Garage Door Spring Replacement Cost in 2026: Torsion and Extension Spring Prices

Garage door spring replacement costs $200 to $300 for a single torsion spring and $250 to $450 for a dual set on a double door, installed. When one spring breaks, replacing the pair is almost always the right call — both springs are on the same clock, so the second one isn't far behind.

The loud bang you heard followed by a door that won't lift is the classic broken-spring signature. A broken spring can't be repaired, only replaced, so a spring repair quote and a spring replacement quote are the same job. Because springs are under extreme tension, this is not a DIY job: a failing torsion spring can cause serious injury, and forcing the door with the opener damages the opener too.

Garage Door Repair Network is a referral service — we route your request to independent local techs who carry the right springs on the truck and quote the exact job. The installed ranges below are honest 2026 national figures from Angi, HomeGuide, and AllBetter, with part-only and add-on prices from ConsumerAffairs and Bob Vila. Pick "Broken spring" in the estimator to price your own door size and timing.

Typical national range

$200 – $450

Single spring $200–$300; dual set on a double door $250–$450. After-hours calls add $50–$150.

Cost breakdown

Item	Typical range	Notes
Torsion spring — single (installed)	$200 – $300	One mounted torsion spring above the door; the most common single-door setup.
Torsion springs — dual set (double door)	$250 – $450	Double doors run two torsion springs; replacing the pair is standard.
Extension springs (installed)	$120 – $200	Side-mounted springs along the tracks on older and tilt-up doors — cheaper, but shorter-lived (HomeGuide).
Cable replacement (pair)	$150 – $250	Cables are replaced in pairs and often fail alongside springs.
Springs and cables replaced together	$175 – $500	Bob Vila puts the combined job at $175–$450; HomeGuide at $200–$500. One visit costs less than two.
Roller replacement (full set)	$150 – $250	Worn rollers are cheap to swap and worth doing during a spring job.
Torsion springs and shaft (bar) replacement	$200 – $400	Only needed when the shaft the springs wrap around is bent, wobbling, or cracked (HomeGuide).
Convert extension springs to torsion	$400 – $800	New springs, shaft, drums, and brackets; quoted by HomeGuide, Angi, and ConsumerAffairs.
Springs only — part, not installed (pair)	$30 – $150	Hardware-store two-packs run $30–$90 (ConsumerAffairs); $60–$150 with brackets and hardware (Bob Vila). Installing them is a pro job.
Emergency / after-hours surcharge	$50 – $150	Nights, weekends, and same-day response; many techs waive part of this if you book on the spot.

What changes the price

Providers quote their own work — these are the factors that consistently move the number.

Spring type and count: a single torsion spring runs $200–$300, while a double door with two torsion springs runs $250–$450 — extension springs on older doors are typically cheaper but wear faster.
Door size and weight: heavier double and insulated doors need higher-cycle springs, which sit at the top of the range.
Doing the pair vs one: replacing both springs at once costs a little more upfront but avoids a second service call when the surviving spring fails.
Timing: emergency, after-hours, and same-day calls add a $50–$150 surcharge over a scheduled visit.
Related parts: cables and rollers often need replacing at the same time, adding $150–$250 each but saving a separate trip.
Local labor rates: metro markets and remote areas move the installed price up or down from the national average.

Garage door spring prices: the part alone

The springs themselves are the cheap part of the job. ConsumerAffairs found two-packs at Lowe's and Home Depot for $30 to $90 — around $80 for a pair of torsion springs and $30 to $60 for a pair of extension springs. Bob Vila puts a set of two springs with brackets and hardware at $60 to $150. Taller doors need slightly longer springs: Angi notes a 7-foot door typically takes 25-inch springs and an 8-foot door 27-inch springs, a price difference of roughly $5 to $10.

Most of an installed price is labor, which Angi, ConsumerAffairs, and Bob Vila all put at $75 to $150 for a residential spring job, usually 1 to 2 hours of work. That covers a correctly rated spring from the truck, winding bars to set the tension, and a balance check afterward. Saving $100 or so on labor isn't worth the risk — winding a torsion spring is a pro-only job.

To see how springs are sized before the tech arrives, the torsion spring calculator linked below explains wire size, inside diameter, length, and winding turns, so you can check that the replacement matches your door. Leave the measuring and the install to the tech.

Garage door spring repair cost: why it's priced as a replacement

Searching for spring repair and spring replacement gets you the same job. Once a spring breaks it can't be repaired, only replaced (Bob Vila), so a spring repair quote is a replacement quote: $200–$300 for one torsion spring or $250–$450 for a pair on a double door, installed.

Real spring repairs are limited to adjustment and upkeep on springs that still work. HomeGuide puts annual spring maintenance — tension adjustment, lubrication, and a safety inspection — at $40 to $80. A door that won't stay put when raised halfway is a sign the springs are wearing out; tension adjustment is still a job for a tech, not a DIY fix.

