Brewer Overhead Door is a local garage door company based in Orangevale, founded by Daniel Brewer, with 20 plus years of industry experience. We are licensed, bonded, and insured.
This is important for safety and to prevent damage.
If your garage door suddenly feels extremely heavy, only opens a few inches, or you heard a loud bang from the garage, there is a strong chance a spring has broken. Springs carry the weight of your door, when one fails, the opener and door are under strain and the system is no longer operating safely.
Most homeowners notice one or more of these signs:
If you are not sure, do not force the opener. A quick inspection can prevent extra damage to the opener, cables, and rollers.
Call or text (916) 849 5463 to request service. We will confirm the next available time, including same day service when scheduling allows.
There are two common spring types. We service both, then balance and test the door for smooth, safe operation.
Torsion Springs
Mounted above the door on a metal shaft. These are common on many modern doors and provide controlled lifting power.
Extension Springs
Mounted along the sides of the track. These stretch and contract to lift the door.
No matter the setup, the spring must be sized correctly for your door weight, height, and track configuration. Correct sizing is what gives you a door that lifts smoothly, stays balanced, and does not wear out your opener early.
Most springs are rated by cycles. One cycle is one open and one close. Many standard springs are built around a 10,000 cycle expectation, and you can upgrade to high cycle options for longer life.
If you want, ask us about high cycle spring upgrades. We will explain the option in plain language and help you choose what makes sense for your usage.
Garage door springs store a lot of tension. Improper tools or incorrect winding can cause serious injury and can damage the door, tracks, and opener.
A professional spring replacement is not just swapping a part. It includes:
Every door is a little different, but these factors usually determine price:
If you want a general benchmark, many homeowners see spring replacement costs commonly fall in the low hundreds, depending on spring type and labor. Your exact price depends on door weight and correct spring sizing.
We keep it straightforward. You will know the plan before work begins.
Springs wear out over time, but good maintenance helps extend life.
If you want, we can recommend a simple tune up schedule based on your usage.
We are based in Orangevale and serve Sacramento and nearby cities including Citrus Heights, Carmichael, Rancho Cordova, Fair Oaks, Folsom, Roseville, Granite Bay
If you are nearby but do not see your city listed, call or text and we will confirm availability.
Mon | 07:00 am – 05:00 pm | |
Tue | 07:00 am – 05:00 pm | |
Wed | 07:00 am – 05:00 pm | |
Thu | 07:00 am – 05:00 pm | |
Fri | 07:00 am – 05:00 pm | |
Sat | 08:00 am – 03:00 pm | |
Sun | By Appointment |
If you can, text a photo of your springs above the door and a photo of the full door. It helps us prepare faster.
Please reach us at dan@breweroverheaddoor.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.
Yes. We replace broken torsion and extension springs, then balance and test the door for smooth and safe operation.
It is not recommended. The opener is not designed to lift the full weight of the door, and forcing it can cause additional damage.
f your door uses two springs, replacing both is often the best long term value because they usually have similar wear. We will explain what we find and recommend the safest option.
Many spring replacements can be completed in a single visit. Timing depends on door type and parts needed.
When scheduling allows, yes. Call or text and we will confirm the next available time.
Yes, we are licensed, bonded, and insured.
Most failures come from normal wear over time, cycle use, and metal fatigue.
Torsion springs sit above the door on a shaft, and extension springs run along the tracks. Both counterbalance door weight, but the layout and parts differ.
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