Garage Door Spring Repair in Boise, ID
A broken spring is the most common reason a garage door suddenly will not open. If you heard a loud bang from the garage and the door now feels impossibly heavy, a spring has almost certainly snapped.
Call (208) 314-4488Signs your spring is broken
A visible gap in the coil above the door, a door that rises a few inches and stops, cables hanging loose, or an opener that strains and gives up. Springs carry almost the entire weight of the door, so when one fails the opener cannot lift it on its own.
Torsion vs. extension springs
Most newer Boise homes have torsion springs mounted on a bar above the door. Older and lighter doors often use extension springs that run along the horizontal tracks. Both are under high tension and should be replaced by a trained technician with the right tools.
Why not do it yourself
Wound springs store enough energy to cause serious injury. A pro will match the spring to your door weight, replace springs in pairs when needed, and re-balance the door so your opener lasts longer.
Frequently asked questions
- Can I open my garage with a broken spring?
- It is not recommended. The door is very heavy without spring support and can fall. Pull the red emergency release only if the door is fully closed, and call for repair.
- How long does spring repair take?
- Most spring replacements are finished in about an hour once the technician is on site.
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