Garage Door Spring Replacement in Seattle & Eastside
Same-day broken garage door spring replacement in Seattle, Bellevue, Kirkland, and Greater Puget Sound. Torsion and extension springs replaced in under an hour.
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How long should your springs last?
Every time your door goes up and back down, that's one cycle. A spring's "cycle rating" is simply how many of those open-and-close trips it's built to survive before it wears out. A typical household runs its door four to six times a day, so the rating you choose really decides whether you're back to a broken spring in a few years or set for decades.
The factory-default spring that comes on most new doors. It does the job, at least for a while.
- Light or occasional door use
- Rentals or a home you'll sell soon
- The lowest upfront cost
A thicker-gauge spring engineered for real daily life. The upgrade most homeowners are glad they made.
- Families and everyday use
- The garage as your main entrance
- Anyone who hates surprise repairs
The install-it-and-forget-it option. For most homes, this is the last spring you'll ever buy.
- Forever homes you're staying in
- Very high-traffic doors
- Maximum peace of mind
Estimated years assume roughly four to six open and close cycles per day. Heavier use shortens the timeline, which is exactly why higher-cycle springs pay off on busy doors.
Why paying for higher cycles usually pays off
Fewer breakdowns at the worst time
Springs almost always snap on a cold morning or right as you're leaving, trapping your car inside. More cycles means far fewer of those mornings.
Lower cost over the life of the door
One 50,000-cycle spring can outlast three to five standard springs, plus every repeat service visit that comes with them.
Easier on your opener and door
A correctly-sized, higher-cycle spring keeps the door balanced longer, so your opener isn't straining to lift a heavy, poorly-tensioned door.
A longer written warranty
We stand behind high-cycle springs for 3 years, versus 1 year on standard parts, because they're built to go the distance.
Not sure which cycle life fits your door?
Talk to an Expert →What's included
A broken torsion or extension spring is the #1 garage door failure we service. If your door won't lift, you hear a loud bang, or you see a visible gap in the spring above the door, stop using it right away. Continuing to run a door with a broken spring will damage the opener.
- ✓Torsion springs (standard and high-cycle) in every truck
- ✓Extension springs for older single-car doors
- ✓Both-spring replacement recommended for matched lifespan
- ✓Written warranty: 90 days labor, 1 year standard parts, 3 years on high-cycle springs
What to expect
Spring replacement cost depends on your door type, spring size, and whether you choose standard or high-cycle springs. We diagnose on-site for free and provide a clear written quote before any work begins. High-cycle springs cost a bit more but last two to three times longer.
How spring replacement works
A broken spring is one of the few garage door repairs that's genuinely unsafe to do yourself. The springs hold the full weight of the door under high tension. Here's how we handle it safely and fast.
- Call or book online. Tell us the door size and what happened. We arrive with torsion and extension springs already on the truck.
- On-site inspection & written quote. We measure the spring (wire size, length, inside diameter), check the cables and rollers, and give you an upfront price. It's free, with no obligation.
- Safe replacement. Using proper winding bars, we install the new spring(s), re-balance the door, and test the safety reverse and opener force settings.
- Warranty. Backed by 90 days labor, 1 year on standard parts, and 3 years on high-cycle springs.
Torsion vs. extension springs, and when to replace both
Torsion springs mount on a metal shaft above the door and are the standard on most modern doors. They're safer, last longer, and balance the door more smoothly. Extension springs run along the horizontal tracks and are common on older single-car doors. We service both.
If your door has two springs and one snaps, the second is usually close behind. Replacing both at once gives matched lifespan and avoids a second trip. For frequently used doors, high-cycle springs are worth the upgrade.
A broken spring often shows up alongside other wear. If you also have frayed cables or noisy rollers, take a look at our general garage door repair service. Not sure it's the spring? Read our guide on broken garage door springs. We replace springs across Seattle, Bellevue, Kirkland, and the wider Puget Sound area.
Common questions about spring replacement
How long does spring replacement take?
Most replacements are done in under an hour, and because we carry springs right on the truck, it's usually same-day.
Should I replace one spring or both?
If your door has two springs and one broke, we recommend doing both. They wear at the same rate, so replacing both gives you matched lifespan and avoids a second service call.
Can I replace a spring myself?
We strongly advise against it. Springs are under extreme tension and are a leading cause of serious DIY injuries. We replace them safely with the right tools.
How long do garage door springs last?
A standard spring is rated for about 10,000 cycles, which is roughly 7 to 10 years of normal use. High-cycle springs last two to three times longer.
What's the difference between standard, high-cycle, and extended-lifetime springs?
It all comes down to the cycle rating, meaning how many open and close trips the spring is built for. Standard runs about 10,000 cycles (roughly 4 to 7 years), high-cycle about 25,000 (roughly 12 to 17 years, or two to three times longer), and extended-lifetime about 50,000 (25 years and up). Higher-cycle springs cost a bit more upfront but usually outlast several standard springs and their service calls. See the full comparison above.
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