Garage Door Spring Repair in Myrtle Beach and Murrells Inlet
Heard a loud bang from the garage and now the door will not lift? A spring has almost certainly broken. A&A Garage Door Solutions replaces broken garage door springs across the Grand Strand, usually the same day you call.
- Locally owned, serving Georgetown and Horry counties for over 20 years
- 24/7 emergency service
- Same day service on most jobs
- Free estimates on new doors
Signs Your Garage Door Spring Is Broken
- A loud snap or bang came from the garage when nobody was using the door
- The opener runs but the door only lifts a few inches, or not at all
- The door feels extremely heavy when you try to lift it by hand
- You can see a gap in the coiled spring above the door
- The door closes too fast or slams down
- Cables are loose or hanging off the drums
Why Springs Matter So Much
Your opener does not actually lift the full weight of the door. The springs do. A typical two car steel door can weigh well over a hundred pounds, and the springs are wound to counterbalance that weight so the door feels light and the opener only has to guide it.
When one spring breaks, that balance is gone. Running the opener against a dead spring can strip gears, burn out the motor and bend the top panel. If you suspect a broken spring, leave the door where it is and give us a call.
Torsion and Extension Spring Replacement
Torsion Springs
Torsion springs sit on a shaft above the door and twist to store energy. They are found on most newer homes around Myrtle Beach and Murrells Inlet. On doors with two springs, we often recommend replacing both at the same time, since the second spring has gone through the same number of cycles and tends to fail soon after the first.
Extension Springs
Extension springs run along the horizontal tracks on each side and stretch when the door closes. They should always have a safety cable running through them so a broken spring cannot whip across the garage. If yours are missing safety cables, we can add them during the repair.
What Happens on a Spring Repair Visit
1. Inspect
We confirm which spring failed and check the cables, drums, bearings and rollers that take extra strain when a spring breaks.
2. Replace and Balance
New springs are sized to the weight of your door, wound to the correct tension, and the door is balanced so it stays put halfway open.
3. Test and Tune
We lubricate moving parts, test the opener force and reversal safety, and walk you through what we did.
Please Do Not Try This Yourself
Garage door springs hold a dangerous amount of stored energy. Unwinding a torsion spring without the right winding bars and training is one of the most common causes of serious garage injuries. Spring parts are inexpensive, but the risk is not worth it. Our technicians do this every day and carry the tools to do it safely.
Save on Your Spring Repair
Check our current deals for a coupon on spring repair or replacement. Mention it when you call.
Salt air and humidity along the coast speed up rust on springs. A yearly tune up with lubrication helps your new springs reach their full life.
Spring Repair FAQs
How long does a garage door spring repair take?
Most spring replacements are finished in a single visit. Doors with damaged cables or panels can take longer.
Can I open my garage door with a broken spring?
It is not recommended. The door will be very heavy and can drop suddenly. If you must get a car out, call us first and we will talk you through your options.
Should I replace both springs?
If your door has two springs and they were installed at the same time, replacing both is usually the smart choice. We will explain the condition of the remaining spring and let you decide.
Do you repair springs on weekends or at night?
Yes. We offer 24/7 emergency service. See our emergency repair page for details.
Which areas do you cover for spring repair?
Murrells Inlet, Garden City, Surfside Beach, Myrtle Beach, Conway, Pawleys Island, Georgetown and nearby communities. See all service areas.
Broken Spring? We Can Help Today.
Call A&A Garage Door Solutions for fast, safe spring replacement anywhere on the Grand Strand.