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Broken Spring Repair in the Phoenix Valley

Broken torsion spring replaced safely, usually the same day.

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Broken Spring Repair in the Phoenix Valley by Nate's Garage Doors
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The springs do the heavy lifting on your garage door, and they are under enormous tension. When a torsion spring snaps you will usually hear a loud bang, and afterwards the door feels far too heavy to lift. This is the most common garage door failure we see in the valley.

Spring replacement is dangerous to attempt yourself, the stored energy in a wound spring can cause serious injury. Our technicians replace springs safely every day, sized correctly for your door, and we always recommend replacing springs in pairs so the door stays balanced.

Common problems we solve

  • Loud bang from the garage, then a door that will not open
  • Visible gap or separation in the spring coil
  • Door opens a few inches then stops
  • Door feels extremely heavy by hand
  • Cables hang loose after the spring let go
  • Opener strains, hums or gives up

What to expect when we arrive

  1. We confirm the broken spring and measure your door
  2. You approve an upfront quote for correctly sized springs
  3. We replace the spring or springs and wind them to spec
  4. We balance, lubricate and test the door through full cycles

We install high-cycle galvanized torsion springs rated for many thousands of open-close cycles, not the bargain spring that wears out in a year. Arizona heat and dust are hard on hardware, so we also check the cables, drums and bearings while we are in there and tell you honestly if anything else is near the end of its life.

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Answers

Broken Spring Repair, frequently asked questions

How do I know if my garage door spring is broken?
Look for a two to three inch gap in the coiled spring above the door, a loud bang you may have heard earlier, or a door that suddenly feels very heavy and will not open with the opener. Any of these means a broken spring.
Can you replace a broken spring the same day?
Yes, broken springs are our most common same-day call. We carry common spring sizes on the truck. Call (480) 559-7177 for today availability in your city.
Should I replace one spring or both?
If your door has two springs we strongly recommend replacing both. They wear at the same rate, so when one breaks the other is close behind, and matched springs keep the door balanced.
Is it dangerous to replace a garage door spring myself?
Yes, very. A wound torsion spring stores a large amount of energy and can cause severe injury if it releases. This is a job for trained technicians with the right tools.
How long do new garage door springs last?
It is measured in cycles. The high-cycle springs we install are rated for many thousands of open-close cycles, which for a typical household is many years. Heavy daily use shortens that.
Why did my spring break in the first place?
Springs are wear items rated for a set number of cycles, and Arizona heat plus dust accelerates fatigue and rust. Most break simply from normal use over time.
My door opens a few inches then stops, is that the spring?
Often yes. With a broken or weak spring the opener can only lift the door a short way before the weight stops it. Do not keep forcing it, that can damage the opener.
Can I still open my door with a broken spring?
Manually it will be extremely heavy and unsafe, and you should not run the opener, which is not built to carry the full door weight. Leave it closed and call us.
What kind of springs do you install?
High-cycle galvanized torsion springs sized to your specific door weight and height. Correct sizing is what keeps the door balanced and the opener healthy.
Will a new spring fix a noisy door too?
It often helps, and we lubricate and rebalance the door during the visit. If rollers or bearings are also worn we will point that out so you can decide.
Do you warranty the springs you install?
Yes. Our springs carry a manufacturer warranty and we stand behind the installation. Exact terms are written on your invoice.
Which cities do you cover for spring repair?
All across the valley including Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, Phoenix and Paradise Valley. Check the service areas page for your same-day window.

Cities we serve this in

We provide broken spring repair across the valley. Tap your city for local details.

ScottsdaleTempeMesaChandlerGilbertPhoenixParadise ValleyPeoria