Garage Door Spring Replacement Perth

A broken spring makes your garage door extremely heavy and unsafe to operate. It can cause the door to drop suddenly, jam halfway, or overload your garage door motor. Slide And Glide provides professional garage door spring replacement in Perth, restoring safe, smooth operation on sectional, roller and tilt doors. Our technicians replace worn torsion and extension springs with high-cycle quality products that protect your vehicles, improve security, and keep your house accessible.

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    Why Garage Door Springs Can Break

    Garage door springs are designed to lift most of the door’s weight. When springs weaken, the motor and hardware take the strain, which increases the chance of breakdowns, damage, and safety risks.

    Most springs are rated by cycle life, meaning one cycle equals one full open and close.

    • Standard springs: often rated around 10,000 cycles
    • High-cycle springs: often rated around 20,000 cycles or more

    If your garage door is used 4 to 8 times per day, a 10,000-cycle spring can wear out much sooner than most homeowners expect. In Perth, salty coastal air, dust, and summer heat can accelerate rust and fatigue, especially if the spring coils are dry or the door is slightly out of balance.

    Replacing worn springs early delivers clear benefits

    1

    Protect Your Family And Home

    A weak spring can let the door fall or bind, creating a serious risk for children, pets, and property.

    2

    Keep Your Vehicle Access Reliable

    Prompt spring replacement reduces the chance you get locked in or out due to a jammed door.

    3

    Extend the Life of Your Opener

    Balanced springs reduce load on the garage door motor, internal gears, and drive components.

    5

    Improve Energy Efficiency

    A properly balanced door closes flush to the floor, helping reduce heat and dust entry.

    6

    Avoid Expensive Emergency Repairs

    gnoring spring fatigue can lead to bent tracks, snapped cables, or a burnt-out motor.

    Torsion Vs Extension Springs And What We Recommend

    Different door designs use different spring systems. Replacing the correct spring type, with the correct sizing and rating, is what makes the repair last.

    Torsion Springs

    Torsion springs sit on a shaft above the door opening on many sectional garage doors. They store energy by twisting, then release it to lift the door. Torsion systems are known for smoother operation and better control.

    Extension Springs

    Extension springs are commonly found on older sectional setups and many tilt doors. They stretch along the tracks or side area and expand to lift the door.

    Signs You Need A Garage Door Spring Replacement

    Some spring failures are obvious, others show up as “small” changes in operation. Common warning signs include:

    • Door feels heavy, drops quickly, or will not stay halfway when lifted manually

    • Opener stops early, reverses, or strains during lifting

    • Visible gap in the spring coils or a loud bang from the garage

    • Door becomes uneven, crooked, or noisy during movement

    • Increased vibration, jerky motion, or rubbing along the tracks

    If you notice any of these, stop using the door and book a service. Continuing to operate a door with a failing spring can snap cables, damage tracks, and shorten the lifespan of your garage door motor.

    Common Spring And Hardware Problems We Fix In Perth

    Spring issues often show up alongside other worn parts. Our technicians check the full system so the repair is complete, not temporary.

    • Incorrect Spring Tension

      Too weak makes the door heavy and dangerous. Too strong can make the door rise by itself.

    • Worn Cables Or Frayed Strands

      Cables carry high loads. Wear increases the risk of sudden failure.

    • Dry Components And Noisy Movement

      Lack of lubrication increases friction and reduces spring life.

    • Misaligned Tracks Or Binding

      Track resistance makes springs work harder and increases fatigue.

    • Motor Force Issues

      Overworked motors may trip, reverse, or fail early when springs are not balanced.

    How We Replace Garage Door Springs

    We follow a safety-first process designed for high-tension components. Most spring replacements take 45 to 90 minutes, depending on door type and condition.

    • Make The Door Safe

      We isolate power to automatic garage doors and secure the door in the safest position before handling spring

    • Spring Inspection

      We check torsion springs, cable drums, shafts and rollers to determine the correct spring size and wire gauge needed.

    • Removal & Installation

      We safely de-tension the old springs and install high-quality, high-cycle replacements.

    • System Balancing

      We set the correct spring tension so the door stays in place when manually lifted halfway.

    • Motor Adjustment

      We reset the motor force and travel limits on your door opener so the springs and motor work in perfect sync.

    • Final Safety Check

      We test the auto-reverse feature and lubricate all moving parts for smooth operation.

    Why Choose Slide and Glide?

    We specialise in Perth garage door services for Western Australian homeowners and businesses. You get a clear plan, honest advice, and a repair that protects the full system, not just the spring.

    • Experienced technicians for sectional, roller and tilt doors
    • High-cycle quality products and correct sizing for long-term reliability
    • Clean workmanship and careful safety checks every visit
    • Support for major brands including Merlin, B&D, Steel-Line, Centurion and Gliderol
    • Maintenance services available to protect warranty conditions and reduce breakdowns

    What Our Customers Say

    Garage Door Spring Replacement FAQS

    Most springs last seven to ten years. However, in Perth, salty air and high usage can shorten this lifespan. Regular maintenance helps ensure they reach their full cycle life.

    No. Installing a garage door spring yourself is a risky and dangerous endeavour. Springs are under extreme tension and can cause serious injury if they snap during a DIY repair. Always seek professional garage door installers.

    Torsion springs are mounted on a shaft above the opening of sectional doors. Extension springs are typically found on tilt doors or along the tracks of older sectional garage doors.

    You will know the spring is broken if the door is too heavy to lift manually, the opener stops early or you see a visible gap in the spring coils. You may also hear a loud bang from the garage.

    Yes. Failing to maintain your springs can lead to damaging or shortening the lifespan of the garage door motor as it tries to lift the full weight of the door.

    Still have questions? We’re here to help!

    Servicing areas we cover

    We install and service garage doors across the Perth metro area and surrounding regions in greater Western Australia, including locations such as:

    • Wangara
    • Osborne Park

    • Morley

    • Ellenbrook

    • Joondalup

    • Canning Vale

    • Rockingham

    • Balcatta

    • Midland

    • Fremantle

    Book Your Garage Door Spring Replacement In Perth

    Prompt garage door spring replacement keeps your family, staff and property safe and helps your garage door system work the way it should. If your garage door spring breaks, feels weak or shows signs of rust and wear, Slide And Glide Garage Doors is ready to help.

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