Signs your garage door spring has broken
- A loud bang from the garage, often when nobody is using the door
- The door is suddenly very heavy or won't lift more than a few centimetres
- A visible gap in the coiled spring above the door
- The motor strains, then stops or reverses
- Cables hanging loose or the door sitting crooked
Torsion vs extension springs
Torsion springs are mounted on a bar above the door and twist to counterbalance its weight — common on sectional doors. Extension springs run alongside the horizontal tracks and stretch as the door closes. Both are rated for a limited number of cycles, so a door used several times a day will wear its springs faster.
Why spring replacement isn't a DIY job
Springs hold enough stored energy to cause serious injury. We use the correct winding tools, match the springs to the weight of your door and re-balance the door so it moves smoothly and safely. On doors with two springs, we generally recommend replacing both together so they wear evenly.
Lift cable repairs
Lift cables work with the springs to raise the door evenly. Frayed, rusted or snapped cables cause crooked doors and can lead to the door coming off its tracks. Coastal salt air speeds up cable corrosion, so we check them on every visit.
Areas we cover
We provide spring & cable replacement across Manly 2095 and nearby suburbs:
- Manly 2095
- Fairlight 2094
- Queenscliff 2096
- Balgowlah 2093
- Balgowlah Heights 2093
- Clontarf 2093
- Seaforth 2092
- Freshwater 2096
- North Manly 2100
- Manly Vale 2093
- Curl Curl 2096
Frequently asked questions
How long do garage door springs last?
It depends on the spring and how often the door is used. Springs are rated in cycles (one open and close), and a busy family garage can wear them out in a number of years. A regular service helps spot wear early.
Can I still open my door with a broken spring?
We don't recommend it. Without spring support the door is extremely heavy and can drop suddenly. Leave it closed and call us.
Do you replace both springs at once?
On two-spring doors we usually recommend it, because the second spring is the same age and likely to fail soon. We'll explain the options before starting.