Broken Springs

Safe, Professional Broken Spring Repair in the Houston Area

Garage door springs carry the weight of the door so you can open and close it with minimal effort. When a spring breaks, the door may become heavy, stuck, or unsafe to operate. White Oak Overhead Doors Co. handles broken spring repair and replacement for homeowners and businesses throughout the Greater Houston region, including Houston, The Woodlands, Katy, Sugar Land, Pearland, Cypress, Spring, Tomball, Humble, League City, Friendswood, Bellaire, West University Place, Jersey Village, Missouri City, Richmond, Rosenberg, Pasadena, La Porte, and Baytown.

We never recommend DIY spring work. Torsion and extension springs store a great deal of energy and can cause serious injury if handled incorrectly. Our technicians are trained and equipped to replace broken springs safely and to match the correct spring type and size for your door.

Why Springs Break, Types, and Our Safe Process

Springs wear out over time due to repeated cycles and exposure to temperature and humidity. A broken spring often fails suddenly: you may hear a loud noise and the door will not open or will only open partway. In many cases, both springs are replaced at the same time so the system is balanced and the other spring does not fail soon after.

We will inspect the springs and the rest of the system, recommend the right replacement, and complete the job with quality parts designed for your door size and weight. Torsion springs mount above the door on a shaft; extension springs run along the sides. Each type has a different installation and safety procedure. Our team works on both and will ensure the correct spring system for your door. Using the wrong type or size can lead to poor performance or early failure.

We follow strict safety protocols when removing and installing springs. We use the right tools and take the time to set tension and test the door so it operates smoothly and safely. After replacement, we will test the door and explain how to use it and what to watch for in the future.

Service Areas, Replacement Strategy, and Warranty

We have been serving the Houston metro area for years and understand how important a working garage door is to your daily routine. Whether you are in Houston, The Woodlands, Katy, Sugar Land, Pearland, Cypress, Spring, Tomball, Humble, League City, Friendswood, Bellaire, West University Place, Jersey Village, Missouri City, Richmond, Rosenberg, Pasadena, La Porte, or Baytown, we are here to help with broken spring repair and replacement.

If one spring has broken, the other is often near the end of its life too. Replacing both at once avoids a second failure soon after and keeps the door balanced. We will recommend the best approach based on the age and condition of your springs. Springs are rated for a certain number of cycles. Heavy use or an oversized door can shorten their life. We install springs that match your door weight and size so they last as long as intended. We also stand behind our spring work with a warranty so you can have confidence in the repair.

We secure the door in the open position so it cannot fall. We release the tension from the broken spring safely and remove it. We then install the new spring or springs, set the correct tension, and test the door through full travel. The whole process usually takes an hour or so depending on door size and spring type.

Get a Quote for Broken Spring Service

If your garage door will not open or you suspect a broken spring, contact White Oak Overhead Doors Co. for a professional assessment and quote. We will get your door back in service safely and reliably.