Learn More About Garage Door Installation and Repair

Garage doors rely on heavy-duty springs to function properly. When these springs—designed to handle tremendous energy—reach their limits, they can break with a loud cracking sound and fail to perform. If your garage door spring breaks, the only viable solution is to replace it. But what causes this to happen, and were there any warning signs? If you're left wondering about the cause of the breakage and how it could have been prevented, read on as we break down the details for you.

Springs don't always fail in dramatic ways, and you might not notice immediately. However, there are common signs that your spring may be broken, including: