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Extension Spring Replacement in Tulsa, OK
Extension spring replacement covers the two springs that run parallel to the horizontal tracks on each side of a garage door. Unlike torsion springs, extension springs stretch and contract rather than twist. They're common on older homes and single-car garages with lower headroom. When one breaks, the door goes off-balance immediately and can become difficult or dangerous to operate.
Tulsa Garage Door Repair Pros provides extension spring replacement for homeowners across Tulsa, OK. Call for a free inspection and a written quote before any work begins.
When to Call
When You Need Extension Spring Replacement
- One side of your garage door drops lower than the other when opening.
- A spring on the side track snapped and is hanging loose from the pulley system.
- The door jerks or stutters on one side when the opener tries to raise it.
- Your older Tulsa home has a single-car garage where the door hasn't worked right in months.
How It Works
Our Process for Extension Spring Replacement
- 1
Safety Cable Inspection
We check whether your extension springs have safety cables threaded through them. If not, we add them to prevent spring projectile risk.
- 2
Load Assessment
We weigh or estimate the door's load to select springs with the correct extension length and pound rating for your door.
- 3
Paired Replacement
Both springs get replaced together. Replacing only the broken one leaves you with mismatched spring ages and another failure soon.
- 4
Pulley and Cable Check
Extension spring systems rely on pulleys and lift cables that wear along with the springs. We inspect and replace those if needed.
Tulsa Context
Why this matters in Tulsa
A lot of the older ranch-style homes in south and east Tulsa were built with single-car garages using extension spring systems. Those systems are aging out, and parts are getting harder to match. We stock a wide range to handle the variety we see.
Straight Talk
About pricing & scope
Extension springs vary by door weight and the length of travel your door requires. The condition of the pulleys and cables often determines whether this is a springs-only job or whether additional components need replacing at the same time.
What This Fixes
Problems We See in Tulsa
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