Broken and worn spring service
Garage Door Spring Repair in Kent, WA
A broken or weakened spring can leave a garage door heavy, uneven, or unable to open. Stop operating the door if a spring appears separated or damaged.
Signs of a garage door spring problem
The door feels unusually heavy
Springs counterbalance the door’s weight. A failing spring can make manual lifting difficult or unsafe.
A visible gap appears in the spring
A separated torsion spring is a strong sign that the spring has broken and should not be handled.
The door opens only a few inches
The opener may begin lifting and then stop because the spring is no longer carrying its share of the load.
Why spring work requires caution
Garage door springs store substantial energy. Removing, winding, or adjusting them without the correct tools and procedures can cause serious injury or property damage.
Do not loosen spring hardware, cut cables, or attempt to force a door that feels too heavy to move normally.
Information that helps with your request
- Whether the spring is above the door or along the side tracks
- Whether one or more springs are visibly broken
- Whether the door is open, closed, or stuck between positions
- The door material and approximate width, if known
Spring repair questions
Can I open a garage door with a broken spring?
A door with a broken spring may be extremely heavy, and forcing it can damage the opener or create an injury risk. Keep the door in place and request an inspection.
Why did my garage door spring break?
Springs wear through repeated cycles. Corrosion, incorrect spring sizing, poor balance, and temperature changes may also contribute to failure.
Should both springs be replaced?
That depends on the door’s spring system, the age and condition of the remaining spring, and whether the springs were installed as a matched pair.
Request garage door spring repair
Tell us what you see, whether the door is stuck, and your Kent-area ZIP code.