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Gah! Garage door spring broke this afternoon

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arcas

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I've read too many accounts of people being maimed trying to install springs themselves so I'll let a pro do it. One place estimated $150-$200 to replace both springs, another quoted $95/hour including travel time (installer gets stuck in traffic for 90 minutes? that'll cost you $140). Ouch.

 
The long, extension style springs are much simpler than the coiled up type that go on top of the door. I don't like to mess with either. I did when I was an industrial maintenance mechanic and they are very dangerous. Without the proper tools it's best left to the pros.
 
I did it, once, with the help of a friend. You should replace the pair. If one was old enough to break, the other may be close. Also, that will keep the tension about even on both sides.
 
It's quite easy to replace. Just make sure you have two people, once to hold up the garage door. I have done it many times.
 
NutBucket: Yeah, this is a sectional door with 2 large springs (well, one now) coiled around the top axle.

Harvey: I agree. I suspect the other spring is nearing its failure point so I'll get both replaced.

 
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