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Spring replacement in San Clemente typically costs $180 – $340 for a single torsion spring, and most homes here have two springs that are replaced together as a matched pair, so a full pair usually runs $360 – $680. That price covers the springs, the labor, and balancing the door. The written estimate we give you before any work starts is the final price.
If you’re hearing a loud bang from the garage or the door won’t lift more than a few inches, a broken spring is the likely cause. Call (866) 321-6293 and we’ll get a technician out to confirm it. We answer 24/7. Fast dispatch from 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday.
Key Takeaways
- One torsion spring: $180 – $340. A matched pair: about twice that, $360 – $680.
- Extension springs cost less than torsion springs; high-lift and oversized doors cost more.
- Most spring jobs are done in a single visit on the same day you call.
- Never try to replace a spring yourself. These parts are under extreme tension and can cause serious injury.
- Estimates are free, and we work on the brand you already have: LiftMaster, Chamberlain, Genie, Clopay, Amarr, Wayne Dalton, Craftsman, and Raynor.
Spring Replacement Cost Breakdown (2026)
Here’s how the numbers break down for spring-related work in San Clemente this year. These are typical estimated ranges for the local market. Your written estimate sets the exact price.
| Job | Typical Estimated Range |
|---|---|
| Torsion spring replacement (one spring) | $180 – $340 |
| Torsion spring replacement (matched pair) | $360 – $680 |
| Extension spring replacement (per pair) | $180 – $340 |
| Spring replacement as part of a general repair | $150 – $600 |
| Cable replacement (often done with springs) | $130 – $250 |
| Roller replacement | $110 – $220 |
| Track realignment | $120 – $240 |
Those numbers cover the parts and the labor together. A home with standard-height doors and a standard torsion setup sits at the low to middle end. A house with taller doors, a heavy custom door, or a high-lift track configuration pushes toward the top of the range because the springs are larger and take more effort to install and balance.
One thing to know: cables rarely fail on their own. When a spring breaks, the cable on that side often gets stretched or kinked, so a good technician will check both while the door is apart. Bundling a cable replacement into the same visit is usually cheaper than calling twice.
We don’t charge for the estimate, and we don’t add a trip fee to give you a price. You get a written number before we touch the door. That’s the no-guesswork, no-runaround part of how we work.
What Affects Spring Replacement Pricing in San Clemente
Two doors can look identical and still price differently. Here’s what moves the number up or down.
- Spring type and count. Most modern doors run on torsion springs mounted above the door. Older or lighter doors may use extension springs along the sides, which cost less. If your door has two springs and only one is broken, we’ll usually recommend replacing the pair, since the second spring has lived the same life and is likely close to failing. That’s roughly double the single-spring price.
- Door size and weight. A standard single-car door takes smaller springs than a double-car or oversized door. The larger the spring, the more it costs and the more care it takes to wind and balance.
- Age and condition of the rest of the system. If the cables, rollers, or bearings are worn, they’re often worth replacing at the same time. A door sitting on tired rollers puts extra load on new springs. Roller replacement adds $110 – $220, and track realignment adds $120 – $240 if things are out of line.
- Access and clearance. A garage packed to the ceiling with storage slows the job down and takes longer to make safe. Clearing some space around the door before we arrive keeps the visit efficient.
- Track and hardware wear. Bent tracks or worn hinges mean the door won’t run true, and springs wear faster on a door that binds. Fixing those at the same time protects your new springs.
- How many brands and setups are in play. We service eight major brands, so whether your door is a Clopay, Amarr, Wayne Dalton, Raynor, or something else, we arrive with the right spring and the right knowledge. That keeps the job to one visit instead of a return trip.
One thing we see in San Clemente is homes with garages that face the afternoon sun and stay warm most of the year. Heat and daily use are what wear springs down over time. A door that’s cycled several times a day, like a family coming and going, will wear its springs faster than one that opens once in the morning and once at night. That’s not a reason to change your habits. It’s just useful to know when you’re weighing repair versus waiting.
How to Save on Spring Replacement
Spring replacement isn’t a job where the cheapest quote is the safest bet, but there are real ways to keep the total down.
- Get the pair done at once. Replacing one spring now and the second in a few months means two visits and two labor charges. A matched pair done in a single visit keeps the total lower.
- Handle worn parts in the same visit. Ask the technician to check cables, rollers, and tracks while the door is apart. Combining small repairs saves a second trip.
- Clear the garage floor. A clear work area lets the job move quickly, and that’s time you don’t pay for.
- Ask for the written estimate first. We put the price in writing before work starts so there are no surprises. Estimates are free, and you’ll know exactly what you’re paying before you say yes.
- Don’t put off a broken spring. A door with a broken spring is heavy and unbalanced. Running the opener against it can burn out the motor or snap a cable, and that turns a spring repair into a bigger bill. If your opener is already struggling, opener repair typically runs $120 – $320.
