Why You Should Call The Pros

06 Nov Why You Should Call The Pros

A malfunctioning garage door is a home owner’s bad dream especially when it’s the spring that breaks. Signs that you need garage door spring repair include a nasty nest of gnarled wire bunched up on either side of the door. If you spy this, you have one of two choices: fix it yourself or call in the pros. 

If you call the pros for garage door spring repair. 

The estimated cost for a professional to complete your garage door spring repair depends entirely upon the damage that was done during the break. If it’s a simple spring replacement, you might be able to get by with a hundred to two hundred dollar repair. If the malfunction damages other parts of the door, the repair bill could easily tick up a hundred more. But repairing the problem requires know-how and tremendous caution. Maybe any bill for peace of mind is worth it.    

How to find a reputable professional

One option is to check in with the Better Business Bureau for garage door repair professionals in your area. You can also head online and do an internet search spending some time reading customer reviews on social media about businesses in your community. You can also reach out to friends and family that have garage doors for a recommendation. 

If you’re going to attempt garage door spring repair yourself

Garage door repair professionals do have the right tools to get the job done. So the first step, if you’re going to fix the repair on your own, is to gather the right tools. You’ll need vise grips, replacement springs, an adjustable wrench, winding bars, steel rods, a trusty ladder, a ruler and pencil, a socket wrench, and a well lit area within which to work.   

Is it wise to attempt the repair on your own

If it’s your first time working on your garage door, you might employ a friend or neighbor to give you a hand for the repair. The springs in your door frame might still be under tremendous tension whether they’re functional or not. Be sure to keep your head clear of the springs and the rest of your body protected as you repair them. Fixing springs can be a dangerous chore. Be sure you know exactly what you’re doing well before you start.