Service & Repair

Garage Door Spring Replacement

Springs do the heavy lifting on your garage door — and when one breaks, the door becomes dangerous to operate. We replace them safely and fast.

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Overview

Why Springs Fail

Your garage door's springs do almost all the heavy lifting. They counterbalance a door that can weigh 150 pounds or more, so your opener — and your hands — only have to manage a small fraction of that weight.

Springs are rated for a set number of open-and-close cycles, commonly around 10,000. With everyday use that is roughly 7 to 12 years before metal fatigue causes the spring to snap. When it does, the door becomes extremely heavy and unsafe to operate.

Springs are under tremendous tension and are the single most dangerous garage door part to service — this is not a DIY job. Steward's trained technicians replace them with correctly-sized, high-cycle springs and re-balance the door so it runs smoothly and safely for years.

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Common Causes

Why Garage Door Springs Break

Springs wear out and fail for a few common reasons:

Normal cycle fatigue — every open-and-close uses up the spring's rated life
Rust and corrosion weakening the coils over time
An incorrect spring size for the door's weight
Lack of lubrication accelerating wear
Extreme temperature swings stressing the metal
An unbalanced door forcing the springs to overwork
Cheap builder-grade springs reaching end of life early

Warning Signs

Signs of a Broken Spring

Don't keep operating the door if you notice any of these:

You heard a loud bang from the garage
The door won't open, or only opens a few inches
The door feels extremely heavy by hand
A visible gap in the spring above the door
The door slams down instead of lowering gently
The opener strains or struggles
The door opens crooked or uneven
The top section bends as the opener pulls

How It Works

Our Spring Replacement Process

Safe, thorough, and usually done the same day:

Step 1

Inspect & Measure

We measure the door, wire gauge, and spring dimensions to spec the correct replacement.

Step 2

Honest Estimate

You get a clear, upfront price — and our recommendation, whether that's one spring or a matched pair.

Step 3

Safe Replacement

Using proper winding bars and technique, we replace the spring(s) with high-cycle parts.

Step 4

Balance & Test

We re-balance the door, check the opener force, and cycle-test it so it runs smooth and quiet.

FAQ

Spring Replacement Questions

Should I replace one spring or both?

If your door has two springs and one breaks, the other is usually close behind. Replacing both at once means a balanced door, one service call, and no second failure a few months later — we'll give you an honest recommendation either way.

How long does a garage door spring last?

Most springs are rated around 10,000 cycles — roughly 7 to 12 years depending on how often you use the door. High-cycle springs last considerably longer.

Can I replace a garage door spring myself?

We strongly advise against it. Springs store enormous energy under tension and cause serious injuries every year. This is the one repair that should always be left to a trained technician with the right tools.

How long does spring replacement take?

Most spring replacements are completed in about an hour, and we carry common springs on the truck, so it is typically a same-day, single-visit repair.

Why is my door suddenly so heavy?

That's the classic sign of a broken spring — without the spring counterbalancing the weight, the full load falls on the opener and on you. Stop using the door and call us.

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Common Questions

How much does garage door repair cost?

It depends on the problem and the parts involved — a roller replacement is very different from a spring or panel job. That's why we inspect the door first and give you an honest, transparent estimate before any work begins. We never start until you approve the price.

Do you offer same-day service?

Yes. We offer same-day availability across DFW for most repairs, and our technicians carry the most common parts on the truck so many jobs are finished in a single visit.

Is it safe to fix a broken spring myself?

No. Garage door springs are under extreme tension and are the most dangerous part of the door. Spring and cable work should always be done by a trained technician with the right tools.

How long does a garage door spring last?

Most springs are rated for around 10,000 open-close cycles — roughly 7 to 12 years depending on how often you use the door. If one spring breaks, we usually recommend replacing both.

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