When you’re ready, call (866) 321-6293 for a free estimate. We’re a garage door specialist, not a general handyman, so we diagnose and price the job with the door in front of us, not from a phone script.
FAQs – Spring Replacement Cost
How much does it cost to replace a garage door spring in San Clemente?
A single torsion spring runs $180 – $340, and a matched pair typically costs $360 – $680. Extension springs cost less than torsion springs. The exact price depends on door size, spring type, and whether cables or rollers need attention too. Call (866) 321-6293 for a free estimate and we’ll give you a written number.
Is it cheaper to repair or replace a garage door spring?
Repair is almost always the cheaper path. A spring replacement at $180 – $340 for a single spring costs far less than a new door, which runs $700 – $2200 installed. Replacement only makes sense when the door panels are cracked or the structure is failing. For a broken spring, repair is the answer. Call (866) 321-6293 and we’ll help you weigh it honestly.
Can you replace my springs the same day?
Yes. Spring replacement is a same-day job in most cases, and we carry common springs on the truck so we can finish in one visit. Call and we’ll book you in. We answer 24/7. Fast dispatch from 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday.
Can I replace my garage door spring myself?
No. Torsion springs are under extreme tension, and winding or releasing them without the right training and tools can cause serious injury. This is one of the most dangerous parts of a garage door to touch. It’s a job for a trained technician. Call (866) 321-6293 and we’ll handle it safely.
How long do garage door springs last?
Most springs are rated for a set number of open-and-close cycles, and a busy household wears them out faster than one that opens the door once a day. Heat and heavy use shorten their life. When a spring breaks, you’ll usually hear a loud bang. That’s your cue to stop using the door and call (866) 321-6293.
Why did both of my springs break at once?
They rarely break on the same day, but they often fail close together because they’ve lived the same life. If one is broken and the other is the same age, replacing both is the smarter money. We’ll show you the condition of the second spring and let you decide.
Do you work on my door brand?
Almost certainly. We work on the brand you already have across eight major lines: LiftMaster, Chamberlain, Genie, Clopay, Amarr, Wayne Dalton, Craftsman, and Raynor. That means your springs, opener, or door get the right parts and the right diagnosis. Call (866) 321-6293 to confirm your setup.
Why a Garage Door Specialist, Not a Handyman
Springs are simple parts that fail in complicated ways. A door that’s out of balance, a worn bearing, a cable on its last threads: those details decide whether a spring replacement lasts. A generalist who does a bit of everything doesn’t see that every day. We do. Garage doors only.
That focus is why we can tell you whether your door needs a spring, a cable, or the whole system looked at, without guessing. And it’s why we can service whatever you already have instead of pushing a single brand. Clopay, Amarr, Wayne Dalton, and Raynor are all doors we install and repair. LiftMaster, Chamberlain, Genie, and Craftsman are all openers we know inside and out. If you’re thinking about a new door rather than a repair, new door installation runs $700 – $2200, and we’ll help you find the right door for how you live.
As a company, Aspen Garage Door Service has been at this since 2012. If you’re in San Clemente, we’re the team that shows up, diagnoses the problem, and gets you back in service today.
What Happens When You Call
When you call, we’ll ask what the door is doing: won’t lift, makes a loud noise, opener runs but nothing moves. That helps us bring the right parts. If you’re not sure, don’t worry. A technician will look at the door and confirm the diagnosis before any work starts.
We’ll give you a written estimate, walk you through what needs fixing and what can wait, and let you make the call. No pressure, no upsell. If the spring is the only problem, that’s what we fix.
One safety note. A door with a broken spring is heavy and unbalanced. Don’t let anyone stand under it, and don’t keep running the opener. The motor can burn out trying to lift a door it can’t handle, and a cable can snap under the strain. Leave the door down and call us.
Ready for a Free Estimate?
Call (866) 321-6293 for a free estimate on spring replacement in San Clemente. We answer 24/7. Fast dispatch from 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday. Whether it’s one spring or a matched pair, worn cables or a door that’s seen better days, we’ll give you a clear price and get the job done right the first time.
We work on the brand you already have, we do garage doors only, and we put the price in writing before we start. That’s the whole approach. A call outside dispatch hours is booked into the next opening, Sunday through Friday, 7am to 7pm. Estimates are free, so there’s no reason to wait on a door that’s leaving you parked outside.
Pricing reflects the San Clemente market as of 2026. Aspen Garage Door Service offers free estimates – call (866) 321-6293.
Written by the team at Aspen Garage Door Service, serving San Clemente since 2012.
What Our Customers Say
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- Norma Torres"Keypad stopped working, which I assumed meant a whole new system. It was the batteries and a reprogram. He charged me the minimum service call and told me how to do it myself next time."
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