Garage Door Spring Replacement in Los Angeles
A broken garage door spring is one of the most common and frustrating home emergencies. Because the springs hold the entire weight of the door (often 150+ lbs), a broken spring will leave your door extremely heavy and make it impossible for your automatic opener to lift it.
Symptoms of a Snapped Spring
- ✓A loud bang sound coming from the garage.
- ✓A visible 2-inch gap in the coil spring located above the closed door.
- ✓The garage door opener struggles or lifts the door only 2-3 inches before stopping.
- ✓The door falls down rapidly when pulled manually.
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Torsion vs. Extension Springs
Residential garage doors utilize either **torsion springs** or **extension springs** to counterbalance the door's weight.
Torsion Springs
Mounted horizontally on a steel shaft directly above the garage door opening. They turn/wind to build torque, lifting the door via cables wound on cable drums. They are safer and last longer, typically rated for 10,000 to 20,000 cycles.
Extension Springs
Mounted on both sides of the door tracks, running parallel to the ceiling. They stretch and contract to lift the door. They require safety cables running through them to prevent the spring from flying across the room when it snaps.
At LA Prime Garage, our trucks are fully stocked with a complete inventory of oil-tempered and galvanized springs. This guarantees we have the exact size, length, and wire size needed to match the weight of your garage door on the first visit. We install heavy-duty springs with high-cycle ratings to give you years of worry-free operation.
Spring Replacement FAQ
Should I replace both garage door springs at the same time?
Yes. Most garage doors are installed with two springs that are manufactured at the same time and undergo the same number of cycles. If one spring snaps, the other is likely at the end of its lifespan and will fail shortly. Replacing both at once saves you the cost of a second service call.
How long does a garage door spring replacement take?
A professional technician can typically replace standard garage door springs in 30 to 45 minutes. More complex setups or double doors may take up to an hour.
What is the average lifespan of a garage door spring?
Standard garage door springs are rated for 10,000 cycles (one cycle is opening and closing the door once). For an average family using the door 3-4 times a day, this translates to roughly 7 to 10 years of service.