In most cases when a garage door is not opening as it normally does, a broken garage door spring is responsible for the problem. If this is the case, how much is this going to cost to fix your garage door? The cost for garage door spring repair can vary depending on the type of door you have and the type of spring your door uses, but for most residential doors in the Denver area, it can cost anywhere from $150 to $300 for a single spring, and $200 to $300 for two springs.
As noted earlier Smart Garage Door Service is a local Denver Garage Door Repair Company servicing the Denver Metro Area since 2017. Our team is very experienced with all sorts of garage door springs, so rest assured knowing you’ll get a fair and honest price for any service you need for your garage door springs.
How Much is a Garage Door Spring Repair in Denver?
Repair and replacement for garage door springs in Denver costs between $150 and $300 for a typical residential garage door. A single spring of a standard garage door (a single-car garage door for example) usually will cost $150-$200 to replace for a repair call, which includes the price for the part plus the service call. Many single-car garages have only one torsion spring on the garage door.
Single torsion spring replacement: $150-$200. Single car garage doors typically have 1 spring.
Double spring replacement cost: $200-$300 for two springs. Most two car garage doors are equipped with two torsion springs. Even if only one spring breaks, we highly recommend replacing the second spring as well, as both springs are subject to the same amount of stress and will likely fail soon after the first spring.
Extension spring replacement $100 to $175. Extension springs are old fashioned. They run horizontally along the tracks on either side of the garage door opening. They are heavier then torsion springs and often break in half when they fail.
Upgraded High-Cycle Garage Door Springs (as part of garage door spring repair) are available to extend the life of your door. The high-cycle option lasts approximately 25,000 cycles or more as opposed to the standard cycle rated option (tortion type springs) which lasts approximately 10,000 cycles. High-Cycle Springs cost an additional $50 to $100 per spring.
What Affects the Price of Spring Repair in Denver?
The cost for a garage door spring repair will largely depend on the size and weight of the door. This means a large wooden door or oversized two car garage door will likely require more expensive, heavier-duty springs.
The type of spring used in your garage door system, whether you have torsion or extension springs, can also have an effect on the cost to repair. Most modern garage door systems have torsion springs, which cost a bit more than extension springs but offer longer life and safety.
One spring or two? It makes little difference when it comes to the price of spring repair. Although, as already mentioned, we recommend to replace both springs, even if one of them is broken. The second spring is exposed to the same stress and will most likely fail soon after the first one.
The service call fee will be applied to the cost of the repair. We at Smart Garage Door Service give you a flat-rate quote for the repair before we start work on your garage door. That is what you will pay for the repair.
Why Are Some Garage Door Companies in Denver Charging So Much for Garage Spring Repair?
Why Do Garage Door Companies Charge $500 or More to Repair a Spring? This is a common question that we have been asked by homeowners in the Denver, Colorado area. It is our understanding that some companies use the lower price to come to your home and then try to sell you additional items such as new garage door cables, garage door bearings or garage door spring and then tell you that your garage door needs to be completely tuned up. They will increase the original price by three fold.
We have seen numerous cases where a homeowner has been charged $400 to $600 for a replacement of a single spring. Smart Garage Door Service quotes a price for a replacement of a single spring at $200. The type of springs we use are of the highest quality and are rated for 25,000 cycles or more. The vast majority of torsion springs on the market are rated for 10,000 cycles. So, while the initial price may seem low for a replacement of a single spring, the homeowner may be purchasing a lower quality spring that will need to be replaced again in the near future.
However, with Smart Garage Door Service, you will be informed of what you need, why you need it and it will be done for a flat rate fee prior to us beginning work. And we use the best in the industry for our springs. We use imported springs that are rated for the amount of cycles that we advertise.
How Long Does Spring Repair Take?
Spring replacements are usually a very quick repair. Most take about 45 minutes to an hour to complete. We stock all of the most common springs for garage doors on our trucks. That usually means that we can complete your repair in one visit. We provide same-day garage door spring repair service to residents of Denver and the surrounding Denver Metro area. We can usually have a technician to your home within a few hours of your call.
Is It Safe to Use My Garage Door with a Broken Spring?
Yes, a broken garage door spring is a serious safety issue. A garage door can be very heavy and must be lifted by a powerful electric motor and the springs. If a spring breaks, the door can no longer be opened or closed safely by the opener. In addition, attempting to manually open a garage door with a broken spring can cause serious injury. The door can fall and hit you unexpectedly.
If a spring breaks, a qualified technician will disconnect the garage door from the opener(s). He or she will leave the door in the closed position and then can replace the springs at his or her convenience.
When Should I Replace My Garage Door Springs in Denver?
Most torsion springs used on garage doors will last approximately 7 to 10 years under normal usage. The extreme temperature changes from cold nighttime temperatures to warm daytime temperatures can cause springs to fatigue sooner than normal. As springs get close to this cycle range or show signs of wear such as slow door operation or uneven door tracking it is best to schedule a service call before a spring fails completely.
Schedule Same-Day Spring Repair in Denver
Smart Garage Door Service offers Same Day Garage Door Spring Repair service throughout the Denver Metro area. This includes: Denver, Aurora, Lakewood, Centennial, Littleton, Highlands Ranch, Parker, Castle Rock, Arvada, Westminster, Broomfield and surrounding communities. Call us at (720) 299-5604 or fill out our free garage door repair estimate form for a quote.
