times a year and check the entire system’s balance at least once every season.

Garage door Types of Garage Door Springs

Types of Garage Door Springs

Garage door springs are crucial for operation and come in two types, each with distinct characteristics:

  • Torsion Springs: They twist to operate and are usually mounted above the door, preferred in newer garage doors for their efficiency and safety.
  • Extension Springs: These expand and compress, located along the upper tracks on both sides of the door, more common in older garage doors but often replaced with torsion springs for better performance.

MaxLife Garage Door Springs By A1 Garage

MaxLife Springs by A1 Garage Door Service are top-of-the-line torsion springs designed to last up to 80,000 cycles, making them 16 times more durable than standard torsion springs. Manufactured in the USA with high-quality materials, these springs offer unmatched reliability, reducing the need for frequent replacements and repairs. Backed by a lifetime warranty, MaxLife Springs are a cost-effective investment for anyone seeking long-term durability in their garage door system.

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Garage Door Spring Repair FAQs

How long do garage door springs last?

Depending on the brand, quality, and frequency of usage, the average garage door spring could last up to 7-9 years. This is assuming that it is made up of 10,000 cycles and being used just 2 times a day.

How can you make garage door springs last longer?

Watch out & listen for signs that your garage door spring is not working as it should be – loud sounds, physical evidence of wear and tears, shaky doors, and similar operational characteristics. Garage door springs should also be lubricated twice a year using silicon-based lube.

Can I replace the spring on my garage door myself?

Do not attempt to fix it on your own. According to the National Electronic Injury Surveillance System, there are about 2,000 people crushed by garage doors every year. The safest and most efficient way to replace your springs is by hiring an expert.

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