Snapped Garage Door Cable Repair & Replacement

Garage door cables might seem simple, but they play a critical role. Working together with the springs (torsion or extension), these strong wires bear the door's weight and ensure it lifts and lowers smoothly and evenly on both sides.

On doors with torsion springs (the springs on a bar above the door), cables connect the bottom corners of the door to drums on the bar. As the door opens, the cables wind onto the drums.

On doors with extension springs (running alongside the tracks), cables often work with pulleys to help lift the door.

When cables are intact and working correctly, your door operates safely and reliably. When they fail, problems arise quickly.

Don't ignore potential cable issues! Look out for these signs:

• Snapped or Loose Cable: You can clearly see a broken cable, or one is hanging loosely.
• Crooked or Jammed Door: The door lifts unevenly, looks slanted, or gets stuck partway up or down. This often indicates one cable has broken or come off its drum.
• Door Fell or Slammed: If a cable breaks while the door is moving, it can cause one side to drop suddenly.
• Visible Wear: Cables look rusty, frayed, or have kinks. These are signs they are weakening and could snap soon.
• Cable Off Drum: A cable has slipped out of the grooves on the drum (for torsion spring systems).

• Unsafe Operation: A door with a broken cable is unbalanced and unpredictable. It can fall suddenly, jam violently, or become extremely heavy, posing a serious risk of injury to anyone nearby.
• Further Damage: Trying to operate the door (manually or with the opener) puts immense strain on the remaining cable, the opener motor, the tracks, and the door panels themselves, potentially leading to more extensive and costly repairs.
• DIY Risk: Never attempt to replace garage door cables yourself. Cables are connected to the spring system, which holds dangerous tension. Mishandling them without proper training and tools can lead to severe injury.

1. Prioritize Safety: We begin by securing the garage door and carefully releasing the tension from the spring system – a crucial step requiring specialized tools.
2. Remove Old Cables: We detach and remove the damaged or broken cables from the bottom brackets and the drums (or pulleys).
3. Inspect Components: We examine the drums, bottom brackets, rollers, tracks, and springs for any related wear or damage that might have contributed to the cable failure.
4. Install New Cables: We use high-quality replacement cables specifically rated for your door's size and weight. We always replace cables in pairs to ensure even lifting and wear.
5. Precise Attachment: We securely attach the new cables and carefully wind them onto the drums, ensuring they track correctly.
6. Restore Tension & Balance: We expertly re-tension the spring system and meticulously balance the garage door so it lifts smoothly and stays in place when partially opened.
7. Full Testing: We operate the door multiple times to confirm it runs smoothly, evenly, and safely.

• Safety Trained Technicians: Our team knows how to handle high-tension springs and cables safely.
• High-Quality Parts: We use durable, correctly sized replacement cables.
• Thorough Service: We inspect related parts and ensure proper door balance after the repair.
• Local & Prompt: Providing fast response times for homeowners in Maineville Ohio.
• Clear Communication: We explain the problem and provide upfront pricing.
• Warranty: Confidence in our workmanship and parts.