How you'll know a spring or cable has gone
- A loud bang from the garage, often at night when the temperature drops.
- The door opens a few centimetres and stops, or the motor strains.
- A visible gap in the coiled spring above the door.
- A cable hanging loose, or the door sitting crooked.
Why springs fail
Every spring is rated for a set number of open-and-close cycles. A busy family garage can use up a standard spring in seven to ten years. On the coast, rust on the coils speeds this up, because corrosion creates weak points where the spring snaps. We fit springs matched to the actual weight of your door, and we can fit longer-life springs if the garage is your main entry.
Replace in pairs
On doors with two torsion springs, we recommend replacing both. They've done the same number of cycles, so the second one is usually close behind. We always replace frayed cables at the same time, and finish by re-balancing the door so it holds steady halfway open on its own.
Where we work
We provide springs & cables right across the Gold Coast from our workshop in Parkwood. Choose your suburb for local details:
Springs & Cables: common questions
Can I open my garage door with a broken spring?
We don't recommend it. Without the spring the door is very heavy and can drop. Keep it still and call us; we'll free the car once the door is safe.
Should both springs be replaced at once?
Yes, on two-spring doors. Both have done the same number of cycles, and replacing them together keeps the door balanced.
Do roller doors have springs?
Yes. Roller doors use a spring inside the drum. If the door has become heavy or won't stay up, it may need re-tensioning.