Broken Spring Repair
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The Ultimate Guide to Spring Repair
A garage door spring plays a crucial role in balancing the weight of the door, facilitating smooth opening and closing whether manually or automatically. These springs are constructed from high-tension steel, which, over time, can lose its effectiveness due to wear and tear. Garage door springs are rated for different quantities, such as ‘10,000-cycle’ or ‘20,000-cycle’ ratings. While these numbers might seem high, it’s important to consider that a garage door is typically opened and closed four to five times a day, every day, throughout the year. This frequent use justifies the need for springs with such high cycle ratings.
How to Know When You Need Spring Repair
As your garage door ages, its effectiveness can diminish. The steel springs lose their resilience, and the door begins to feel heavier. When the springs are new, you need only about 10 pounds of force to lift and open the door. However, as the springs approach the end of their lifespan, you may find yourself having to apply significantly more force, nearly as much as the door’s total weight, to lift it.
