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Garage Door Spring Repair
Torsion and extension spring repair and replacement, done with the right tools and correct spring tensioning for your door's size and weight. A broken spring is one of the most common — and most dangerous to DIY — garage door failures, so we handle it safely and same-day when possible.
Springs do all the actual lifting on a garage door — the opener just triggers the motion — which is why a failed spring is one of the most common calls we get, and one of the least safe to handle yourself.
How Much Does Garage Door Spring Replacement Cost?
Spring replacement typically runs $300 to $540 for a full pair, though a single spring on its own can run $150 to $350. The spring type drives most of the difference:
| Spring type | Typical cost per spring |
|---|---|
| Extension spring | $120 – $200 |
| Torsion spring | $150 – $350 |
Torsion springs cost more because they're built from heavier-gauge steel and require precise tensioning to install safely — the labor, not just the part, is what you're paying for. Springs almost always work in pairs, and since both take roughly the same wear over time, most technicians recommend replacing both together even if only one has failed — the second one is usually close behind.
Key takeaway
Budget $300–$540 for a full pair replacement, more for torsion springs than extension. If only one spring has failed, expect a recommendation to replace both — that's a legitimate suggestion based on matched wear, not an upsell.
How Long Do Garage Door Springs Last?
Most garage door springs last 7 to 10 years, or roughly 10,000 open-close cycles — but the real number depends more on how often the door gets used than on the calendar. Torsion springs are rated for 10,000 to 15,000 cycles, which works out to about 7 to 10 years at typical use, or as long as 14 years if the door only cycles once a day. Extension springs wear faster, averaging closer to 7 years regardless of use pattern.
A handful of warning signs mean a spring is close to the end of its life, not just due for routine maintenance:
- Loud popping, grinding, or squeaking during operation
- A visible gap in a torsion spring's coil, or a stretched-looking extension spring
- The door feels heavy or uneven when opened manually
- The door slams shut instead of lowering smoothly
- Visible rust or wear on the coil itself
Regular lubrication and periodic inspection can extend a spring's working life somewhat, but none of that prevents eventual failure — springs are a wear item, not a maintenance item, and replacing one proactively before it snaps is safer and usually cheaper than an emergency call after it does.
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