Torsion & extension springs · 24/7 · DFW
Garage door spring replacement & repair in Dallas & Fort Worth
Heard a loud bang from the garage and now the door won’t lift? That’s almost always a broken spring. Fort Brothers replaces torsion and extension springs across DFW, then balances and tests the door so it lifts smoothly and safely again.
Serving all of DFW, including garage door repair in Dallas and garage door repair in Fort Worth.
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A loud bang followed by a door that won’t lift usually means a broken spring. Don’t force the door or try the repair yourself. Fort Brothers replaces torsion and extension springs across Dallas–Fort Worth, then balances and safety-tests the door. Same-day appointments when available, 24/7 for emergencies: (877) 547-9033.
Garage door spring replacement — torsion & extension
Need a broken garage door spring replaced today? We replace torsion springs (mounted above the door) and extension springs (along the side tracks) across Dallas–Fort Worth, 24/7, with same-day appointments when available. Springs are sized to your door’s weight, and on two-spring doors we recommend replacing both so the door stays balanced.
- Torsion spring replacement for one- and two-spring doors
- Extension spring replacement with safety cables
- Cables, drums, rollers and center bearing checked on every visit
- Door balanced and auto-reverse tested before we leave
- Lifetime warranty on parts we install, 90-day labor warranty, Price Match Guarantee
Your garage door’s springs do the heavy lifting — not the opener. Without spring tension, a typical two-car door is far too heavy to lift by hand, and the opener is only designed to move a door that is already balanced. When a spring breaks, the full weight of the door is suddenly on the opener, the cables and you.
That’s why a broken spring is one of the most common garage door calls in DFW. The good news: it’s a repair, not a reason to replace the whole door. We come to you anywhere in the Metroplex, confirm which spring failed and why, and give you a no-cost estimate before any work starts.
Know the signs
How can you tell a garage door spring is broken?
A loud bang from the garage
Torsion springs store a lot of energy. When one snaps, it can sound like a gunshot or something heavy falling — even when nobody is using the door.
A visible gap in the spring
Look at the spring bar above the door (with the door closed). A two-inch gap between coils means the spring has broken.
The door is suddenly very heavy
If the door suddenly feels far heavier than usual when lifted by hand, the spring isn’t carrying the load.
Opener hums or strains but the door barely moves
Many openers stop or reverse when the door is too heavy. Don’t keep pressing the button — you can burn out the motor or strip the gear.
Door rises crooked or only a few inches
On doors with two springs, one broken spring makes the door lift unevenly and can pull a cable off its drum.
Loose or slack cables
Cables often go slack or jump off the drums right after a spring breaks.
Our process
How does garage door spring repair work?
Inspect and identify
We confirm whether you have torsion springs (on a bar above the door) or extension springs (along the horizontal tracks), measure the old spring, and check cables, drums, bearings and rollers that may have been stressed when it broke.
Match the spring to your door
Springs have to be sized to your door’s weight and height. The wrong spring leaves the door heavy or makes it fly open. We match wire size, length and wind so the door balances correctly.
Replace in pairs when it makes sense
On two-spring doors, the spring that didn’t break has lived through the same number of cycles. We’ll explain whether replacing both now makes sense so the door lifts evenly — it’s your call.
Wind, balance and test
We set tension, check that the door stays put when lifted halfway by hand, lubricate moving parts, and test the opener’s force and auto-reverse so the whole system works together.
North Texas conditions
Why springs break in North Texas
Springs are rated for a limited number of open-and-close cycles, and busy households hit that limit faster — especially families that use the garage as the front door. Triple-digit summer days and fast temperature swings when a cold front blows through add stress to steel that is already near the end of its life.
Humidity after spring storms can leave surface rust on uncoated springs, which adds friction between coils. And if your door has ever been hit by hail, dented sections can add weight or binding that makes springs work harder. We look at the whole door, not just the broken part, so the new springs aren’t fighting a separate problem.
Pricing
What affects the cost of spring repair?
Every door is different, so the price depends on what’s actually wrong. These are the main things that affect your estimate:
- Torsion vs. extension. The type of system on your door changes the parts and labor involved.
- One spring or two. Replacing a matched pair costs more up front but keeps the door balanced and avoids a second visit when the older spring gives out.
- Door size and weight. Heavier doors — insulated, wood-look, or oversized three-car doors — need heavier-duty springs.
