GARAGE DOOR broken CABLE repair – CAN YOU SAFELY FIX IT ON YOUR OWN?
Everything has a lifespan. Even your garage door cables too. These cables work with its springs to smoothly open and close its doors. You will easily notice the cable as it is a twisted wire that connects the garage door frame to its torsion spring. And sadly, if one of the two cables pops or snaps, your door will be uneven and you will also have a hard time opening and closing your door.
There are two types of garage door cable repair:
- Torsion springs operate using torque. It exerts a rotational force when twisted.
- Extension springs exert a pulling force. This is also a less expensive garage system to install.
Also, here are some of the signs that the garage door cable is broken:
- Visible wear and tear – you can see individual strands of wire, or rusty cables, or frayed wire.
- The wire hangs loosely from the door.
- The door is struggling to open.
- Uneven door movement
With the above issues, some might think that they can repair it and it is just a minor adjustment. But trying to fix it, especially with the cables and wires, could leave you injured. So, if you are not confident enough to repair your cables and check your door mechanism, save the hassle. You might be saving a few bucks, but it is still the safety and security of your home that is in line.
You can call us anytime and we guarantee that with our years of expertise, we can restore your garage door to its proper working order.
Your safety is our priority!