Broken garage door springs
If your garage door suddenly feels very heavy, lifts unevenly or won't stay open, a broken spring is a likely cause. Here is what the repair costs and why it is one to leave to a garage door firm.
Why springs matter
Checkatrade says broken springs, either torsion or extension springs, are the most common garage door repair[1].
Checkatrade says torsion springs balance the door's weight as it opens and closes, and when they break the door can open and close unevenly or dangerously[1].
What a spring repair costs
- Torsion spring repair, UK: £75 on average, from around £50 up to £100[1]
- Servicing or repair in Scunthorpe: £123 on average, typically £101 to £153[2]
- Emergency callout in Scunthorpe: £138 on average, typically £110 to £176[2]
Checkatrade says most torsion springs can be repaired without replacing the whole torsion system, but as a safety part it takes accuracy and skill[1].
Don't try it yourself
Checkatrade advises against repairing a garage door yourself, saying the springs in particular can cause serious damage, including injuries, if handled the wrong way[1]. Keep the door shut and clear of children and cars until it has been looked at.
How long it takes
Checkatrade says a door spring replacement takes around one to two hours[1].
Electric doors
Checkatrade says an electric garage door motor tends to last around six years, and breaking springs can shorten that[1]. If the opener strains or stops, ask the firm to check the springs as well as the motor.
The quote
Checkatrade says a garage door repair quote generally covers labour, new parts, an initial assessment and basic clean-up, and advises getting it in writing[1].
Ask for a quote
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Scunthorpe Garage Doors is a referral service, not a garage door company. When you send an enquiry, we tell you which local firm we'd pass it to and only pass on your details if you agree. The firm may pay us for the introduction. We don't vouch for any firm's work, so get a written quote and read it before you agree to anything.
Sources
- Checkatrade: garage door repair cost guide, checked 2026-11-04
- Checkatrade: garage doors in Scunthorpe, checked 2026-10-23