Tuesday, February 4, 2014

Garage Door Springs: The Know How’s

According to the ten garage door safety tips, there is no single part of your garage door that is solely responsible in raising and lowering the door.  But more often than not, the garage door springs pose problems because they are the most neglected parts of the door.

If you are having trouble with your garage door, it may be due to problems of your springs. Garage door springs easily break due to poor maintenance. Homes usually make the most out of the material’s strength that they only replace the part once it is worn out or when it gives up.

Types of Garage Door Springs

Torsion Springs
There are two different types of garage door springs; torsion garage door springs and extension garage door springs. Torsion garage door springs and the bottom hinge are under constant tension and could cause serious injury if tampered with. When such part is to be repaired or replaced, Dyers are not that capable because there is a need for tension or pressure release. Meanwhile, the extension garage door springs are located above the upper tracks on both sides. Extension garage door springs are the safest types for Dyers since there is no need for special tools to have them fixed or removed. As long as you are                                                                                            knowledgeable of its screws and the other moving parts, 
you’re good to go.

Garage Door Springs and Your Safety

Extension Springs
Garage door springs are tightly wound. When you try to fiddle on them without proper training or tools, you will find yourself in a lot of trouble. When your garage door springs are old and noisy, never try to work on it yourself; but when it squeaks or make a lot of noise, lubricants are the best solution for that problem. Extension garage door springs are supported by safety cables, which run through the springs and are attached to the wall or ceiling to support the movement of the springs. Also, in case the garage door springs break, you are sure that something is there to hold the door open.


Garage door springs are kind of important especially now that you know that it can major injuries. Make sure to seek trained individuals when concerned with proper installation and repairs. Call a professional Tampa repairman at the nearest shop.

Trinity Garage Door Services, Inc (Tampa)
2424 W Tampa Bay Blvd Unit L405, Tampa, FL 33607
813-447-3874

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