Broken Garage Door Springs

We are experts in broken garage door spring replacements in Seneca, South Carolina. We also serve Walhalla, Westminster, Anderson, Greenville and other cities in these areas.

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When a garage door spring breaks, it happens suddenly and with a loud bang. This noise can be startling, and if you inspect the spring, you'll likely notice a visible split where it has snapped. A broken spring will prevent your garage door from opening properly, leaving it stuck in place. It's important to address this issue immediately by setting up a service appointment with us. Only certified and knowledgeable garage door service technicians should replace springs. Garage door springs are notoriously dangerous to repair DIY-style because of the high tension they are under. Give

Garage Door Spring FAQs

See some common frequently asked questions relating to garage door spring maintenance and repairs. If you have any questions not addressed, please give us a call.

  • While it may be tempting to attempt a DIY garage door spring repair, it’s important to consider the risks involved. Garage door springs are under high tension and can be dangerous if mishandled. An expert from McCall Garage Doors should be dispatched to ensure the safety of you and others.

  • Garage door springs are a critical part of the door’s mechanism. They provide the necessary tension to counterbalance the weight of the door, making it easier to open and close. Without functioning springs, your garage door would be very difficult or even impossible to operate.

  • Yes, we recommend replacing both springs as typically once one spring breaks then the other is soon to go because they both would have the same number of cycles on them.

  • We recommend servicing your garage door at least once a year. Regular maintenance helps keep your springs lubricated which reduces wear and tear caused by thermal shock and guarantees smooth and safe operation.

  • Garage door springs typically last between 7-10 years, depending on how often the door is used. This translates to around 10,000 cycles.

  • If you look at the springs above the garage door from the inside of your garage, you will see the springs at the top of the garage towards the ceiling. A broken spring will have a distinct crack in it, we have added a picture of a broken spring below.

How can I visually check to see if my garage door spring is broken?

If you can see the spring, check for any obvious breaks or gaps in it. A broken spring will have a clear separation where it snapped. Sometimes, parts of the broken spring can fall or hang loose. These pieces may be visible around the floor of the garage.

View Our Service Area

View a list of the areas that we service below.

Oconee County

Seneca, SC

Walhalla, SC

Westminster, SC

West Union, SC

Mountain Rest, SC

Pickens County

Easley, SC

Pickens, SC

Clemson, SC

Liberty, SC

Salem, SC

Anderson County

Anderson, SC

Belton, SC

Williamston, SC

Pelzer, SC

Honea Path, SC

Greenville County

Greenville, SC

Mauldin, SC

Taylors, SC

Greer, SC

Duncan, SC

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