Call in the Pros: Why You Need Professional Garage Door Spring Repair and Replacement
Homeowners take the garage door for granted until something goes wrong. A broken garage door disrupts the entire household.
The spring is a common cause of problems with a garage door. However, repairing a spring is not a do-it-yourself project. Let's discuss why we recommend hiring a professional to fix or replace your garage door spring.
About garage door springs
A garage door spring runs along the top of the door and is visible inside the garage. The spring connects to cables that begin to coil when the door is activated. The spring gets tenser the more the cables rotate, and the tension pulls the door open.
Garage doors cannot open or close without the spring. A garage spring that malfunctions need to be serviced by a qualified garage door professional.
Signs of a broken garage door spring
Springs indicate they are failing before they fall apart. Two issues arise when the spring is about to quit: the garage door falls off balance and squeaks loudly.
An imbalanced garage door is difficult to open and close. One sign of an imbalanced door is when it quickly drops after it is lifted several inches. It can also start moving more slowly along the track.
The imbalance may be a sign of other issues, and if you keep using such a door, it may aggravate the unknown problem.
Excessive squeaking also suggests a garage door spring problem. Springs start to make sounds over time. Usually, lubricant stops the noise if the spring's age causes it. However, constant loud noise that doesn't disappear indicates a more severe issue.
Garage door specialists can determine why a garage door is imbalanced or noisy. They have the expertise to diagnose, repair, and replace any garage door mechanism.
Why homeowners should not fix a garage door spring
The average person does not possess the necessary training or equipment to service garage doors properly. Therefore, homeowners should never try to repair or replace a garage door spring independently. The primary reason to avoid DIY solutions for garage door repair is the potential safety hazards.
An insulated steel garage door weighs 500 pounds. It could crash to the floor, and anyone beneath it is at risk of severe injury or death. Furthermore, a broken spring is dangerous because it is potentially a deadly projectile.
An amateur might damage the garage door trying to save money. However, this is what a competent garage door spring professional will do. They:
Will install or repair a spring safely
Have the correct measuring and cutting tools
Skillfully use tools and equipment for the task
Balance the garage door properly
Adjust the tension as appropriate
The rewards for a safe, functional garage door outweigh the hesitation of hiring a knowledgeable professional to get the job done.
Calling in the experts
Contacting an expert to repair or replace your garage door spring is a wise decision. The best pros offer customers a free quote at a fair price. These are highly-trained experts in repairing and replacing all garage door mechanisms.
You do not have to take unnecessary risks. Contact a skilled professional to remove the worry and danger caused by a broken garage door spring.
Phoenician Garage Door & Repair offers full-service garage installation, repair and maintenance in Maricopa County. Emergency service available. We are licensed, bonded, and insured. Call (602) 610-0112
