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.
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. Continuing to operate a broken-spring door damages 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 more but last 2–3× longer.
How spring replacement works
A broken spring is one of the few garage door repairs that's genuinely unsafe to DIY — 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 — 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, see our general garage door repair service. We replace springs across Seattle, Bellevue, Kirkland, and the wider Puget Sound area.
Spring replacement — frequently asked questions
How long does spring replacement take?
Most replacements are done in under an hour, and we carry springs on the truck — so it's usually same-day.
Should I replace one spring or both?
If your door has two springs and one broke, we recommend both — they wear at the same rate, so replacing both gives 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 — roughly 7–10 years of normal use. High-cycle springs last two to three times longer.
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