At Rightly Garage Doors, we understand how much your garage door does for you—keeping your home secure, your family safe, and your life moving. But what happens when the thing you rely on most suddenly fails? A loud bang. A door that won’t open. A schedule thrown into chaos.
We’ve seen it time and time again: a homeowner late for work, a delivery stuck outside, or worse, a family member trapped in the garage because of a sudden spring or cable failure. The good news? These problems are almost always preventable.
Let’s walk through why spring and cable maintenance matters—and how you can stay ahead of unexpected garage door breakdowns.
The Hidden Heroes: Springs and Cables
Your garage door might look simple on the surface, but behind the scenes, it’s a finely tuned system of tension and balance. Two components do the heavy lifting—literally: springs and cables.
- Springs are responsible for bearing the weight of the door. Torsion or extension, they absorb energy and release it to help lift and lower your door smoothly.
- Cables, wound around drums or pulleys, work in tandem with the springs. They guide the movement and ensure controlled, safe operation.
When either component wears down or fails, your garage door can come crashing down—or get stuck entirely.
The Risk of Waiting
We get it. Life is busy, and the garage door is easy to overlook—until it stops working. But here’s the thing: springs and cables don’t last forever. Most garage door springs are rated for 10,000 cycles (a cycle is one open and close). That might sound like a lot, but it adds up quickly with daily use.
Cables, often exposed to dirt, moisture, and friction, can fray over time—often unnoticed until it’s too late.
Our friends at Select Garage Doors have provided us with some of the risks that come with ignoring spring and cable maintenance:
- Sudden Door Failure – A broken spring or snapped cable can leave you with a non-functioning door, or worse, one that crashes down without warning.
- Injury – These components are under extreme tension. If they break unexpectedly, they can cause serious injuries.
- Damage to Your Door or Opener – One failure can trigger a domino effect, damaging panels, tracks, or your garage door opener.
- Costly Repairs – Emergency fixes always cost more than scheduled maintenance.
Meet Dave: A Homeowner’s Wake-Up Call
Let’s take Dave as an example. A typical weekday morning, he hits the garage door opener while juggling a coffee and his laptop bag. Nothing happens. He tries again. The motor whirs, but the door won’t budge.
Frustrated, he manually tries to lift it. It’s far heavier than usual. Then he spots it: a broken torsion spring dangling loosely above the door.
Now Dave is stuck. He calls in late to work, cancels a meeting, and starts Googling emergency garage repair. Eventually, he finds Rightly Garage Doors, and we get his door back in shape. But here’s what Dave told us:
“If I had known this could happen, I would’ve gotten it checked months ago.”
The Plan to Stay Ahead
You don’t have to wait for a failure to take action. At Rightly Garage Doors, we believe in helping you prevent problems before they start. Here’s how we make it easy:
1. Annual Maintenance Inspections
Our certified technicians perform a thorough safety inspection of your springs, cables, rollers, and opener system. We check for wear, fraying, rust, and tension issues—then fix minor problems before they become big ones.
2. Spring & Cable Tension Adjustment
Over time, even high-quality springs lose tension. We fine-tune them to make sure your door opens and closes smoothly—and safely. The same goes for cables: we make sure they’re properly aligned and running smoothly through the system.
3. Lubrication & Preventive Care
We use professional-grade lubricants to reduce wear and tear on moving parts, extending the life of your entire system. A little care goes a long way.
4. Transparent Recommendations
If it’s time for a spring replacement or cable upgrade, we’ll walk you through your options. No pressure, no surprises—just honest advice from a team that cares about doing things the right way.
Peace of Mind, the Right Way
We know that when your garage door works smoothly, you don’t think about it. That’s the goal.
When you partner with Rightly Garage Doors, you’re choosing more than a repair service. You’re choosing:
- Reliability – So you’re not stuck inside or locked out when it matters most.
- Safety – For your family, pets, and belongings.
- Longevity – Your door lasts longer, works better, and saves you money.
Spring and cable maintenance isn’t about fixing what’s broken. It’s about keeping your life running smoothly—without the drama of a garage door emergency.
Let’s Get Ahead of It—Together
If it’s been a year (or longer) since your last garage door checkup, now’s the time to act. Don’t wait for the loud snap, the stuck door, or the last-minute scramble.
Call Rightly Garage Doors today and schedule your spring and cable maintenance. We’ll make sure your door is safe, strong, and ready to go—every time you hit that button.
Because when things are done right, you shouldn’t have to worry.
