Garage Door Spring Replacement in Auburn & Opelika, AL
Expert torsion spring replacement, extension-to-torsion conversions, and cable repair. Same-day service available in Auburn, Opelika, and Lee County.
Garage door springs are under tremendous tension and are the most common component to fail over time. When a spring breaks, your door becomes extremely heavy and dangerous to operate manually. Red Clay Garage Services provides fast, safe spring replacement for homeowners throughout Auburn, Opelika, and the greater Lee County area. We replace torsion springs, the ones mounted above the door opening. If your door has extension springs, which run along the horizontal tracks on each side, we convert it to torsion springs instead.
Most residential garage door springs are rated for approximately 10,000 cycles, which translates to roughly seven to ten years of normal use. If your door suddenly slams shut, feels unusually heavy, or you heard a loud bang from the garage, chances are a spring has broken. We also replace frayed or snapped lift cables, which work in tandem with the springs to safely raise and lower your door.
Spring replacement is one of the most dangerous garage door repairs. The springs on a standard two-car door can hold over 200 pounds of tension, and improper handling can cause serious injury or property damage. Never attempt to replace garage door springs yourself. Our trained technician has the tools and experience to safely release the old spring tension, remove the broken components, and install properly rated replacements.
We carry a full inventory of standard torsion springs on our truck, so most spring replacements in Auburn, Opelika, Smiths Station, and Phenix City can be completed the same day you call. We also offer upgraded high-cycle springs rated for 25,000 or more cycles for homeowners who want longer-lasting performance. Call Red Clay Garage Services at (256) RED-CLAY to schedule your spring replacement today.
Spring prices
What spring replacement costs
| Spring size | Price |
|---|---|
| Standard springs Most single-car doors and standard double doors | $389 One spring: from $299 |
| Heavy springs Most insulated double doors | $499 |
| Extra-heavy springs Wood, oversized, or very heavy doors | $699 |
| Extension to torsion conversion Doors with springs along the tracks | $799 heavier doors $899 to $1,099 by spring size |
Every price includes the springs, labor, and a balance and safety check. We usually recommend replacing both springs, since they wear out together, and we’ll tell you why on your door.
Got springs that stretch along the tracks? We don’t replace those. We convert the door to torsion springs, the kind on most doors today: they last longer, the door runs smoother, and there’s no long spring under tension running along the track.
A conversion includes removing the old extension springs, pulleys, and safety cables, then installing a torsion tube, drums, bearing plates, new cables, and torsion springs sized to your door, and balancing it.
What can change the price
- A drive past the Auburn-Opelika area
- Low headroom above the door
- A packed garage that is hard to work in
- Special-order spring sizes we don’t carry
Signs You Need Springs Service
- A loud bang came from the garage, a telltale sign of a broken spring
- The door feels extremely heavy or will not open at all
- The door opens a few inches then stops or slams back down
- Visible gap in the torsion spring coil above the door
- Frayed, loose, or dangling cables along the sides of the door
Our Process
- 1 Emergency or same-day scheduling. Broken springs are a priority repair.
- 2 Safe tension release. We carefully release all remaining spring tension before removal.
- 3 Remove broken springs and cables. Old components are safely extracted and disposed of.
- 4 Install new springs. We match the correct spring size, wire gauge, and wind direction for your specific door.
- 5 Balance and test. The door is balanced, cycled multiple times, and safety systems are verified.
Where We Work
We handle garage door spring replacement across Auburn, Opelika, Lee County, Smiths Station, Phenix City, Alexander City, and Lake Martin.
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Garage Door Spring Replacement FAQs
How much does it cost to replace a garage door spring in Auburn?
We price springs by size, and the full table is on this page. Both springs, installed: $389 for standard springs (most single-car doors and standard double doors), $499 for heavy springs (most insulated double doors), and $699 for extra-heavy springs (wood, oversized, or very heavy doors). If your springs run along the tracks, we don’t replace those. We convert the door to torsion springs: $799 for most doors, $899 to $1,099 for heavier doors, by spring size. For your exact number, text a photo of your door and springs to (256) RED-CLAY. We’ll text back a price range before we drive out.
Will the price change when you get here?
Not without asking you first. Text us a photo of your door and springs before we come out and we’ll give you your number. If we find something you didn’t show us, we show you a photo and ask before doing anything. A few things can change a spring price: a drive past the Auburn-Opelika area, low headroom above the door, a packed garage that is hard to work in, or special-order spring sizes we don’t carry. If one of them applies, you hear about it before we start.
Why did my garage door spring break?
Springs break from normal wear. Most residential springs are rated for around 10,000 cycles (roughly seven to ten years of daily use). Cold snaps, rust, and undersized springs shorten that lifespan. A spring usually breaks when the door is at rest, and you will often hear a loud bang from the garage followed by the door refusing to open.
Can I replace a garage door spring myself?
No. Torsion springs on a standard two-car door hold over 200 pounds of tension and have seriously injured or killed homeowners who tried to replace them without the correct winding bars and training. This is the one repair we strongly urge you not to DIY. Call a professional and keep the door closed until we arrive.
Should I replace both springs at the same time?
If your door has two springs and one broke, we recommend replacing both. The second spring has the same age and cycle count, so it is typically weeks or months from failing too. Replacing both at once saves a second service call, keeps the door balanced, and often works out cheaper than two separate visits.
How fast can you replace a broken spring in Auburn or Opelika?
Broken springs are our top-priority repair. Most Auburn and Opelika calls are handled the same day, and we aim to be on-site within a few hours for mornings or early afternoons, seven days a week. The actual replacement takes 45 to 90 minutes once we arrive. Call (256) RED-CLAY and we will quote you a specific window.
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