Garage door springs do the heavy lifting every time your door opens — and they wear out silently. Catching the warning signs early can save you from a snapped spring, a stuck car, or an expensive emergency call-out.
1. The door feels heavier than usual
If lifting the door manually feels like a workout, the springs are losing tension. A balanced door should stay in place when opened halfway.
2. You hear loud bangs or squeaking
A loud bang from the garage is often a spring snapping. Persistent squeaking that lubrication doesn’t fix points to coil fatigue.
3. The door opens crookedly
When one spring weakens faster than the other, the door lifts unevenly and puts strain on the tracks and rollers.
4. Visible gaps or rust in the coils
Inspect the springs above your door. A gap in the coil means the spring has already snapped. Rust accelerates wear dramatically.
When to call a professional
Torsion springs are under extreme tension and are dangerous to replace yourself. If you spot any of these signs, book a professional inspection — our technicians carry springs for every major door brand and can usually replace them the same day.
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