If you heard something like a gunshot in your garage and now the door will not open, a torsion spring has almost certainly snapped. It happens to every door eventually — springs are rated for roughly 10,000 cycles.
Do this right away
- Unplug the opener so nobody tries to run it.
- Keep children and pets away from the door.
- Leave the door where it is — a door without spring tension can weigh over 200 lb.
- Call a garage door technician; most do same-day spring replacements.
[rp_callout type=”warning” title=”Never adjust torsion springs yourself”]Torsion springs store enough energy to cause serious injuries. Replacement needs winding bars and training — it is not a DIY job.[/rp_callout]
What it should cost
| Job | Typical price |
|---|---|
| Single torsion spring | $150 – $250 |
| Pair of torsion springs (recommended) | $220 – $380 |
| Extension springs with safety cables | $160 – $280 |
| High-cycle springs upgrade | +$60 – $120 |
Replacing both springs at once usually saves a second call-out within months, because both springs have done the same number of cycles.
Rated garage door companies
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