What to Do When Your Spring Breaks

By United Overhead Door Corp — New Milford, CT

Step 1 — Do Not Touch It

Torsion springs are under extreme tension — a broken spring can cause serious injury if mishandled. Do not attempt to operate the door manually and do not try to repair the spring yourself. Leave the door exactly where it is.

Step 2 — Disconnect the Opener

Unplug the garage door opener or switch it off at the breaker. This prevents anyone from accidentally activating the door while the spring is broken, which can cause serious damage to tracks, cables and panels.

Step 3 — Identify the Symptoms

• Loud bang when door was in use — almost always a broken spring
• Door is very heavy and won't stay open manually
• Opener runs but door barely moves or won't move
• Visible gap in the spring above the door

Step 4 — Call United Door

United Overhead Door provides same-day spring replacement throughout Fairfield County CT. Our trucks carry springs in multiple sizes for all door brands. Call (203) 403-0049 — we respond fast any day, any hour.