A remote-operated garage door is a convenient feature in any home. Most of these doors operate with springs that hold tension. Although rare, a broken spring can cause operability issues. Here are some signs that you need to contact a repair technician. 

3 Ways to Know if Your Garage Door Has a Broken Spring

1. Quick Closing 

Your garage door should close quickly, but in a controlled fashion. It shouldn’t crash to the ground. It should have an opener force safety feature to prevent it from falling. If this feature doesn’t activate, your door may drop too quickly because the spring can’t bear its weight to lower it at a safe speed.

2. Uneven Opening

The door has springs on either side to pull it up by evenly distributing its weight. However, if one spring is failing or broken, you’ll likely notice one side of the door tilting downwards. This situation occurs because only one spring can hold the weight; the damaged side can’t pull the door up. Without prompt action, your garage door can become stuck in its tracks.

3. Loud Noise 

Damage can occur in a stationary position as the spring unwinds on the door mechanism or breaks. When it snaps, the resulting crash of the door is usually loud enough to be heard outside the garage.

If spontaneous breakage happens, it may be because one or both springs are aging, poorly lubricated, or corroded. Most types are designed to last for about 10,000 cycles, so if yours are approaching that threshold, replacement may be more effective than repairs. 

If you think your garage door has a broken spring, reach out to the team at Overhead Door Company of Brookfield. Serving residential and commercial clients throughout Fairfield County, CT, this overhead door company offers superior products and services at competitive prices. Whether you need garage door repair, installation, or a spring replacement, these professionals have the tools and expertise to get the job done right. To learn more about their services, visit them online or call (203) 740-7691 to schedule your free estimate today.