Complete inspection
We inspect the spring, cables, drums, bearings, track, and door balance—not just the visibly broken part.
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Broken Garage Door Spring Repair
A broken or weak spring can make a garage door extremely heavy and unsafe to operate. RX diagnoses the full spring system and explains the practical repair before work begins.
Common warning signs
Symptoms homeowners often notice
- The door will not open or only lifts a few inches
- A loud bang came from the garage
- A visible gap appears in the torsion spring
- The door feels unusually heavy or closes quickly
- The opener strains, hums, or stops
What you can safely check
What to look for
- A separation in the spring above the door
- Loose cables near the bottom corners
- A door sitting crooked in the opening
- The opener rail bending or shaking
Do not loosen spring hardware, cable drums, or bottom brackets. Garage door springs and cables are under extreme tension. Stop operating the door and keep people clear if it is crooked or unsupported.
What happens when RX arrives
A straightforward service visit
Clear recommendation
You get an explanation of what failed, what still has useful life, and the repair options.
Balanced repair
After the repair, the door is balanced and the opener is checked so it is not lifting unnecessary weight.
Helpful answers before you call
Spring repair questions
Can I open the door with a broken spring?
It is safest to stop using the door. The door may be extremely heavy, cables can come loose, and the opener can be damaged.
Should both springs be replaced?
That depends on the system, age, cycle life, and condition of the matching spring. RX will explain the options after inspecting it.
Can you estimate spring repair by phone?
Often, yes. Photos and basic door information can help us give a useful estimate, with final confirmation after inspection.
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