Broken Garage Door Spring: What to Do

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Broken Garage Door Spring: What to Do Next

A broken spring changes how the door's weight is supported. The safest response is to stop operating the system and arrange correct measurement and replacement.

What you may notice

A bang, visible spring gap, loose cables, heavy door or opener that lifts only a few inches can indicate a spring problem.

Why the opener is not the solution

The opener guides a balanced door. It is not designed to repeatedly lift the full door weight after a spring fails.

What the technician measures

Door weight, spring dimensions, drum configuration and available space help determine the correct replacement.

Stay clear

Garage door springs, lift cables, bottom brackets and an unsupported door can cause serious injury. Keep the area clear and leave tensioned components to a trained technician.

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Broken Garage Door Spring: What to Do Next