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Like many of the technological wonders of the 20th century, automatic garage doors are often taken for granted. You may not give the inner workings a second thought when the door goes up or down at the push of a button. It’s only when something goes awry that you notice the various parts, such as the garage door springs. Serving New Haven County for 30 years, Oxford, CT’s Superior Overhead Door has worked on countless garage door repairs that have been tied directly to faulty garage door springs.

Diagnosing a problem with garage doors can be challenging for a novice. Even experienced contractors with specialties in other construction areas can have issues with garage door repair. That’s why it’s important to hire an expert who understands how garage door springs operate.

garage door springsGarage doors contain one of two types of springs: extension and torsion. The most common type, extension springs, are usually placed above the upper horizontal tracks and extend to raise and lower the door. These springs must be accompanied by safety cables, which prevent the springs from becoming projectiles if they fail. Torsion springs utilize torque to raise the doors by twisting and coiling the springs around the shaft. These springs are more expensive than the extension type but usually last twice as long.

If your garage door suddenly stops working or is very noisy during operation, switch to manual operation and lift it on your own. If you still have trouble getting it open, the springs could be out of balance.

It cannot be understated how important it is to hire a professional for garage door spring repair. An incorrect adjustment to the brackets attached to the springs or damage to the safety cables can be life-threatening.

If you think you need garage door repairs, turn to Superior Overhead Door. Their reliability, price, and experience are hard to beat. Get in touch with the garage door specialists today by calling (203) 881-2207 or by visiting their website.

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