- Spring Replacement
The part that holds it all up.
A broken spring often slips by unnoticed until the door simply refuses to work. Warning Signs That Tell You It’s Time for Garage Door Spring Replacement — know the signs, and know when to call.
Signs it's time for spring replacement
Keep an eye out for these telltale signs that spring replacement is on the way.
- Loud noise: a sharp crashing sound can ring out when a spring unwinds — even if the door itself doesn't drop.
- Visible gap in the spring: a healthy spring stays tightly coiled with no gaps. A noticeable break means it's damaged.
- Bending at the door's top panel: a bent top panel is a strong giveaway that a spring has failed.
- Fast-falling door: with the counterbalance gone, the door comes down far too quickly.
- Crooked movement: the door may rise unevenly or shift awkwardly along the tracks.
- Loose cables: slack cables dangling from the ceiling often go hand-in-hand with broken springs.
Safety First
A broken spring under tension is dangerous to handle without the right tools. If you're seeing any of these signs, don't attempt a fix yourself — call us
What actually causes springs to break
Over time, springs give out for a handful of common reasons.
Rust
Corrosion eats away at efficiency and cuts the spring's lifespan short.
Wear and Tear
Most springs are rated for around 10,000 cycles of use.
Lack of Maintenance
Simple upkeep — like lubrication and balance checks — goes a long way toward extending spring life.
Routine garage door tune-ups, like the ones offered by AAA Garage Doors, help keep your whole system in top shape. Regular lubrication and seasonal inspections can prevent premature failure.
The two main types of garage door springs
Springs are what make smooth operation possible, and they come in two main types.
Most Common Today
Torsion Springs
Mounted above the door, these twist to do their work. They're more efficient and safer, which is why you'll find them on most newer garage doors.
Older Setups
Extension Springs
Located along the upper tracks, these stretch and compress as the door moves. More common in older setups, they're often swapped out for torsion springs to improve performance.
A Note From Our Team
We’re truly grateful to our valued customers for trusting AAA Garage Doors with their spring repairs. Your support and confidence mean the world to us. We take real pride in delivering reliable, high-quality repairs that keep your garage door operating safely and smoothly.
Thank you for choosing us — it’s a privilege to serve you, and we look forward to continuing to meet your needs with excellence!
Don't wait for a spring to fail.
Contact AAA Garage Door and Gates for safe, reliable spring replacement and repair.