Imagine trying to lift a garage door with broken springs. It's like trying to bench press a refrigerator—impossible and downright dangerous. That's why, when the spring in your garage door snaps, it’s time for some serious repair work.
708) 627-9744Springs are the unsung heroes of your garage system; they do all the heavy lifting every time you hit that opener button. There are two main types: torsion springs which twist to provide force, and extension springs which stretch out. Whichever type you have, their job is tough—they're under constant pressure and eventually wear out or break.If you hear a loud bang coming from your garage followed by a non-responsive door, chances are one of these mighty coils has given up the ghost. And here’s where things get tricky: repairing them isn’t as simple as replacing batteries in your remote.
You might think fixing it yourself could save some bucks but consider this—a snapped spring can turn into an uncontrollable metal whip if handled incorrectly. The tension they hold is enough to cause injury or even worse. Professional technicians have both experience and specialized tools required for safe replacement.A proper fix involves more than just slapping on new parts—it requires precise adjustments so that weight distribution across the door remains balanced ensuring smooth operation without straining other components any further.