Garage Door Spring Broke? Here's What To Do
If your garage door spring broke, snapped, or your door won’t open, here’s exactly **what to do next** to stay safe and prevent expensive damage. 405 Garage Pros provides **fast same-day spring replacement** across Edmond, Oklahoma City, Deer Creek, Guthrie, Yukon, Moore & More.
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What To Do When Your Garage Door Spring Breaks
When homeowners search “garage door spring broke what to do”, the most important thing to know is: **stop using the door immediately**. A broken torsion spring removes all counterbalance, making the door dangerously heavy.
- Stop using the opener. The motor will burn out trying to lift a 250–350 lb door.
- Do NOT try to lift the door manually. A broken spring makes the door extremely heavy and unsafe.
- Look for the gap in the spring coil. A visible gap almost always means the torsion spring snapped.
- If your car is stuck inside, avoid using the emergency release. The door may drop if you can’t support its full weight.
- Call a garage door spring specialist. Springs must be sized, wound, and tensioned professionally.
405 Garage Pros offers same-day broken spring replacement throughout Edmond & the OKC metro.
Why Garage Door Springs Break
Most homeowners experience a spring failure without warning. Garage door torsion springs are designed for a certain number of cycles (typically 10,000–20,000). Once they reach the end of their lifespan, the coil snaps under tension.
- Normal wear and tear (most common)
- Cold weather coil contraction
- Poor-quality or undersized springs
- Lack of lubrication
- Imbalanced garage door system
When a spring breaks, the door becomes almost impossible to lift and may slam shut without warning.
Why You Shouldn’t Open a Garage Door With a Broken Spring
Many people search **“can I open my garage door if the spring is broken?”** The answer is always: **no**.
- The opener will burn out its gears
- The door can collapse unexpectedly
- You may bend tracks or break cables
- The door becomes extremely heavy
- There is a serious risk of injury
A garage door spring should always be replaced by a trained technician using the correct tools and safety equipment.
Signs Your Garage Door Spring Is Broken
- Loud bang like a gunshot
- Door opens only 3–6 inches
- Opener hums but door doesn’t move
- Door is crooked or stuck
- Visible gap in torsion spring
- Door feels extremely heavy
Same-Day Spring Replacement Service
405 Garage Pros installs **high-cycle, long-lasting torsion springs** built for Oklahoma weather and heavy daily use.
- Same-day appointments available
- High-cycle 25k–50k springs
- Dual spring conversion
- Precision winding and balancing
- Full safety system inspection
- Parts & labor warranty
We service all brands including LiftMaster, Genie, Chamberlain, Wayne Dalton, Clopay, and more.
Broken Spring FAQ
1. My garage door spring broke — what should I do?
Stop using the door, do not force it open, and schedule same-day replacement.
2. How long does spring replacement take?
Most repairs take 30–60 minutes.
3. Can I open the door manually?
No. The door is dangerously heavy without a working spring.
4. How much does it cost?
Costs depend on door size and spring type. Call us for a quick quote.
5. Why did I hear a loud bang?
That noise was the torsion spring snapping under tension.
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