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Garage Door Spring Repair & Replacement

Springs do the heavy lifting β€” literally. When a garage door spring breaks, the door can't open safely. We replace broken torsion and extension springs with the right size for your door, then balance and test everything.

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Warning signs

Signs of a Broken Garage Door Spring

Springs often break without warning β€” but there are a few clear clues to look for.

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You heard a loud bang

A spring snapping sounds like a firecracker going off in the garage.

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A gap in the spring coil

A torsion spring above the door with a gap in its coils is broken.

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The door feels very heavy

Without spring help, a garage door can weigh 100+ pounds.

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Opens a few inches, then stops

The opener senses the extra weight and stops to protect itself.

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The door is crooked

One side lifting faster than the other can mean a spring or cable problem.

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Loose or hanging cables

Cables often go slack right after a spring breaks.

What's included

Spring Replacement, Done Safely

Springs are sized to your door's exact weight and height. We measure, match and install β€” then fine-tune the balance so the door and opener work the way they should.

  • Measure your door and current springs
  • Install springs matched to your door's weight
  • Replace both springs when needed for even lifting
  • Inspect cables, drums and bearings
  • Lubricate springs and moving parts
  • Balance test and fine-tune tension
  • Safety reverse test before we leave

⚠️Please don't DIY spring replacement

Garage door springs are wound under extreme tension. Releasing or winding them without the right tools and training can cause serious injury.

  • Don't try to lift the door by hand or with the opener.
  • Don't loosen any bolts on the springs or brackets.
  • Leave the door where it is and give us a call.
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How it works

Simple From Start to Finish

1

Call us

Tell us what happened β€” a bang, a stuck door, a gap in the spring.

2

We match the spring

We measure your door and bring the right springs for its weight.

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Installed & balanced

New springs in, tension set, door balanced and safety-tested.

Service areas

Garage Door Spring Repair Across the DC Metro Area

Looking for garage door spring repair near you? Our technicians cover Montgomery County, Prince George's County, Howard and Anne Arundel, Frederick, Northern Virginia and Washington DC β€” a 35-mile radius around Rockville, MD.

πŸ“ Rockville πŸ“ Bethesda πŸ“ Silver Spring πŸ“ Gaithersburg πŸ“ Germantown πŸ“ Potomac πŸ“ Frederick πŸ“ Columbia πŸ“ Laurel πŸ“ Annapolis πŸ“ Bowie πŸ“ College Park πŸ“ Washington DC πŸ“ Arlington πŸ“ Alexandria πŸ“ McLean πŸ“ Tysons πŸ“ Fairfax πŸ“ Reston πŸ“ Sterling

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Questions

Spring Replacement FAQ

How much does garage door spring replacement cost?
It depends on your door's size and weight and the type of spring it needs. We measure your door and give you an exact, upfront price before any work starts β€” no surprises.
Should I replace both springs?
If your door has two springs of the same age, the second one is usually close to breaking too. Replacing both keeps the door lifting evenly and saves you a second visit. We'll always explain your options.
How long do garage door springs last?
Standard springs are typically rated for around 10,000 open-and-close cycles β€” often about 7 to 10 years for an average household.
Can I use the door with a broken spring?
Please don't. Leave the door closed until it's repaired. If your car is stuck inside, let us know when you call.
What's the difference between torsion and extension springs?
Torsion springs sit on a bar above the door and twist to lift it. Extension springs run along the side tracks and stretch. We service both types.
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  • Free estimate, zero obligation
  • Upfront price before any work starts
  • Honest advice β€” repair or replace
  • Safety test on every job
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