Garage door springs are critical components for the smooth and safe operation of your door. They balance the heavyweight, therefore easing the work of the opener, or you in lifting it, or closing it down. But as it is with other mechanical parts, springs wear out or break with time. Recognizing the signs of a broken garage door spring early may prevent accidents and expensive repairs.
Signs Commonly Indicative of Broken Garage Door Spring
1. The Door Feels Heavy or Hard to Lift
If the garage door has become very difficult to lift manually all of a sudden, or if the opener is now struggling, this likely indicates the spring has lost tension or is broken. Since the spring carries the door’s weight, any kind of damage would make the door way heavier than it normally is.
2. There Was a Loud “Snap” or Bang
A good number of homeowners would notice the first signs of a spring break by hearing a sudden sound from the garage: a very sharp “snap” due to tension release, and quite often, along with the door suddenly dropping or being caught.
3. Any Clear Gaps or Damage
Check the spring if you can do it from a safe distance. You may see a gap in the torsion spring if it is broken, while extension springs may be visibly stretched or apart. Any visual damage is an obvious red flag.
4. The Door Moves in an Uneven or Jerky Way
A malfunctioning spring can cause the door to tilt to one side or jerk back and forth during operation. This lopsided movement causes excessive stress on the opener and other door parts.
5. Door Does Not Fully Open
If a door opens only partially or appears to be “stuck,” it might have a broken spring. The door may also drop very quickly in a manner that is dangerous to both people and vehicles or other belongings.
This article was written by a professional at 1 Stop Garage Doors. 1 Stop Garage Doors proudly serves homeowners and businesses with top-quality garage door installations and repairs. We install premium doors and openers from trusted brands, ensuring reliability and customer satisfaction. Our expert team provides cost-effective solutions, arriving with fully stocked trucks to handle repairs on the spot, including torsion spring replacements, drum and roller fixes, and general maintenance to keep your garage door functioning smoothly.
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