It’s happened to all of us. We’re getting in our car, pull out of the garage, and suddenly we hear a loud bang! We look back and see that our garage door is hanging down by one spring. Garage door springs can be a real pain to fix, but with this step-by-step guide, you’ll be able to how to adjust garage door springs!
First, you’ll need to gather a few supplies. You’ll need a ladder, a socket wrench, and a few adjustable wrenches. Once you have your supplies, it’s time to get started!
1. First, take the ladder and place it under the garage door. This will be used to hold up the door while you adjust the springs.
2. Next, use the socket wrench to loosen the bolts that hold the springs in place. Be careful not to remove the bolts entirely, as they can be difficult to put back in.
3. Once the bolts are loosened, use the adjustable wrenches to turn the spring tension adjustment screws. These screws are used to change the tension in the springs and will need to be turned in order to loosen or tighten the springs.
4. Once you’ve adjusted the tension to your liking, use the socket wrench to tighten the bolts back in place.
5. Finally, remove the ladder and test out your newly adjusted garage door! If it’s working properly, then you’re all done!
How do I know if my garage door springs need to be adjusted?
Generally, you’ll know that your garage door springs need to be adjusted if the door is hanging unevenly, or if it’s not opening and closing properly. If you’re unsure, it’s always best to err on the side of caution and adjust the springs yourself.
How much does it cost to replace the springs on a garage door?
Garage door springs typically cost between $100 and $500 to replace. The exact cost will depend on the type of garage door springs you have, the extent of the damage, and whether or not you need to replace both springs.
Can I replace a garage door spring myself?
Garage door springs are under a lot of tension and can be very dangerous to replace. We recommend that you hire a professional garage door repair company to replace your garage door springs.
Will the garage door work with a broken spring?
No, the garage door will not work with a broken spring. One of the reasons garage door springs are so important is that they help to balance the weight of the garage door. Without a functioning spring, the garage door will be very heavy and difficult to open.
How long do garage door springs last?
Garage door springs typically last between 5 and 10 years. However, they can sometimes last longer or shorter depending on how often they have been used and the quality of the springs.
Should you replace both garage door springs at the same time?
If one garage door spring is broken, we recommend replacing both springs. This is because garage door springs typically break around the same time and replacing just one spring could cause the other one to break soon after.