Garage Door Spring Replacement Cost — Fast Answer

$150
Single door, standard spring
$250
Double door — most common job
$350+
High-cycle or after-hours

Full Price Breakdown by Spring Type

JobParts CostLaborTotal
Torsion spring — single door (both springs)$30–$60$100–$180$150–$250
Torsion spring — double door (both springs) Most Common$50–$90$120–$200$200–$350
Extension springs (pair, both sides)$20–$50$80–$150$120–$220
High-cycle torsion spring upgrade+$30–$60Same+$50–$100 to above
After-hours / emergency surcharge$0+$50–$100Added to total

What Affects the Final Price?

  • Door size — a 16×7 double door needs larger, heavier springs than a 9×7 single door; bigger springs cost more in parts and slightly more in labor
  • Door weight — heavier wood or insulated doors require higher-tension springs; tell the tech your door type when you call
  • Spring type — torsion springs (more common in newer homes) cost slightly more than extension springs but last longer
  • High-cycle upgrade — standard springs are rated 10,000 cycles; high-cycle springs (20,000–30,000 cycles) cost $50–$100 more but are worth it if you use your door heavily
  • Time of service — evening and weekend calls add $50–$100 in most cases
  • Company type — national franchises typically charge 15–25% more than local independents like Stateline Garage Door

Is the High-Cycle Upgrade Worth It?

Standard springs rated for 10,000 cycles last about 7 years if you open your door 4 times a day. High-cycle springs (25,000 cycles) would last over 17 years at the same rate. The upgrade costs $50–$100 extra — which is almost always worth it given it eliminates one future service call that would cost $150–$350.

The math: paying $80 extra now to avoid a $250 repair in 7 years is a strong ROI. We recommend always asking for the high-cycle upgrade when having springs replaced.

Why Replace Both Springs at Once?

When one spring breaks, the second is equally worn. It will break within weeks to months. Replacing both costs only $30–$50 more in parts (labor is the same — the tech is already there). Replacing them separately costs a full second service call. Every reputable North Alabama contractor will recommend replacing both.

Spring Cost FAQs

Why does spring replacement seem expensive for what looks like a simple part? +
The spring itself costs $20–$60. The labor — $100–$200 — reflects the genuine danger and skill required. Torsion springs must be wound to precise tension using calibrated winding bars. An improperly wound spring can fly off at lethal speed. The cost is reasonable for a job that requires specialized tools and real risk.
Can I buy springs cheaper and just pay a tech for labor? +
Some contractors will do this, but many won't — they can't warranty the repair if they didn't supply the parts. If you want to save money, call Stateline Garage Door or a local independent first — their total prices are often lower than franchise companies even with their own parts.
How do I know if my spring or my cable broke? +
Look at the horizontal bar above the door. If you see a gap in the tightly-coiled spring, the spring broke. If the spring looks intact but you see a loose wire hanging near the bottom of the door, it's the cable. Often a broken spring also breaks the cable — expect a combo repair in that case. Cable repair guide →