Don’t Ignore That Snap: Why Broken Springs Are a Big Deal

April 13, 20252 min read

Did you hear a loud “snap” in your garage?

Now your door won’t open, or it’s heavy and uneven? That sound could be a broken garage door spring—and it’s something you should never ignore.

At A&N Garage Door Services, we fix broken garage door springs across Indiana every day. Here’s what you need to know if it happens to you—and why you should let a pro handle it.

🌀 What Garage Door Springs Actually Do

Springs are what make it possible for your garage door to open and close easily. They carry the weight of the door—some of which can weigh 200 pounds or more.

There are two types of springs:

• Torsion Springs – Located above the door, wound tight like a coil

• Extension Springs – Found along the sides of the door, stretched out when closed

When one breaks, your opener can’t do the job alone—and trying to force it can burn out the motor or make the problem worse.

⚠️ Warning Signs of a Broken Garage Door Spring

• Loud snap sound

• Door won’t open (even manually)

• Door opens a few inches then stops

• Door looks crooked or heavy on one side

• You see a visible gap or break in the spring

📍 Do NOT try to lift or fix the door yourself. Broken springs are under extreme tension and can cause serious injury.

🧰 Why You Should Call a Professional (Like Us)

Garage door spring replacement is not a DIY job. At A&N Garage Door Services, our licensed technicians:

• Bring the right spring size and type

• Safely release tension without damage

• Replace both springs if needed (for balance)

• Calibrate the door for smooth operation

• Perform a full inspection before leaving

We handle spring replacements every day across Indiana—fast, safe, and affordable.

🏢 We Fix Commercial Garage Door Springs Too

If your business depends on garage or bay doors, a broken spring can stop operations. We offer emergency commercial spring repair for:

• Warehouses

• Service shops

• Delivery centers

• Retail roll-up doors

📍 Same-day commercial repair available!

🎁 Special Offers to Get You Back on Track

• ✅ Free Estimate

• 💵 $50 OFF your first spring replacement or repair

• 🔧 Free Lube & Tune-Up with any service

• 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 $50 Referral Bonus

• 🏢 Commercial Discounts Available

📲 Don’t wait—book your spring repair now:

👉 https://angaragedoorservicesllc.com/contact-us

🔨 That “Snap” Isn’t Just a Noise—It’s a Warning

If your spring is broken, don’t ignore it or risk a DIY disaster. Call the Indiana garage door experts at A&N Garage Door Services to get it fixed quickly, safely, and affordably.

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