# Garage door spring replacement cost

Updated: 2026-10-21 · https://pros411.com/en/guides/garage-door-repair/garage-door-spring-replacement-cost

## Short answer

Replacing the springs on a standard garage door usually costs about $150 to $350: that is HomeAdvisor’s normal range (average $250) and HomeGuide’s range for both torsion springs. This Old House, which prices a full set with pro labor, puts it at $300 to $540 (average $420). Torsion springs cost more than extension springs, and most pros replace both springs at once because the second one is about as worn as the one that broke.

> Safety first: Garage door springs hold a lot of tension and can cause serious injuries. Do not try to adjust or replace a torsion spring yourself, and do not run the opener or lift a door with a broken spring.

## Spring replacement by source

| Source (updated) | What it covers | Price range | Average |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| HomeAdvisor (Jun 17, 2026) | Spring repair, normal range | $150 to $350 | $250 |
| HomeAdvisor (Jun 17, 2026) | Torsion, per spring, parts and labor | $75 to $150 | Not listed |
| HomeAdvisor (Jun 17, 2026) | Extension, per spring, parts and labor | $50 to $100 | Not listed |
| HomeAdvisor (Jun 17, 2026) | One door with two springs | $150 to $350 | Not listed |
| HomeGuide (Oct 27, 2025) | Both torsion springs, materials and labor | $150 to $350 | Not listed |
| HomeGuide (Oct 27, 2025) | Both extension springs | $120 to $200 | Not listed |
| HomeGuide (Oct 27, 2025) | Springs and cables | $200 to $500 | Not listed |
| HomeGuide (Oct 27, 2025) | Double doors | $300 to $600 | Not listed |
| Fixr (Jan 31, 2025) | Torsion springs | $200 to $350 | $250 for a broken torsion spring |
| Fixr (Jan 31, 2025) | Extension springs | $120 to $250 | Not listed |
| This Old House (Mar 10, 2026) | Full set with pro labor | $300 to $540 | $420 |

This Old House prices a full set and runs higher than the others. HomeAdvisor and Angi are the same company.

## Other garage door costs

| Item | Source | Price range |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Cable replacement | HomeAdvisor / Fixr / HomeGuide / This Old House | $75 to $200 / $100 to $200 / $150 to $350 / $170 to $320 |
| Opener repair | HomeAdvisor / HomeGuide / Fixr | $100 to $500 / $75 to $300 / $100 to $300 |
| Opener replacement | This Old House | $430 to $730 |
| Service call | HomeAdvisor / Fixr | $50 to $75 / $50 to $75 |
| Same-day emergency surcharge | Fixr | $100 to $300 |
| Convert extension springs to torsion | HomeAdvisor / HomeGuide | $400 to $800 / $400 to $800 or more |

## Torsion or extension springs

- Torsion springs sit on a bar above the door opening. They are rated for about 10,000 to 20,000 cycles (HomeAdvisor, HomeGuide) and cost more to replace.
- Extension springs run along the horizontal tracks on each side of the door. HomeAdvisor rates them at about 8,000 to 15,000 cycles; they are cheaper but wear out sooner.
- A cycle is one full open and close. Standard springs are rated for at least 10,000 cycles (ANSI/DASMA 102, per a manufacturer spec sheet). At four cycles a day, 10,000 cycles last about seven years.

## Why pros replace both springs

- The door needs balanced tension, and a new spring next to an old one puts extra load on the old one (HomeAdvisor).
- Paired springs wear out together, so the second one tends to break soon after the first, and one visit costs less labor than two (This Old House, Fixr).

## How to get a fair quote

- Ask whether the price is per spring or for both, and whether cables, rollers and a tune-up are included.
- Ask for the cycle rating of the new springs: higher-cycle springs cost a bit more and last longer.
- Ask about the service call and any after-hours fee before the tech comes out.
- Get the price in writing before work starts.

## When to call a garage door technician

- You heard a loud bang from the garage and the door will not lift.
- There is a visible gap in the spring above the door.
- A cable is loose or hanging.
- The door is crooked or slams shut.

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## Frequently asked questions

### How much does it cost to replace one garage door spring?

HomeAdvisor lists $75 to $150 for one torsion spring and $50 to $100 for one extension spring, parts and labor. Most pros recommend replacing both, which HomeAdvisor and HomeGuide put at about $150 to $350.

### Can I replace a garage door spring myself?

Torsion springs are under high tension and can cause serious injuries. Hire a garage door technician.

### How long do garage door springs last?

Torsion springs are rated for about 10,000 to 20,000 cycles and extension springs for fewer. With normal use that is roughly 7 to 15 years.

### Is a broken garage door spring an emergency?

If your car is stuck inside or the door is stuck open, yes. Use the "24/7 emergencies" filter to find technicians who answer now.

## Sources

- [HomeAdvisor: garage door spring repair (updated Jun 17, 2026)](https://www.homeadvisor.com/cost/garages/garage-door-spring-repair/)
- [HomeAdvisor: repair a garage door (updated Jun 20, 2026)](https://www.homeadvisor.com/cost/garages/repair-a-garage-door/)
- [HomeGuide: garage door spring replacement cost (Oct 27, 2025)](https://homeguide.com/costs/garage-door-spring-replacement-cost)
- [Fixr: garage door repair cost (updated Jan 31, 2025)](https://www.fixr.com/costs/garage-door-repair)
- [This Old House: garage door spring cost (updated Mar 10, 2026)](https://www.thisoldhouse.com/garages/garage-door-spring-cost)
- [Everbilt extension spring spec sheet (ANSI/DASMA 102 cycle rating)](https://images.homedepot-static.com/catalog/pdfImages/57/57285a2a-6500-48d4-bfdb-28ae43132844.pdf)