Garage Door Spring Repair in St. Louis
Gateway Garage Doors replaces broken garage door springs across St. Louis and the inner-ring suburbs, with same-day service and flat-rate pricing. Call (314) 766-4292 and a local team member answers.
Mon–Thu 7 AM–7:30 PM · Fri 7 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun 7 AM–7:30 PM
Signs your garage door spring is broken
Springs hold the weight of your door. When one breaks, the door becomes very heavy and the opener usually can't lift it. Most people notice one of these signs:
A loud bang from the garage, like something snapped. Many homeowners hear it from inside the house and only find the cause later.
A visible gap in the torsion spring, the coiled bar mounted above the door opening.
A door that feels too heavy to lift by hand, or that only rises a few inches before dropping.
An opener that strains, hums or runs but the door doesn't move.
A door that hangs crooked, or loose cables near the bottom corners.
If you see any of these, stop using the door and call us. Trying to run a door with a broken spring can damage the opener, bend the door or cause an injury.
Why we don't recommend replacing springs yourself
Garage door springs are wound under a lot of tension. A slipped winding bar or a mismatched spring can cause serious injury. Torsion springs in particular need the right size for your door's weight and height, and they have to be wound and balanced correctly.
We replace the spring, check the cables, rollers and balance while we're there, and make sure the door lifts and lowers smoothly. Broken springs and openers are repaired with quality parts, and most repairs are completed in a single visit.
How a spring replacement works
Call us
Call (314) 766-4292 and tell us what you heard or saw. A local team member answers and can book a same-day visit.
We inspect the door
Your technician checks the spring, the cables, the rollers and the door's balance, and confirms what is actually broken.
You get a flat rate
We give you upfront, flat-rate pricing so you know the price before the work starts. The same technician handles your job from quote to finish.
Spring replaced and door tested
We install the new spring with quality parts, balance the door and test it. Most repairs are finished in one visit.
Why St. Louis homeowners call Gateway Garage Doors
A local team that answers the phone
You reach a real person at a local 314 number, not a call center or a lead-gen line.
Same-day service
A broken spring leaves your car stuck inside, so we aim to get to you the same day.
Upfront, flat-rate pricing
You know the price before we start, with no surprises partway through the job.
Quality parts, usually one visit
Springs are replaced with quality parts, and most repairs are completed in a single visit.
Same technician from quote to install
The person who looks at your door is the person who fixes it.
Family-owned and insured
We are a family-owned team based on Delmar Blvd, and we are insured.
Open 7 days, with emergency help after hours
We are open Monday to Thursday 7 AM to 7:30 PM, Friday 7 AM to 7 PM, and Saturday and Sunday 7 AM to 7:30 PM. Emergency garage door service is available after hours. Call us any time, including nights, weekends and holidays.
Current offer: $50 off your first garage door repair or service call, through December 19, 2026. Ask about it when you call.
Other problems that often come with a broken spring
A snapped spring can pull on other parts. These related services are handled by the same team.
Garage door off-track repair
A door that has come off its track needs to be reset safely.
Learn more →Garage door roller replacement
Worn rollers make the door noisy and put extra strain on the spring.
Learn more →Garage door opener repair
If the opener hums or strains, we check whether the spring is the cause.
Learn more →Spring repair in St. Louis and nearby towns
- St. Louis, MO
- Florissant, MO
- University City, MO
- Olivette, MO
- Clayton, MO
- Overland, MO
- Ladue, MO
- Richmond Heights, MO
- Brentwood, MO
- Creve Coeur, MO
- Webster Groves, MO
- Maplewood, MO
- Kirkwood, MO
- Maryland Heights, MO
Garage door spring questions
How do I know if my garage door spring is broken?
Common signs are a loud bang from the garage, a visible gap in the torsion spring above the door, a door that feels very heavy to lift, or an opener that hums but can't move the door. If you notice any of these, stop using the door and call us.
Can I replace a torsion spring myself?
We don't recommend it. Torsion springs are under high tension, and the wrong size or a slipped winding bar can cause serious injury. It is safer to have a technician handle it.
What is the difference between torsion and extension springs?
Torsion springs are mounted on a bar above the door opening and twist to lift the door. Extension springs run along the sides of the door tracks and stretch and contract. Your technician will confirm which type your door has and which replacement fits.
How much does garage door spring replacement cost in St. Louis?
The price depends on the type of spring, your door's size and weight, and whether other parts need attention. We give upfront, flat-rate pricing before the work starts, so call (314) 766-4292 and describe your door.
Should both springs be replaced if only one broke?
On doors with two springs, they wear at a similar rate, so the second one may be close to failing. Your technician will check it and explain what your door needs before you decide.
My door is stuck closed. What should I do?
Don't force it or keep running the opener. If your car is inside, use the red emergency release cord only if the door is fully closed, and don't try to lift a heavy door alone. Call us and we will come out.
How long does a spring replacement take?
Most repairs are completed in a single visit. Your technician will tell you what to expect once they have looked at the door.
Do you work after hours?
Emergency garage door service is available after hours. Call us any time, including nights, weekends and holidays.
Get your garage door moving again
Call (314) 766-4292 or send a message, and we will get a technician headed your way.
Mon–Thu 7 AM–7:30 PM · Fri 7 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun 7 AM–7:30 PM
8680 Delmar Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63124 #266 APT