Sydney Homeowners: Got a Broken Spring or Cable?

Your garage door springs do the heavy lifting so you don't have to. They're counterbalancing up to 150kg of door weight, about the same as moving a full-sized fridge every time you open the garage, making your garage door easy to operate. Without properly functioning springs, you'd struggle during power outages and your opener motor would wear out much faster. Quality springs ensure smooth, balanced movement of your door and protect other components. We exclusively use Australian-made torsion springs because they're built for our conditions and last significantly longer than imported alternatives.

The most obvious sign is when your door won't open or suddenly drops. You might also notice a loud bang (that's the spring breaking), a visible gap in the spring, or your door looking crooked or moving unevenly. If your motor's straining but the door barely moves, that's another telltale sign.

Absolutely. Garage door springs are under massive tension and can cause serious injuries if mishandled. We've seen too many DIY attempts gone wrong - it's just not worth the risk. We have the right tools, training, and Australian-made replacement parts to do the job safely.

With our Australian-made springs, you can expect 7-10 years of reliable service under normal use. Imported springs often fail within 1-3 years. Cables typically last about as long as springs when properly installed, but can wear faster if the door is unbalanced.

Keep an eye and ear out for warning signs - unusual noises, visible wear, or a door that moves unevenly are all telling you something's not right. Regular maintenance twice yearly is your best protection. During our service visits, we apply quality silicon-based lubricant to all moving parts and perform a comprehensive safety check. This preventative approach can add years to your springs' lifespan and helps avoid that frustrating moment when your door decides to stop working at the worst possible time.

For Sydney metro areas, we can typically get to you within 24 hours. Just give us a call, and we'll give you a clear timeframe, and stick to it.

We always replace both springs even if only one has broken. This ensures balanced door operation and prevents the second spring from failing soon after (which it likely will, as both springs age at the same rate). We'll always explain your options, but matching pairs of springs provide the best long-term value.

Quality spring replacement starts from about $500 including parts and our comprehensive service. This includes Australian-made springs (which outlast imports by years), professional installation, door rebalancing, and our full system check. Most doors have a pair of springs working together, and we typically recommend replacing both at once even if only one has failed. This ensures balanced operation and prevents you from having another spring failure shortly after. We provide clear, upfront pricing so you know exactly what to expect.

Beyond just replacing the broken components, we perform a complete door balance and tension adjustment, lubricate all moving parts, check and adjust safety features, replace your remote batteries, and conduct a thorough safety inspection of your entire door system. We'll even clean up completely when we're done.

Yes, all our spring and cable repairs come with the manufacturer's 3 years warranty on parts, plus our own 1 year workmanship guarantee. hould any issues arise with materials, we'll tackle the manufacturer communication so you don't have to. We'll give you all the warranty details in writing before we leave, so you know exactly where you stand.