Garage Door Cable Replacement
Racine’s #1 Garage Door Cable Replacement Company
Cables play an important role in balancing your garage door’s weight as it opens and closes. But over time, as your cables are exposed to wear and tear, they can become frayed, rusty, or slack, and will need to be replaced.
When that happens, contact the team of experts at Jim’s Garage Door Service! Thanks to our 24/7 availability, high-quality products, and long-lasting solutions, we’re the #1 choice for garage door cable replacements in Racine.
Signs Your Garage Door Cables Need to Be Replaced
It’s important to look out for warning signs that your garage door cables need to be replaced. If you notice any of the issues listed below (or are experiencing a different problem entirely), then contact Jim’s Garage Door Service immediately.
You Hear Loud or Unusual Noises
If you suddenly hear loud snapping or banging noises, and then your garage door won’t move, it’s highly likely that one of your cables snapped. Your garage door may still move after a snapped cable, but there will be a sound of grinding metal.
Garage Door Won’t Operate Smoothly
Cables are important to the operation of your garage door. If you’re opening or closing your garage door and notice that its movements are uneven, slow, or stop halfway, that could mean your cables aren’t doing their job.
There’s Visible Damage
If you look at your cables and see frayed or unraveling strands on the cable, that means they’re reaching the end of their lifespan and are in need of replacement.
You See Loose or Slack Cables
If you notice that your cables are hanging loosely along the sides of your garage, instead of sitting taut, it’s a sign they’re no longer winding around the drum properly and likely need to be replaced.
The Door Feels Heavy
Your cables are crucial when it comes to balancing the hundreds of pounds of weight of your garage door. If you’re opening your garage door manually and notice that it’s difficult to lift, the cables are no longer doing their job effectively.
Types of Garage Door Cables
Our experienced team of professionals is fully equipped to replace all types of garage door cables.
Torsion Spring Cables
Torsion spring cables are the most popular type of residential garage door cable. They’re used with torsion springs, and they work by winding and unwinding on drums on a torsion bar. Due to their lifting power, they’re better suited for heavy, large, or insulated doors.
Extension Spring Cables
Extension spring cables are less common in modern garages because they’re used with extension springs, which appear more often in older garages. These types of cables are side-mounted on horizontal tracks, making them good for lighter garage doors with less headroom.
Why Shouldn’t You Try to Replace Your Garage Door Cables Yourself?
Although you may be tempted to try to replace your garage door cables yourself, we recommend that you leave replacements to the team of professionals at Jim’s Garage Door Service.
- The cables are high-risk. The cables are connected to the garage door springs, which are under lots of tension and prone to unpredictable, injury-causing movement.
- Replacements require special tools. Replacing garage door cables requires expert precision and specialized tools that the average homeowner doesn’t have access to.
- Garage doors can fall without warning. Damaged cables can’t support the weight of a 400-pound garage door, and it may fall unexpectedly during replacement.
Why Choose Jim’s Garage Door Service for Cable Replacement?
Same-Day Service
Damaged garage door cables can be hazardous, and replacement shouldn’t be put off. That’s why we’re committed to same-day service and are even available during evenings and weekends. Our priority is finding a time that works best with your schedule!
Dedication to Quality
Our experienced technicians use only the highest quality garage door cables and replacement techniques. We pride ourselves on always doing things right the first time, so you never have to worry about wasting your money on unreliable quick fixes.
Cable Safety Tests
We don’t just replace your cables and then immediately leave! Our technicians will perform post-replacement tests to ensure that your new cables meet our highest safety standards and that your garage door is operating as it should.
Want to Extend the Lifespan of Your Cables? Consider Maintenance Services!
One of the easiest and most effective ways to avoid needing to replace your garage door cables too soon is through periodic maintenance services! At Jim’s Garage Door Service, we offer everything from one-time tune-ups to regular maintenance packages tailored to meet your garage door needs.