Garage door spring repair in Meridian

Updated 2026-11-02

A broken spring is the most common reason a garage door suddenly won't open. Torsion springs store enough energy to cause serious injury, which is why the industry association DASMA and manufacturers warn homeowners against replacing them on their own (DASMA).

How do you know a spring is broken?

• A loud bang from the garage, often while the door was closed
• A visible gap in the spring above the door
• The opener strains, or the door rises a few inches and stops
• The door feels extremely heavy when lifted by hand

How long do springs last?

Standard torsion springs are commonly rated around 10,000 cycles, which is roughly 5 to 7 years for a door used a few times a day. High-cycle springs rated for 20,000 cycles or more cost more but last longer (Garaga). If one spring of a pair breaks, technicians usually replace both.

What happens during a spring replacement?

1. The technician secures the door and releases remaining tension with winding bars
2. Old springs are removed and new springs matched to the door's weight and height are installed
3. The springs are wound, the door is balanced, and cables, rollers and the opener are checked