Restore Your Garage Door’s Power & Safety
Your garage door relies on heavy-duty springs to hold tension and power the opening mechanism. When it breaks that means you likely won’t be able to open it anymore unless you do it manually. Garage Headquarters uses high-quality commercial grade springs to keep you safe and get your garage door back to its optimal performance.
Garage Door Springs 101
Each garage door uses heavy-duty springs you typically won’t find in a home improvement store as they can cause major harm if you attempt to install them yourself. If not handled properly the springs can even be fatal due to the amount of stored energy they carry. This is more than a simple DIY repair and professional replacement is almost always needed.
Garage Headquarters has done premium garage door spring repair in Rhode Island and South Coast, MA for several years. Our goal is to get it right the first time so you don’t need to call for help again and can use your garage door the way you’re supposed to. Set up an appointment today to get started.
Sizing, Material Options, and Brand Sourcing
When you schedule your initial appointment we will make all the necessary measurements and sizing assessments to ensure that your new garage door springs are up to par. Garage Headquarters keeps leading brands in stock and in most cases we will be able to match it up and do same day service.
Torsion Springs vs. Extension Springs
Torsion springs are mounted horizontally on a metal shaft above the door opening where extension springs are mounted vertically or diagonally and run along the tracks on both sides. Torsion springs are often preferred because of the safety advantage of being secured on a shaft so that it won’t fly off. Extension springs require safety cables to prevent damage in case of failure.
Our Garage Door Panel Replacement Process
Garage Headquarters knows that damaged doors need a hasty yet detailed repair. We’ll handle everything you need throughout the process so that you can focus on your life while we get your home back to where it was.
Safety Isolation and Inspection
When we arrive on the date of service we will secure the door in place with tracks clamps and unplug the opener. We’ll also do a thorough inspection of the garage door area to identify anything else that may need serviced at this time so you don’t have to call us again.
Controlled Tension Release
This is the part where our technicians wind down the old spring needing to be replaced with solid steel winding bars. This is highly recommended to have done by a professional as it can be very dangerous without formal training in a controlled environment.
Hardware Replacement
The failed components are then removed and we replace it with a perfect match. Garage Headquarters uses high-cycle springs that are optimized for the door’s specific height and weight for a seamless transition that improves overall performance and lifespan.
Balance and Reversal Testing
We calibrate the spring tension and verify seating of cables then do a physical door balance test. The goal here is to make sure the door stays suspended halfway on its own. We also do a safety-compliance UL325 reversal test.
Winter Weather and Garage Door Springs
Living in New England means harsh winters that weaken your garage door springs. The freezing temperatures cause steel to contract and have a drastic impact on the tension of your garage door springs. It also alters the physical properties of the carbon steel and reduces its elasticity making it even more prone to fracture. Garage Headquarters is owned and operated by locals in Rhode Island and Massachusetts so we anticipate this “snap season” and are ready when you need it most.
Repair Your Garage Door Springs Now
Don’t let a non-functional garage door affect your life any longer. At Garage Headquarters we handle all the work for you and boost your garage door’s lifespan and longevity. Fill out the form below to set up an appointment.
