Garage Door Spring Repair & Replacement

Broken spring? We replace torsion and extension springs same-day with a 2-year break guarantee — double the industry standard.

Spring Types

Torsion vs. Extension Springs

Your garage door uses one of two spring systems to counterbalance the weight of the door. Understanding which type you have helps you know what to expect during the repair.

Torsion Springs

Mounted on a metal shaft above the door opening, torsion springs use torque to lift the door. They are the most common type in modern residential garage doors and are considered safer and longer-lasting than extension springs. When a torsion spring breaks, the door will not open and you may hear a loud bang from the garage.

Extension Springs

Mounted on either side of the door track, extension springs stretch and contract to lift the door. They are more common in older homes and on lighter single-car doors. Extension springs are under significant tension and can be dangerous when they break if safety cables are not installed.

Strongman Garage Doors repairs and replaces both types. We carry the most common spring sizes on the truck so most jobs are completed in a single visit.

Warning Signs

Signs of a Broken Garage Door Spring

Not sure if your spring is broken? Look for these common signs:

Loud bang from the garage — A torsion spring breaking sounds like a gunshot or firecracker. This is the most common first sign.
Door will not open — The opener motor runs but the door barely lifts off the ground, or does not move at all.
Door feels extremely heavy — Without a functioning spring, the full weight of the door (150–300+ lbs) is unsupported.
Visible gap in the spring — A broken torsion spring will have a visible gap or separation in the coil above the door.
Door opens crooked — If one extension spring breaks, the door may lift unevenly or jam in the tracks.
Cables hanging loose — When a spring breaks, the cables can come off the drum and hang loosely.

Safety note: Do not attempt to open or close a garage door with a broken spring. The door is extremely heavy without spring support and can cause serious injury. Call a professional.

Our Guarantee

2-Year Spring Break Guarantee

Most garage door companies offer a 1-year warranty on springs. Strongman offers double.

2-Year Break Guarantee

If your spring breaks within 2 years of our installation, we replace it free of charge — parts and labor included. No fine print. No service call fee. We come back and fix it at no cost to you.

We use high-cycle springs rated for 15,000–25,000 cycles, which means your new springs are built to last 7–12 years of normal residential use.

Fast Response

Same-Day Spring Replacement

A broken garage door spring is not something you can wait on. Your car may be stuck in the garage, your home may be unsecured, or you simply cannot get through your day without a functioning door.

That is why Strongman offers same-day spring replacement for most calls. We carry the most common torsion and extension spring sizes on the truck, so there is no waiting for parts to be ordered. In most cases, the repair takes about 45–90 minutes from arrival.

Call us at (281) 803-8867 and we will get you on the schedule today.