Broken Garage Door Spring Repair in Port Moody
Cold winter mornings are when Port Moody springs break. We replace torsion and extension springs on houses and townhouses across Heritage Mountain, Glenayre, College Park and Pleasantside.
- Torsion pair on a standard double door: $350–$600 installed
- About 1 to 2 hours on site
- Cold winter mornings bring the most spring breaks
We call back to confirm a time. Or call 778-949-8578.
- Mon–Sat, 7am–7pm
- 15 cities across Metro Vancouver
- Homes and townhouses only
Port Moody garage door spring replacement usually costs $350–$600 for a torsion pair on a standard double door, parts and labour included, and takes about 1 to 2 hours. Most breaks happen on cold winter mornings, especially on hillside streets that see snow. Many 1990s homes on Heritage Mountain and Heritage Woods still have springs that have done years of cycles in damp, shaded garages.
- Ice on the seal can look like a broken spring, so check first
- Two springs? Replace both, since they've done the same cycles
Why winter mornings break springs here
Port Moody sits between steep forested slopes at the head of Burrard Inlet. Many lots get little direct sun in winter, so garages stay cold and damp for months. Springs wear out after a set number of open-and-close cycles, and cold makes worn steel brittle and the door stiffer. A spring near the end of its life usually goes on a frosty morning.
Hillside streets on Heritage Mountain and Pleasantside see more snow than the waterfront. That adds another trap. Ice can freeze the bottom seal to the floor, and the door won't lift. Before assuming a spring has broken, look at the bottom of the door. If it's frozen, don't keep running the opener.
How to tell it's the spring
- A loud bang from the garage
- A gap in the coil on the bar above the door
- The door is very heavy or won't lift
- It rises crooked, one side first
- The opener strains and lifts it only a few inches
- Cables hang loose
Any of these means stop using the opener and leave the door down. Don't try to lift it by hand.
Replacing springs on 1990s houses and townhouses
Many family homes and townhouses on Heritage Mountain and Heritage Woods went up in the 1990s. If those doors still have their original springs, they have been through a lot of cycles. On a two-spring door we replace both, since the second one is usually close to failing.
We fit springs matched to the door's weight, wind them to the right tension and check that the door holds halfway by hand. Standard springs are typically rated for about 10,000 cycles. Higher-cycle springs cost more and last longer, which suits a busy family garage. We also check the cables, drums and rollers, since damp air wears them too.
Spring replacement isn't a DIY job. Torsion springs store a lot of energy and can cause serious injury if a winding bar slips.
What we see in Port Moody
- Cold winter mornings bring most spring breaks in Port Moody, especially on shaded lots.
- Hillside streets on Heritage Mountain and Pleasantside see more snow, and ice can freeze the seal to the floor.
- Many 1990s homes in Heritage Woods and Heritage Mountain are running on springs that have done years of cycles.
- We also replace springs in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Surrey and New Westminster.
- Heritage Mountain
- Heritage Woods
- College Park
- Glenayre
- Moody Centre
- Ioco
- Klahanie
- Newport Village
- Pleasantside
More in Port Moody
Door repairWe fix doors that are off track, crooked, noisy or damaged, including cables, rollers, hinges, tracks, bottom seals and dented panels.Learn more →
New doorsWe supply and install new residential garage doors, from single doors on laneway garages to insulated double doors on attached garages.Learn more →
Opener repairWe fix openers that hum, click, reverse or do nothing at all.Learn more →
Opener installsWe install new chain, belt and wall-mount openers and take away the old one.Learn more →
Remotes & keypadsWe program and replace remotes, outdoor keypads and car buttons, and set up smart controllers so you can open and check your door from your phone.Learn more →
Questions homeowners ask
What does spring replacement cost in Port Moody?
Most torsion jobs run $350–$600 for a pair on a standard double door, parts and labour included. Extension spring jobs are often in a similar range.
The door won't open after a snowy night. Is it the spring?
Check the bottom first. Ice often freezes the seal to the floor on hillside streets. A bang, a gap in the spring or loose cables point to a break.
Do I have torsion or extension springs?
Torsion springs sit on a bar above the door and twist. Extension springs run alongside the horizontal tracks and stretch. Torsion is more common on newer doors and runs smoother.
How long should new springs last?
Standard springs are typically rated for about 10,000 cycles, which is several years for most households. Higher-cycle springs last longer.
Can I swap the spring myself to save money?
It isn't recommended. Torsion springs hold a lot of stored energy, and a slipped winding bar can cause serious injury.
Nearby areas
Before you call
- How to Check Your Garage Door Before the First Hard Frost in Maple RidgeA quick fall check can show a weak spring or stiff door before cold weather hits Maple Ridge. Here is what to look at, what to leave alone, and when to call.
- Weak garage door springs in North Vancouver: early signs before winterHow to spot a tired garage door spring before it breaks on a cold North Shore morning, and what a spring replacement involves when it is time.
- My Garage Door Spring Broke in Delta. What Should I Do Next?A broken garage door spring is a common autumn problem in Delta. Here is how to confirm it, what to leave alone, and how to get the car out safely.
Door stuck shut with a broken spring?
Call or use the form, Mon–Sat, 7am–7pm. We quote before any work and come same day for doors stuck shut when the schedule allows.