We’re a big fan of do-it-yourself repair here at Sac’s, and we’ve shared quite a few unique DIY projects we’ve found on our blog over the years. But when it comes to garage door spring repair, it’s not a task you want to do on your own. Here’s a little garage door 101 for you: springs are under incredible tension and can cause serious damage if mishandled. Springs are a serious piece of hardware, and understandably so – they’re designed to counterbalance a garage door that weighs hundreds of pounds. Older springs have been known to fly through car windshields and even the wall of your garage. Mishandle one of those and you could seriously injure yourself. While this isn’t as much of an issue with the newer spring models, they’re still a garage door part you should take care around.

 

Repairing a Spring on a Garage Door: Leave it to the Pro’s

A flying spring isn’t the only danger when it comes to replacing one. If not installed properly, your whole garage door could come crashing down. And if you care about your warranty, it’s best to leave the whole job to a repair company. Most manufacturers have a clause in their terms that void your warranty if you take it upon yourself to do the job. If you need to fix a garage door spring, your best bet is to call a repair company for help.