Torsion spring replacement cost vs. extension springs

Torsion springs mount on a shaft above the door and cost $200–$300 to replace as a single spring or $250–$450 as a pair in our estimator; HomeGuide's 2026 range for torsion spring replacement is $150–$350 installed. Extension springs stretch along the tracks on either side of older and tilt-up doors and run $120–$200 installed (HomeGuide).

The price gap comes back in lifespan. HomeGuide rates torsion springs at 10,000–20,000 cycles (7–14 years) and extension springs at 5,000–15,000 cycles (4–10 years). If the torsion shaft itself is bent or cracked, springs and shaft together run $200–$400. Converting an extension-spring door to torsion costs $400–$800 according to HomeGuide, Angi, and ConsumerAffairs — worth pricing if extension springs keep failing on your door.

Cost to replace two garage door springs

On a door with two springs, replacing both at once is standard — they've worn at the same pace, so the survivor is close to failing too. A matched torsion pair on a double door runs $250–$450 installed. Angi notes double-door springs cost $15–$30 more per spring than single-door springs, and ConsumerAffairs found some companies charge $400–$500 for both springs on one door once a service-call fee is included.

Cables often go at the same time: replacing springs and cables together runs $175–$450 according to Bob Vila and $200–$500 according to HomeGuide, against $150–$250 for a cable pair on its own. With more than one garage door, Angi puts spring replacement at $275–$425 for two doors and $350–$700 for three, because one trip covers them all.

Broken garage door spring cost: same-day and after-hours calls

A broken spring costs the same to replace as a worn one — what changes the bill is timing. Nights, weekends, and same-day calls add $50–$150, so an emergency single-spring job lands around $250–$450 and a pair on a double door around $300–$600.

If the door is closed and you don't need the car, a scheduled visit saves the surcharge. Don't run the opener or lift the door by hand while you wait: with the spring broken, nothing is holding the door's weight. The broken-spring guide linked below covers what to do until the tech arrives.

Repair or replace?

Spring replacement is almost always a repair, not a reason to replace the whole door — a new set of high-cycle springs restores a sound door for a few hundred dollars. Replacement enters the conversation only when the door itself is damaged, badly dented, or so old that parts are hard to source.

If your springs have already failed once and the door is 15-plus years old with worn tracks and rollers, ask the tech to price a full replacement too. A new door installed starts around $800 and can make more sense than a string of repairs on a tired door.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to replace garage door springs?

A single torsion spring runs $200–$300 installed; a dual set on a double door runs $250–$450. When one spring breaks, replacing both is usually smart — they have the same cycle life, so the second one isn't far behind. Never attempt this yourself: torsion springs are under extreme tension.

How much are garage door springs?

The part alone is inexpensive: ConsumerAffairs found hardware-store two-packs for $30–$90 (about $80 for torsion springs, $30–$60 for extension springs), and Bob Vila prices a set of two with brackets and hardware at $60–$150. Installed, expect $200–$300 for one torsion spring or $250–$450 for a pair. The difference is mostly labor, because setting spring tension safely takes a pro with winding bars.

How much does it cost to fix a broken garage door spring?

Broken springs are replaced, not repaired, so you pay the replacement price: $200–$300 for a single torsion spring, $250–$450 for a pair, or $120–$200 for extension springs (HomeGuide). Nights, weekends, and same-day service add $50–$150.

What is the difference between torsion and extension springs?

Torsion springs mount horizontally above the door and store energy by twisting; they last longer and run smoother, which is why most modern doors use them. Extension springs run along the tracks on either side and are cheaper — $120–$200 installed versus $200–$300 for a single torsion spring — but wear faster. Both are under high tension and are a pro-only repair.

How much is labor for garage door spring replacement?

Angi, ConsumerAffairs, and Bob Vila put labor for a residential spring job at $75–$150, usually 1 to 2 hours. Labor is most of the installed price — the springs themselves run $30–$150 a pair — and it covers sizing the spring, winding it safely, and balancing the door.

Should I replace both garage door springs at the same time?

Usually, yes. Springs on the same door wear at the same pace, so when one breaks the other is close behind. A matched pair runs $250–$450 installed versus $200–$300 for one spring, and it saves a second service call. ConsumerAffairs notes that replacing only one can make sense if the other spring is noticeably newer.

Can I replace a garage door spring myself?

You shouldn't. Torsion springs are wound under extreme tension and can cause serious injury if they release during removal. The savings are small next to the risk and the specialized winding bars required — this is one of the few garage door repairs pros unanimously advise against DIYing.

How long do garage door springs last?

Standard springs are rated for about 10,000 cycles — roughly 7–12 years for an average household opening the door a few times a day. High-cycle springs rated for 20,000+ cycles cost a little more but last far longer, worth asking about if you use the garage as your main entrance.

Estimates only — independent local providers quote their own pricing. Data last reviewed 2026-09.

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