Your garage door springs may look simple—but they’re among the most dangerous components of your entire garage door system. Every year, thousands of injuries are reported due to improper handling of torsion or extension springs by homeowners attempting do-it-yourself repairs. While saving a few dollars sounds tempting, tackling spring repair without professional help can come at a much higher cost.

At State Line Garage Doors, we’ve seen firsthand what can go wrong when garage door spring repairs are handled without the right tools, training, or safety protocols. Let’s break down the risks and why this is one project best left to the pros.

Why Garage Door Springs Are So Dangerous

Garage door springs are under intense tension—often supporting hundreds of pounds of door weight. That stored energy is what helps your door lift smoothly and stay in place. But if a spring is mishandled, it can snap violently, sending metal flying or causing the door to crash down without warning.

Some of the most common injuries we’ve seen from DIY spring repair attempts include:

• Lacerations from snapped springs or slipping tools

• Broken fingers or hands caught in moving parts

• Head or neck injuries from falling doors

• Muscle or back strain from trying to manually lift heavy doors

Signs Your Springs Need Replacement

If your door:

• Opens unevenly or not at all

• Feels unusually heavy to lift manually

• Makes a loud pop or snap sound

• Looks visibly stretched or broken at the spring

…it’s time to call in a trained technician. Don’t wait until it fails completely—it’s much safer (and cheaper) to address early warning signs.

What Professionals Do Differently

Licensed garage door technicians like our team at State Line Garage Doors use specialized tools to wind and unwind springs safely. We know how to secure the door, balance the system, and ensure proper calibration—things that can’t be done correctly without training.

Plus, we carry high-cycle replacement springs designed for long-term durability, and we back our work with a warranty.

The Bottom Line

While YouTube may show DIY spring repairs as easy, the truth is: it’s one of the most dangerous things you can do around your home without proper expertise.

When in doubt, don’t risk it.
If you’re dealing with a broken spring or a garage door that just isn’t working right, let us help.

Call State Line Garage Doors today for fast, affordable, and safe spring repairs throughout Lawrenceburg, Spring Hill, Muscle Shoals, Savannah, and nearby areas. We’re your local experts with over a decade of experience.