- Related damage. Frayed cables, worn drums or bent tracks caused by the break are quoted separately so you can see exactly what you’re paying for.
- Timing. Nights, weekends and holidays are covered by our 24/7 emergency service; we’ll tell you up front how that affects your estimate.
We give you a no-cost estimate before any work begins, and there’s no service-call fee when we do the work.
Read the full guide: what affects garage door spring repair cost in DFW →
Choosing the right replacement spring
Sized to your door
Springs are matched by wire size, inside diameter and length to your door’s actual weight. We weigh and balance the door instead of guessing from the old spring, which may have been the wrong size from the start.
Standard or high-cycle springs
Standard springs are rated for about 10,000 open-and-close cycles. High-cycle springs last much longer, which makes sense for a door used as the main entry. We explain both before we start.
Replacing springs in pairs
On a two-spring door, when one breaks the other is usually close behind. Replacing both keeps the door balanced and saves a second visit.
Extension to torsion conversion
Older doors with side extension springs can often be converted to a torsion system, which runs smoother and is safer. We can quote it at the same visit.
Related: broken spring help, cable repair, tune-ups, and spring repair in Dallas, Fort Worth, Rockwall and Wylie.
FAQ
Garage Door Spring Repair FAQs
Can you replace an internal garage door spring?
Yes. The spring above the door on the shaft (the torsion spring) is the one we replace most. We size it to your door, balance the door and safety-test it.
Do you do garage door spring repair in Dallas and Fort Worth?
Yes. Spring replacement is our most common job across Dallas, Fort Worth and the surrounding cities, usually same-day when a technician is available.
Can I still open my garage door with a broken spring?
Sometimes, but it isn’t safe to try. Without the spring, the door is extremely heavy and can drop suddenly. If your car is trapped, call us — we can often get you out the same day when a slot is available, and 24/7 for emergencies.
Should I replace both springs if only one broke?
On a two-spring door, both springs have the same age and usage, so the second one is usually close behind. We’ll show you what we see and let you decide; many homeowners choose to replace both to keep the door balanced.
What’s the difference between torsion and extension springs?
Torsion springs sit on a metal bar above the door and twist to lift it. Extension springs run alongside the horizontal tracks and stretch. Both can be replaced; torsion systems generally run smoother and are common on newer DFW homes.
How long does a spring replacement take?
A straightforward spring replacement is usually a single-visit job. If cables, drums or rollers were damaged when the spring broke, we’ll explain the extra work before we do it.
Why did my spring break when I wasn’t using the door?
Springs weaken with every cycle and can give out while simply sitting under tension — the spring reached the end of its life. A sharp temperature swing can be the final push.
Is it safe to replace a garage door spring myself?
We strongly advise against it. Torsion springs hold enough energy to cause serious injury, and using the wrong tools to wind them is a common way people get hurt. This is a job for a trained technician.
Will a new spring fix a door that’s noisy or heavy?
If the spring is the cause, yes — a correctly sized spring makes the door feel light again. Noise can also come from worn rollers or dry hinges, which we check during every spring visit.
Is there a warranty on replacement springs?
Yes. Springs are covered by our lifetime warranty on parts we install. We’ll go over exactly what’s being replaced when we give you your no-cost estimate.
Do you replace springs on weekends and at night?
Yes. We offer 24/7 emergency garage door service across Dallas–Fort Worth, and same-day appointments when available.
What is a high-cycle garage door spring?
A spring built with heavier wire and a longer body so it lasts far more open-and-close cycles than a standard spring. It is a good choice if your family uses the garage door as the main way in and out.
Can you convert extension springs to a torsion spring?
Yes, on most residential doors. A torsion conversion replaces the side springs with a spring mounted above the door, which gives smoother, quieter and safer operation.
Recent work
Spring repairs from recent jobs
Broken and worn torsion springs we’ve replaced — real photos from Fort Brothers jobs.
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New torsion spring on a double door, Mesquite. 
New torsion spring on an insulated door, Frisco. 
New pair of torsion springs, Dallas. 
Double door after a spring replacement, Plano. 
Full-view glass door after a spring replacement, Dallas. 
Torsion spring on a door repair, Fort Worth. 
White double door after a spring replacement, Dallas. 
Torsion spring on an insulated door after a spring replacement, Allen.
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