Heard a loud bang and now the door won't lift? That is almost always a broken spring.
Don't keep pressing the opener and don't try to lift the door by hand. Springs hold the door's weight under high tension. Keep kids and pets clear, and text us a photo of the springs above the door.
What it usually costs
| Spring type | Typical installed price (US) |
|---|---|
| Torsion (one bar above the door) | $350–$540 |
| Extension (along each side track) | $300–$400 |
Source: This Old House, updated Mar 10, 2026. National figures, not a quote.
Springs often wear out as a pair, so a tech may suggest replacing both. That's a reasonable suggestion. It should be in your written quote before the work, never added afterwards.
Questions to ask
- Is the price for one spring or both, parts and labor included?
- What's the warranty on the springs and on the labor?
- Will you check the cables and rollers while you're there, and price anything extra separately?
Our promises
- A written quote before any workTexted to you. Reply YES to approve. No surprises on the invoice.
- Nothing extra without your OK in writingIf the tech finds another problem, you get a new written price first.
- Typical prices posted, with sourcesSee our price page before anyone shows up.
- One company, not threeYour phone won't ring off the hook with strangers.
Who answers when you call
This website is run by the operator of this site. We are not a repair company. We connect you with a licensed local garage door company that has agreed in writing to the promises on this page, and we tell you its name before anyone comes out.
Your request goes to one company, not three. We never sell your details to a list of contractors.