Is it time to replace your garage door springs? Unfortunately, most home and business owners wait until their springs break before replacing them. This can be problematic for a few reasons. If you’re a homeowner, you risk not being able to open your garage door. If your car is in there, you may end up missing work. Sure, you could always try to open the door manually. But since there’s no spring to counterbalance the weight, you’ll have to raise a door that could weigh more than 300 pounds on your own. And if you’re a business, this could cost you some serious daily revenue. To find out when they need to be replaced, check the manufacturer documentation for your springs. All springs are rated to last a certain length of time. Always try to replace them before they pass their rated lifespan.

 

Upgrading to Torsion Springs for a Garage Door

If you’re replacing garage door extension springs, then it’s the perfect time to upgrade. Torsion springs are the newer type and are far more superior. Depending on the torsion spring model you pick, it may be the last spring you’ll ever need. Not only do they last longer, they’re safer and quieter. Plus, they’ll put less wear on your door and automatic garage door opener.