"Spring snapped Saturday morning, a tech was here by noon and had us running in under an hour. Honest pricing, no upsell. This is how it should be done."
Diane M.Naples · Spring repair
Garage Door Spring Repair · Lee & Collier County
Garage door spring repair in Southwest Florida.
A broken spring is the #1 garage-door failure on the Gulf Coast — and the most dangerous to touch. We replace torsion and extension springs same-day, in pairs, with galvanized coastal-grade steel.
Same-day in Naples, Fort Myers & Cape Coral · Replaced in pairs · Since 1991
If your garage door won't open, lifts a few inches and stops, or you heard a loud bang from the garage, you almost certainly have a broken spring. Door Doctor replaces broken torsion and extension springs the same day across Southwest Florida — in matched pairs, with galvanized coastal-grade steel that resists salt-air corrosion — usually in about an hour.
Signs your garage door spring is broken
- The door won't open, or the opener strains and only lifts it a few inches
- You heard a loud "bang" like a firecracker from the garage
- The door feels extremely heavy or slams shut when lifted by hand
- There's a visible 2–3 inch gap in the coiled spring above the door
- The door looks crooked or hangs lower on one side
- Cables have come loose or fallen off the drums
If you spot any of these, stop using the door. With a broken spring the opener — or your own arms — are holding 150+ pounds of dead weight, and that's how people get hurt.
Torsion vs. extension springs
Torsion springs mount on a steel shaft above the door and are the modern standard — quieter, safer, and longer-lasting. Extension springs run along the horizontal tracks on either side and are common on older Southwest Florida homes. We service and replace both, and can upgrade an aging extension setup to a balanced torsion system when it makes sense for your door.
Our spring replacement process
Honest diagnosis
We confirm it's the spring (not cables, drums, or the opener) and measure wire size, length, and inside diameter for an exact match.
Written, flat-rate quote
You approve the price before we start — including parts and labor, with no after-hours upcharge.
Replace in pairs, coastal-grade
We install both springs with galvanized, corrosion-resistant steel rated for the Gulf-Coast environment.
Balance, test & tune
We balance the door, check the opener's force and safety reverse, and lubricate the system so it runs quiet and true.
Why springs fail faster near the coast
A garage door spring is rated in cycles — one open-and-close is a cycle, and standard springs are built for roughly 10,000. In Southwest Florida two things shorten that life: heavy daily use (especially on a primary entry), and salt air, which rusts uncoated steel and causes micro-cracks that lead to early failure. That's why we install galvanized, coastal-grade springs and offer higher-cycle upgrades — so you're not replacing them again in a couple of seasons.
Why homeowners call Door Doctor
- Serving Lee & Collier County since 1991 — 1,000+ five-star reviews
- Same-day service with stocked trucks; springs replaced in about an hour
- Licensed (Lee #GD10-00559 · Collier #C35402) and insured
- Flat-rate pricing in writing — same price nights, weekends & holidays
Brands & openers we work with
ClopayAmarrCHILiftMasterGenieChamberlain
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What neighbors say.
"Replaced both springs with the galvanized ones and explained why the old set rusted out. A year on the coast and they're perfect."
James T.Cape Coral · Spring repair
"Fast, professional, and they balanced the door so the opener isn't straining anymore. Couldn't ask for better."
Maria R.Estero · Spring repair
Spring repair FAQ
Questions we hear every day.
How do I know if my spring is broken?
The door won't open or only lifts a few inches, it feels extremely heavy, you heard a loud bang, or you can see a 2–3 inch gap in the coiled spring above the door. If you see a break, stop using the door — it's dangerously heavy — and call us.
Should both springs be replaced at once?
Yes. Springs are a matched pair that wear together. When one breaks the other is close behind, so replacing both prevents a repeat call within weeks, keeps the door balanced, and protects your opener.
Why do my springs keep breaking in SWFL?
Salt air rusts standard springs and shortens their cycle life. We install galvanized, coastal-grade springs that hold up far better in the Gulf-Coast environment, with higher-cycle options available.
How long does it take?
Most spring replacements are done in about an hour, same visit — our trucks carry the common torsion and extension sizes.
Can I replace a spring myself?
We don't recommend it. Torsion springs hold extreme tension and are a leading cause of DIY injuries. A licensed tech has the winding bars and training to do it safely.
Let's get that spring fixed today.
One honest visit, a written quote, and a door that opens like new — backed by 35 years on this coast.
(239) 541-0300