Professional Garage Door Repair & Installation in Stony Plain, AB

Types of Garage Door Springs Torsion Springs Garage door torsion springs are mounted above the door opening on a tube shaft and are under high tension when the door is closed, the springs unwind and release the stored energy to assist in lifting the door. They are typically made of hardened steel and come in various sizes and strengths to match the specific requirements of different garage door systems. Extension Springs The extension springs are commonly used in residential garage door systems. These springs are typically installed vertically on either side of the door tracks. They work by stretching and contracting as the garage door opens and closes. When the garage door is closed, extension springs are in a stretched position, storing energy. As the door is opened, the springs contract, releasing the stored energy to help lift the door. This action helps to counterbalance the weight of the garage door, making it easier to open manually or with a garage door opener Torquemaster Spring System Torquemaster spring system is an alternative to traditional torsion and extension spring setups in garage doors. The Torquemaster works by using the spring housed inside a steel tube, unlike traditional torsion springs that are exposed. When you open or close the garage door, the torsion spring twists and stores energy in the tube, helping to lift or lower the door smoothly.