In Old Saybrook, CT, a customer had an incorrectly sized spring installed on their garage door. We weighed the door with a scale and replaced the spring with the exact rating required.
Having the correct spring size is essential for a balanced and safely operating garage door. In Old Saybrook, CT, a homeowner encountered issues after attempting a DIY repair using a spring purchased from Home Depot.
The garage door had been fitted with a 160-pound spring, but the door required a 90-pound spring rating. Due to the mismatched spring weight, the system threw off the cable assembly and caused the door to operate incorrectly.
Our technician inspected the door in Old Saybrook and weighed the garage door using a scale to determine its exact weight requirements. After confirming the door needed a 90-pound rated spring, we replaced the incorrect spring and reset the cable assembly to match the exact specifications of the door.
Using the properly rated spring restores smooth balance and prevents unnecessary stress on the door hardware and opener system. If you suspect your garage door springs are incorrect or damaged, having the door properly weighed and serviced ensures long-term safety and performance.
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