Here’s What You Need to Know Before Attempting It

Over time, garage door springs will fail – either they’ll get worn out or they’ll break.The springs are always under tension and can be extremely dangerous to handle without professional training so we always recommend that you call a garage door pro.

While DIY videos may make spring replacement look simple, these components can cause serious injury ifmishandled. 

The intent of the spring is to assist your electric door operator in lifting the weight of your door so that the operator’s motor doesn’t do all of the lifting.  As you open your door, the springs that are under tension slowly unwind and that stored energy assists the operator in opening your door. What this should tell you is that when your door is closed, the springs are wound up and under tension!

Professional technicians have the correct tools and safety training to handle torsion or extension springs safely. There’s a reason why your garage door has warning stickers all over them!

Tips:

Always hire a professional for spring replacement-it’s not as easy as it looks and it’s a dangerous task if done incorrectly.

• Avoid operating your door with a broken spring as this may cause damage to your electric door opener.
• Schedule regular inspections to prevent unexpected breakage. Although regular maintenance can’t guarantee that your springs will never break, having a garage door pro inspecting and maintaining your garage door equipment affords you the best chance of maximizing the lifespan of your door system.

Garage door spring repair is never a DIY task—leave it to trained professionals to ensure safety and reliability.

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