Overhead doors mechanics are simple. They require the leverage of pressure on springs to open and close, and very rarely will you come across a door that does not use a springs mechanics. Making Garage Door Spring Replacement one of the most common types of door repairs in Home Improvement.
Garage Doors commonly are equipped with a set of two springs to reduce the amount of pressure on each other. So, it is not a good sign when you notice that one of the garage door springs have broken. It is a strong indicator that if one of your springs has already broke, the other may soon follow. This is because the pressure that two springs has is now all on one spring. Greatly reducing the lifespan of the remaining one.
Extension or torsion, which is better?
There are normally two types of springs that a garage utilizes to function properly. Extension springs and the torsion springs. Extension springs function just like the name says, by extending/stretching itself outwards and inwards to lift and lower the door. Torsion springs work by taking on the weight/pressure of the door to lift and lower itself. So, which one is better for my door if I need a replacement? Extension springs are generally the best option for homes as it is the cheapest. But, extension garage door springs have a shorter lifespan than torsion springs because of the amount of pressure it can handle is lower. Torsion springs are usually used in commercial properties where the overhead door is larger and heavier. So, if you are replacing springs on a standard residential door it is recommended to go with extensions. However, if you are replacing springs on a commercial sized garage door, it is recommended to go with torsions.
A warning to DIYers.
If you are looking to do-it-yourself replace garage door springs, it is recommended by most home improvement bloggers that you leave it up to professionals. Replacing and repairing your own garage door springs can be a dangerous task. Even deadly. Yes, that means there has been deaths that have occurred from attempting to do repairs. So, unless you are trained and/or certified to handle this repair job - leave it to someone who knows what they are doing.
Go with a Garage Door Repair Company.
If you've decided (we hope) to leave this repair job up to a garage door repair company, feel free to call us today. We can schedule an appoint with one of our knowledgeable technicians to come out to your property and make any necessary fixes and replacements
Garage Doors commonly are equipped with a set of two springs to reduce the amount of pressure on each other. So, it is not a good sign when you notice that one of the garage door springs have broken. It is a strong indicator that if one of your springs has already broke, the other may soon follow. This is because the pressure that two springs has is now all on one spring. Greatly reducing the lifespan of the remaining one.
Extension or torsion, which is better?
There are normally two types of springs that a garage utilizes to function properly. Extension springs and the torsion springs. Extension springs function just like the name says, by extending/stretching itself outwards and inwards to lift and lower the door. Torsion springs work by taking on the weight/pressure of the door to lift and lower itself. So, which one is better for my door if I need a replacement? Extension springs are generally the best option for homes as it is the cheapest. But, extension garage door springs have a shorter lifespan than torsion springs because of the amount of pressure it can handle is lower. Torsion springs are usually used in commercial properties where the overhead door is larger and heavier. So, if you are replacing springs on a standard residential door it is recommended to go with extensions. However, if you are replacing springs on a commercial sized garage door, it is recommended to go with torsions.
A warning to DIYers.
If you are looking to do-it-yourself replace garage door springs, it is recommended by most home improvement bloggers that you leave it up to professionals. Replacing and repairing your own garage door springs can be a dangerous task. Even deadly. Yes, that means there has been deaths that have occurred from attempting to do repairs. So, unless you are trained and/or certified to handle this repair job - leave it to someone who knows what they are doing.
Go with a Garage Door Repair Company.
If you've decided (we hope) to leave this repair job up to a garage door repair company, feel free to call us today. We can schedule an appoint with one of our knowledgeable technicians to come out to your property and make any necessary fixes and replacements