Garage Door Spring Repair in Orlando, FL

Why Garage Door Springs Break in Orlando

Garage door springs are under constant tension, and every cycle of opening and closing your door brings them one step closer to the end of their lifespan. Most standard torsion springs are rated for around 10,000 cycles, which translates to roughly seven to ten years of normal use. But in Central Florida, the timeline is often shorter. Orlando's extreme heat plays a significant role in spring fatigue. Garages across Orange, Seminole, and Osceola counties routinely reach temperatures well above 130 degrees during the summer months, and that kind of sustained heat accelerates metal fatigue in the spring coils. The constant expansion and contraction as temperatures swing between daytime highs and cooler nights creates additional stress that springs in milder climates simply do not experience. Humidity is another factor. Central Florida's moisture-heavy air promotes surface corrosion on uncoated springs, which weakens the steel over time and increases the likelihood of a sudden break. Most homeowners do not realize their springs are wearing out until the morning they hear a loud bang from the garage and find their door stuck in the closed position.

Torsion Springs vs. Extension Springs

Orlando homes use two main types of garage door springs, and knowing the difference helps you understand what your technician is replacing. Torsion springs mount on a metal shaft directly above the garage door opening. They use rotational force to lift the door and are the more common system on modern two-car garage doors throughout Metro Orlando. Most residential torsion spring setups use either one or two springs depending on the door weight. We typically recommend a two-spring conversion when replacing a single torsion spring, because it distributes the load more evenly, reduces strain on each spring, and extends the overall system life. Extension springs run along the horizontal tracks on either side of the door and stretch to create lifting force. These are more common on older Orlando homes and single-car garage doors. Extension springs always require safety cables threaded through the center of the spring coil. If an extension spring breaks without a safety cable, the released spring can cause serious damage or injury. During every extension spring replacement, we inspect and install safety cables if they are missing or worn.

How We Handle Spring Repair in Orlando

When you call Coytown Garage Door Services for a broken spring, we aim to be at your home the same day. Our technicians carry a full inventory of residential torsion and extension springs on every truck, covering the most common door sizes and weights found across Metro Orlando neighborhoods from College Park to Lake Nona. On arrival, we start with a thorough inspection. We measure the existing spring dimensions, check the condition of the cables, drums, and bearings, and evaluate the overall balance of the door. If the second spring is showing signs of wear, we will let you know so you can decide whether to replace both at once rather than facing a second service call in a few months. After installing the new spring or springs, we carefully adjust the tension to match your specific door weight, lubricate all moving components, and test the door through several full cycles to confirm smooth and balanced operation. The entire process usually takes about an hour for a standard residential door. We clean up the work area and walk you through what we did before we leave.

Signs Your Garage Door Springs Need Attention

Not every spring failure happens without warning. Paying attention to a few common signs can help you catch a failing spring before it snaps completely. If your garage door feels noticeably heavier when you try to lift it manually, that is a strong indicator that one or both springs are losing tension. A door that opens unevenly, rising faster on one side than the other, often points to a spring that is weakening. Visible gaps in the spring coils are another telltale sign. When a torsion spring is intact, the coils sit tightly together. If you see a visible separation or gap anywhere along the spring, it has likely already broken. Loud squeaking or grinding during operation can also signal spring fatigue, especially if lubrication does not resolve the noise. If your opener is struggling to lift the door or the motor sounds strained, the springs may no longer be carrying their share of the load. Running an opener against a door with failing springs puts excessive stress on the motor and gear assembly and can lead to a second, more expensive repair.

Spring Safety and Why Professional Repair Matters

Garage door springs are under extreme tension. A standard torsion spring for a two-car door holds enough force to lift 150 to 250 pounds or more, and that energy is released instantly if the spring breaks or is improperly handled. Every year, emergency rooms across the country treat injuries from homeowners who attempted to replace garage door springs themselves. This is not a job where watching a video online prepares you for the real thing. The tools, the knowledge of proper winding bar technique, and the experience to recognize potential problems all matter. At Coytown Garage Door Services, our technicians are trained specifically in spring replacement for the door types and sizes common throughout Orlando. We carry calibrated winding bars, the correct spring stock for your door weight, and the experience to complete the job safely. We also inspect the rest of your door system during every spring repair because a broken spring often reveals other components that need attention, like worn cables, dry bearings, or misaligned drums.

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