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Garage Door Torsion Spring Replacement in Albuquerque, NM
A torsion spring sits horizontally on a metal shaft above the door opening and stores mechanical energy as the door closes, then releases it to help lift the door. When one breaks, the door becomes extremely heavy and the opener can't move it safely. Torsion springs are under high tension and are not a repair to attempt without proper tools and experience. Getting the right spring size for your door's weight determines how long the replacement lasts.
Albuquerque Garage Door Repair Co provides garage door torsion spring replacement for homeowners across Albuquerque, NM. Call for a free inspection and a written quote before any work begins.
When to Call
When You Need Garage Door Torsion Spring Replacement
- You heard a loud bang from the garage and the door stopped working overnight
- The door opens a few inches and then the opener strains and stops
- You can see a visible gap in the coiled spring above the door
- The door is so heavy you can barely lift it manually with both hands
How It Works
Our Process for Garage Door Torsion Spring Replacement
- 1
Measure and spec the spring
We measure wire diameter, inside diameter, and length, then weigh the door to confirm the correct spring rating before any work begins.
- 2
Release remaining tension safely
Even a broken spring may hold residual tension. We use winding bars to release it safely before removing any hardware from the shaft.
- 3
Remove and replace
We pull the old spring off the shaft, install the correctly-rated replacement, and wind it to the precise turn count for your door's weight.
- 4
Balance check and adjustment
We disconnect the opener and manually test door balance at mid-travel. A properly tensioned spring holds the door still at three feet without drifting.
Albuquerque Context
Why this matters in Albuquerque
Albuquerque's wide temperature swings — cold winter nights and hot summer days — cause spring metal to cycle through expansion and contraction repeatedly. That thermal stress shortens spring life compared to more temperate climates, so we see more spring calls here relative to the population.
Straight Talk
About pricing & scope
If both springs are present and one broke, we recommend replacing both. A spring that's the same age as the failed one is close to its own end. We'll explain this and let you decide, not pressure you.
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