The springs in your garage door play a crucial role in allowing them to open and close properly. A broken spring can make your garage door unusable and dangerous, so changing it as soon as possible will let you use the door safely again. Replacing the spring without experience is highly risky, so it’s best to let the professionals handle it.
Ingstrup Garage Doors and Construction is here whenever you need a garage door spring repair in Lansing, Michigan.
Our Spring Repair Services
If you notice your garage door no longer opens or closes correctly or you hear a loud, explosive-like sound, one issue could be broken springs. To prevent a broken garage door, call Ingstrup Garage Doors for a spring replacement service. When you call us, we’ll schedule an appointment to have one of our experienced technicians visit your home to review the garage door’s springs and condition.
Once we arrive, our technician will identify the cause of the spring breakage and perform the necessary repairs or replacements using high-quality tools and products to ensure the fix allows a lasting performance. We work with torsion and extension springs.
Benefits of Working With Ingstrup Garage Doors
Ingstrup Garage Doors is here for you whenever your garage door needs repairing. We have over 25 years of experience helping Michigan homeowners and residents with their garage doors, whether they need repairs, replacements or new installations. When you work with us, you get:
- Transparent pricing
- Expert and efficient services
- Kind customer service
We ensure you understand the cause of an issue, our solution for fixing it and the price it’ll cost for our services.
Frequently Asked Questions: Garage Door Springs
Here are some common questions and answers to help you learn more about garage door springs.
How Will You Know When You Need a Spring Repair?
Besides hearing a loud, explosive-like sound, other signs to look for to determine if you need a garage door spring repair include:
- Visible gaps in the springs
- Crooked or bent door positioning
- Slow door movement
- Jerking movements when the door opens or closes
What Is the Difference Between a Torsion and an Extension Spring?
Garage doors have two types of springs: torsion and extension. Torsion springs are mounted above the garage door and use winding movements to apply force when lifting and lowering a garage door. Extension springs are installed on both sides of the garage door on the roller tracks and use traditional expansion and contraction movements when opening and closing garage doors.
Why Hire a Professional for Spring Repairs?
Garage doors are hefty, and the springs can be difficult to repair if you don’t know what you’re doing. Allowing a professional to complete the repair ensures the right tools, parts and safety measures are used.
How Long Do Garage Springs Last?
The longevity of garage door springs depends on how often you use your garage door. They can typically last for 7– 12 years before needing a replacement.
Can You Open Your Garage Door With a Broken Spring?
While you can technically open the garage door manually if there is a broken spring, we do not recommend doing so. The weight of a garage door is extremely heavy, and if an incident occurs, someone could get hurt. Wait for a professional to replace the spring before using your garage door.
Do You Need to Replace Both Springs if Only One Is Broken?
You don’t have to replace both springs if only one is broken, but we highly recommend replacing both at the same time. Replacing both springs ensures a properly balanced garage door, which is crucial for your safety.
Contact Ingstrup Garage Doors for Spring Repairs Today
Keep your garage doors safe and working correctly. It’s time to schedule professional repair services whenever you notice your garage doors aren’t opening correctly or you see something wrong with a spring. Instrup Garage Doors is here to repair your garage door spring in Lansing. Call us at (517) 305-4639 or complete our service request form to get started!
