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Broken Garage Door Spring Repair in Colorado Springs, CO
A broken spring means the door has lost the counterbalance that makes it possible to lift. Torsion springs sit on the horizontal bar above the door; extension springs run along the tracks on each side. When one breaks, the opener tries to lift hundreds of pounds of door without help — and usually can't, or does it in a way that strains the opener and cables badly. Spring replacement is not a DIY repair. The tension involved will seriously injure you if the job goes wrong.
Colorado Springs Garage Door Repair provides broken garage door spring repair for homeowners across Colorado Springs, CO. Call for a free inspection and a written quote before any work begins.
When to Call
When You Need Broken Garage Door Spring Repair
- You heard a loud bang in the garage and now the door won't open more than a few inches
- The opener is running but the door barely moves and the motor sounds strained
- You can see a visible gap in the coil of the torsion spring above the door
- One side of the door is lifting higher than the other and the cable is slack
How It Works
Our Process for Broken Garage Door Spring Repair
- 1
Identify spring type and size
Torsion and extension systems require different parts. We measure the existing spring to get the correct replacement spec.
- 2
Release tension safely
We use proper winding bars and follow a specific sequence. Skipping steps here is how technicians get seriously hurt.
- 3
Install new spring
We install the correct spring for your door's weight and height, then wind it to the right tension for smooth operation.
- 4
Test balance and opener load
After installation we check door balance and confirm the opener isn't working harder than it should be.
Colorado Springs Context
Why this matters in Colorado Springs
Cold Colorado Springs winters cause metal to contract, and torsion springs under tension are especially vulnerable on the first hard freeze of the season. We see a notable spike in broken spring calls every November when temperatures first drop below freezing overnight.
Straight Talk
About pricing & scope
Spring life is measured in cycles, and higher-cycle springs cost more but last significantly longer. We'll explain the difference so you can choose. If the opener or cables were also damaged when the spring went, we'll tell you before starting.
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