Garage door guide
Signs of a Broken Garage Door Spring
How to recognize common broken-spring symptoms and what to do without putting yourself near a tensioned system.
The most common signs
A visible gap in a torsion spring, a loud bang from the garage, a door that suddenly feels extremely heavy, or an opener that strains without lifting can all point to a spring-system failure.
What to do next
Stop operating the door and keep people, pets and vehicles clear. Springs and cables work under high tension, so this is not a safe do-it-yourself repair.
What a service visit checks
The technician inspects the spring type, door weight, cables, drums, balance and related hardware before explaining the suitable repair options and pricing.
