Frayed or snapped cable? Your garage door is one cable failure away from crashing down. We replace both cables as a matched set for safety and carry all common sizes on the truck for same-day repair.
If you can see individual wire strands poking out from the cable, it's weakened and will snap soon. Replace before it fails.
One cable has broken or slipped off the drum, causing one side to drop lower than the other.
A cable that's come off the drum hangs visibly loose. The door may still operate but it's unsafe.
A failing cable can't control the descent. The door drops faster than normal, which is dangerous.
Corroded cables are weakened cables. If you see orange rust, replacement is needed before they snap.
A cable that's jumped off the drum groove grinds against the drum or wall bracket during operation.
We lock the door in place and release spring tension safely before touching any cables.
We check both cables, drums, bottom brackets, and springs. Cable failure often indicates other wear that should be addressed.
We always replace cables as a matched pair. We wind them properly on the drums with correct tension and alignment.
We restore spring tension, balance the door, and run multiple test cycles to confirm smooth, safe operation.
*Written price given before any work begins. Final price = quoted price. Always.
Both cables are the same age and have endured the same wear. If one failed, the other is close behind. Replacing both prevents a second failure and a second service call.
Very dangerous. Without both cables functioning, the door can drop suddenly with its full weight (150-250+ lbs). Never operate a door with a visibly damaged or broken cable.
Typically 45-90 minutes for a pair of cables. If drums or other hardware also need replacement, it may take a bit longer.
Yes. When a cable breaks, the door can drop unevenly, bending panels and stressing the remaining hardware. Quick repair minimizes secondary damage.
Cables typically last as long as the springs — roughly 7-12 years with normal use. Regular lubrication and annual inspections help maximize their lifespan.
Call or text now. Written quote before we start. Fixed right or we make it right.
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