Broken Garage Door Spring in Lubbock?
A broken spring is the #1 reason garage doors stop working. Torsion springs — the horizontal springs above your door — do most of the heavy lifting. When one snaps, the door becomes dangerously heavy and most openers can't move it safely.
Torsion Spring vs Extension Spring — What's the Difference?
Torsion Springs
Mounted horizontally on a shaft above the door opening. Most modern Lubbock homes use torsion springs. They last 10,000–20,000 cycles (7–15 years with typical use) and provide smoother door operation than extension springs.
Extension Springs
Older style springs mounted on both sides of the door, parallel to the horizontal tracks. Common in older homes and lighter doors. When they break, the spring can fly across the garage if not properly contained with safety cables.
Spring Repair Pricing in Lubbock
| Service | Typical Range |
|---|---|
| Single torsion spring replacement | $150 – $220 |
| Double torsion spring replacement | $220 – $320 |
| Extension spring replacement (pair) | $120 – $200 |
| Spring + cable replacement combo | $200 – $350 |
We always recommend replacing springs in pairs. If one spring breaks, the other has similar wear and will likely fail within weeks. Replacing both at the same time saves you a second service call.
How Long Does Spring Repair Take?
For a standard torsion spring replacement on a typical 2-car garage door in Lubbock, the job takes 45–90 minutes. This includes removal of the broken spring, installation of new springs, tension adjustment, and a full safety inspection.
Signs Your Springs Are About to Fail
- Door feels heavy or unbalanced when lifting manually
- Squeaking or creaking sounds during operation
- Visible rust or corrosion on the spring coil
- Gap visible in the spring coil (spring is stretched)
- Door closes faster than normal
- Spring is more than 7 years old
Why Do Springs Break Faster in Lubbock?
Lubbock's extreme temperature swings — from 105°F summers to below-zero winter nights — cause metal to expand and contract repeatedly. This thermal cycling accelerates metal fatigue in springs. Combined with dry, dusty conditions that strip lubricant from the coils, Lubbock springs typically fail at the lower end of the 10,000-cycle lifespan range.
Lubricating your springs twice a year with a silicone-based spray (not WD-40) can add years to their lifespan.