When it comes to replacing garage door springs, it’s important not to approach the task blindly. The garage door springs or “torsion springs” are what keeps tension on the garage door as it is raised and lowered. These springs are located right above the garage door opening. Torsions springs typically last for many years but because of the great deal of tension put on them, they will sometimes snap or break, requiring replacement.
The harsh weather conditions and extreme temperatures that your garage door faces here in the Midwest will surely play a role in its lifespan. Although it is uncommon for garage door springs to break, when it happens, homeowners may be left asking if they should be fixing these springs themselves or hire a company to come out and service the garage door for them.
To DIY Or Not To DIY, That Is The Question
Before any decisions are made, it is important to weigh the benefits of doing it yourself versus hiring a professional. It is important to consider the cost, time commitment, safety concerns and potential functionality issues when deciding whether or not you want to tackle the job by yourself. Important factors to consider include:
Cost – Completing the task on your own means you will only have to spend money on the springs and maybe some other minor tools to complete the job. You will not have to worry about paying for an installer.
Flexibility – Because you are replacing the garage door springs on your own, you are able to start and finish this task whenever you want. The downside to this is that the job may take you much longer to complete than it would an expert.
Safety – Springs are under extreme tension and can snap at any moment. If you don’t know what you are doing, replacing garage door springs can be a very dangerous task. When springs break they can do so incredibly violently, causing lacerations or even loss of limbs to an untrained installer.
Future Problems – So let’s say you’ve successfully completed the spring installation yourself, saved money and finished the job on your own schedule. What some people may not take into consideration is that if the installation is not done correctly and if poor tools were used for the job, future problems are likely to occur. The best way to prevent this is to hire a professional in the first place.
Leave Garage Door Springs Replacement To The Experts
Your comfort level with the task, financial situation and time constraints will all be factors to weigh when you’re deciding the best route to take for replacing garage door springs. Choosing a garage door company to install the springs for you will most likely end up saving you time and money in the future. So stop stressing and wasting your time. Call a professional to get your garage door springs replaced the right way.
Motor City Door: The Garage Door Experts
If your garage door springs are in need of replacing, Motor City Door is here to get you up and running again. Motor City Door has been serving Metro Detroit homeowners for over 40 years and has the knowledge and resources required to get the job done right. When it comes to repairs, experience matters! Call (586) 501-5874 to request your free quote.
