Garage Door Spring Replacement Cost: Torsion & Extension Prices

When a garage door spring snaps, you hear a loud bang and the door suddenly feels too heavy to lift. The next question is simple: how much will this cost to fix? Most homeowners pay $250 to $450 to have a pro replace both springs on a standard door, parts and labor included.

Below is a short, practical look at the garage door spring replacement cost by spring type, door size and extras, plus straight answers to the questions people ask before they call a technician.

What Does It Cost to Replace a Garage Door Spring?

National cost data puts the average spring job at about $250, with most between $150 and $350. Guides that assume a full set of torsion springs plus a tune-up put it closer to $420. Most real quotes for a two-spring door land in between.

Job	Typical price, installed
One extension spring	$100 – $200
Pair of extension springs	$150 – $300
One torsion spring	$150 – $300
Pair of torsion springs	$250 – $450
High-cycle torsion springs (pair)	$350 – $600
TorqueMaster or EZ-Set system	$200 – $450
Extension-to-torsion conversion	$400 – $800

Torsion vs. Extension Springs: The Price Difference

Spring type is the biggest factor in your garage door spring replacement cost. Torsion springs sit on a bar above the door and twist to lift it. Extension springs run along the side tracks and stretch. Torsion springs cost more but last longer and lift more smoothly.

	Torsion	Extension
Price per spring, installed	$75 – $150	$50 – $100
Parts only	$30 – $120	$15 – $60
Lifespan	10,000–20,000 cycles	About 8,000–10,000 cycles

Single vs. Double Garage Door Springs

Bigger, heavier doors need stronger springs. A two-car door usually costs $15–$30 more per spring than a single-car door.

• Single-car door (8–9 ft): $150–$350
• Two-car door (16 ft): $250–$450
• Heavy wood or insulated door: $350–$600

Should You Replace Both Springs?

Yes. Two springs installed together wear out at the same rate, so the second one usually breaks soon after the first. Doing both now adds about $40–$100, while a second service call later costs $150–$250.

Parts vs. Labor: Where Your Money Goes

Labor for a home spring job usually runs $75–$150, and the work takes one to two hours. Most companies quote one flat price that covers:

1. Releasing the remaining tension safely.
2. Measuring the door and old springs to match the right size.
3. Installing and winding the new springs.
4. Checking cables, drums, bearings and rollers.
5. Balancing the door and testing the opener’s safety reverse.

Add-Ons and What They Cost

Add-on	Typical price
Lift cables (pair)	$75 – $200
Rollers (set)	$100 – $250
Cable drums or bearings	$50 – $200
Safety cables for extension springs	$20 – $75
Night, weekend or emergency service	$50 – $200 extra

Cables are often worth replacing if they’re frayed. Rollers only need replacing if they’re cracked or worn; ask the technician to show you.

How to Estimate Your Price

Use these four steps as a simple garage door spring replacement cost calculator:

1. Find your spring type: a spring on a bar above the door is torsion; springs along the tracks are extension.
2. Start with the base price: $250–$450 for two torsion springs or $150–$300 for two extension springs.
3. Add damaged parts: cables $75–$200, rollers $100–$250.
4. Add timing: $50–$200 for nights, weekends or holidays.

Example: two torsion springs plus new cables on a weekday comes to about $450.

Can You Replace the Springs Yourself?

Spring kits cost $30–$150 online, but the springs hold enough tension to lift a 150–400 lb door. A slipped winding bar can cause serious injury, which is why the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission advises leaving spring work to trained technicians. Torsion springs, especially, are a job for a pro.

Tips to Avoid Overpaying

• Ask for the total price, not just a low “service call” ad price.
• Get the spring size, cycle rating and warranty in writing.
• Don’t agree to a whole new door for a spring problem unless panels are badly damaged.
• If the door is safely closed, compare two or three quotes before booking.

Find Garage Door Spring Replacement Companies

Search for garage door companies in your area, compare reviews and request free quotes. Mention your spring type, door size and whether the door is stuck open or closed so the estimates are accurate.

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Questions and Answers

How much for a garage door spring replacement?

Most homeowners pay $250–$450 for both springs on one door, installed. A single extension spring can be as little as $100–$200.

What does it cost to repair a broken garage door spring?

Broken springs aren’t repaired; they’re replaced. The price is the same as a replacement: $150–$450 depending on the spring type and how many your door has.

How much does one torsion spring cost?

The spring itself is $30–$120. Installed, a single torsion spring usually costs $150–$300 because the service call and labor are the same as for two.

How much is labor to replace garage door springs?

Usually $75–$150 for a home garage door, often bundled into one flat price with the parts and a tune-up.

Does the garage door spring replacement cost go up at night or on weekends?

Often, yes. After-hours and emergency service typically adds $50–$200. If the door is closed and your car isn’t trapped, waiting for regular hours saves money.

Do I need to replace both springs?

It’s strongly recommended. The second spring has the same wear and will likely break soon, and matched springs keep the door balanced.

How long does a spring replacement take?

About one to two hours for a typical home garage door, including balancing and safety checks.

How long do garage door springs last?

Standard springs last about 10,000 cycles, or roughly 7–10 years for a door used a few times a day. High-cycle springs can last twice as long.

Are high-cycle springs worth it?

They add about $75–$200 and make sense if the garage is your main entrance or you plan to stay in your home for years.

Can I open my garage door with a broken spring?

It’s not safe. The door is very heavy without spring support and can fall, and running the opener can damage it. Leave it closed and call a technician.

Is it cheaper to replace the springs or the whole door?

Springs, by far. A new door costs $750–$1,700 or more, while springs restore the lift for a few hundred dollars.

Does insurance cover a broken garage door spring?

Usually not, since springs wear out with normal use. Insurance may help only when the damage comes from a covered event, like a car hitting the door.

The Bottom Line

For most homes, the garage door spring replacement cost is $250–$450 for a pair of torsion springs and $150–$300 for extension springs. Replace both springs at once, ask for an all-in price, and leave the winding to a pro.

About This Guide

Written by Saba A and reviewed by the Repairior Editorial Team using 2026 national cost data and real repair invoices. Prices are typical ranges, not quotes; your cost depends on your door, springs and local rates. Businesses can’t pay to change our cost guides.