How to Know If Your Garage Door Spring Is Broken
A broken spring is one of the most common garage door problems. Look for these warning signs:
Loud bang or snapping sound from the garage
Door feels extremely heavy or won't lift manually
Door opens a few inches then stops
Visible gap in the spring coils
Door is crooked or hangs unevenly
Cables are loose or hanging down
Safety Warning: Never attempt to repair or replace garage door springs yourself. Springs are under extreme tension and can cause serious injury. Always call a professional.
Garage Door Springs We Repair & Replace
We service all types of garage door springs and keep common sizes in stock for same-day repairs.
Torsion Springs
Mounted above the garage door opening, torsion springs use torque to lift the door. They are the most common type for residential doors and provide smooth, balanced operation.
15,000-20,000 cycles (7-12 years)
Extension Springs
Located on either side of the door track, extension springs stretch and contract to lift the door. Common in older installations and lighter doors.
10,000 cycles (5-7 years)
High-Cycle Springs
Premium springs rated for 25,000-100,000+ cycles. Ideal for high-traffic garages and homeowners who want long-lasting performance.
25,000-100,000+ cycles (15-25 years)
What Happens During a Spring Repair
Springs almost never fail without warning if you know what to watch for, but most homeowners only notice the problem the moment the door won't budge or a loud bang echoes through the garage. That bang is usually the torsion spring itself snapping under tension — the door will typically still be in the closed position, but it will be far too heavy to lift by hand or with an opener that isn't rated for the extra load.
On arrival, we check both springs even if only one has failed. Torsion springs on a two-spring system wear at close to the same rate, so a door that just lost one spring is often only weeks or months from losing the other. We also inspect the cables, drums, and center bearing plate, since a snapped spring under tension can occasionally damage or fray a cable on its way out.
Several factors affect the scope of the job: the door's weight and size (a wide double-car door needs stronger, sometimes dual springs compared to a single-car door), how many open/close cycles the springs have already handled, and whether the existing springs were sized correctly in the first place — an undersized spring wears out faster and strains the opener.
Florida's heat and humidity affect spring life too. Heat causes metal to expand slightly and accelerates the breakdown of the factory coating on standard springs, which is part of why we typically recommend galvanized, high-cycle springs for anyone opening their garage door multiple times a day in this climate — they hold up better against humidity-driven corrosion than a standard oil-tempered spring.
A standard spring replacement usually takes 45 minutes to an hour once we're on site, including removing the old springs safely, installing correctly sized replacements, and rebalancing the door so the opener isn't doing extra work. We finish every job with a full cycle test to confirm the door opens and closes evenly and holds its position when stopped partway.
Mt. Dora's Trusted Spring Repair Experts
Same-Day Service
We understand a broken spring leaves your garage unusable. We offer same-day repair in most cases.
Safety First
Spring replacement is dangerous. Our technicians are trained to handle high-tension springs safely.
Upfront Pricing
Free estimates with no hidden fees. We'll explain all costs before starting any work.
Quality Parts
We use high-cycle, American-made springs that last longer and perform better.
Spring Repair Service Areas
We provide garage door spring repair throughout Central Florida: