- Texas License #B19847
- Family Owned Since 2010
- Texas Markets 36
- Response · Central TX approx 14 min
- Dispatch 24 / 7
- Google Rating 4.9 / 5
SPRING FAILURES WE FIX
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Loud Bang, Door Stopped
A torsion spring fracture sounds like a gunshot from the garage. The door goes heavy and the opener stalls. We replace both springs as a matched pair.
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Extension Spring Broken
One side of the door drops lower than the other during travel. An extension spring on the side track failed. We replace both and inspect the safety cables.
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Door Won't Stay at 4 Feet
A properly balanced door holds position at any height. If it drifts down or snaps up, spring tension is off. We adjust or replace before full failure.
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Springs Near End of Cycle Life
Standard springs are rated for 10,000 cycles. Garages opened three to four times daily reach that limit in seven to ten years. Proactive replacement avoids the loud failure.
HOW SPRING REPLACEMENT WORKS
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Call or Request Online
Describe what happened: loud bang, door too heavy to lift, opener stalling. We dispatch with the right spring inventory.
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Technician En Route
Your nearest licensed technician heads your way. Median Central Austin arrival: 14 minutes. You receive a call 15 minutes before arrival.
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Inspection and Measurement
We measure door height, width, and weight to confirm the correct spring wire diameter, coil count, and inside diameter. Wrong sizing causes premature failure.
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Old Springs Removed Safely
Using calibrated winding bars, we release all remaining tension before removing the failed springs. This step is where injuries happen without proper equipment.
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New Springs Wound and Balance Tested
Both springs installed and wound to specification. We then disconnect the opener and lift the door to mid-height: a balanced door holds position without dropping. Opener reconnected and tested through multiple cycles before we leave.
SPRING MECHANICS AND LIFESPAN
What Your Torsion Spring Actually Does
A standard two-car residential door weighs 150 to 250 pounds. Your opener motor is sized to move a balanced door, which means it carries roughly 10 to 20 pounds of net load when the springs are correctly tensioned. The springs carry the rest. When a torsion spring fractures, the opener suddenly has to move the full door weight, which burns out motors quickly and causes doors to fall mid-travel.
Torsion springs are rated in cycles: one open and one close is one cycle. Standard springs are rated at 10,000 cycles. Opened four times daily, that is seven years of rated life. Garages in Austin's Hill Country humidity corrode faster because salt in humid air attacks the spring coil surface and accelerates metal fatigue. We see standard springs in Georgetown and Cedar Park neighborhoods near Brushy Creek reach end-of-life in five to six years rather than seven to ten.
High-cycle springs rated at 25,000 cycles extend replacement intervals to 17 years under the same usage. The wire is heavier gauge, the coil spacing is tighter, and the steel is typically coated against corrosion. The cost premium over a standard spring replacement is $30 to $80 per spring. For most Austin homeowners who plan to stay in their home more than five years, the math favors the upgrade.
Why Both Springs Are Replaced Together
Both springs on a two-spring torsion system were wound on the same day and have accumulated the same cycle count. When one fractures, the second is within the same wear envelope. Replacing only the broken spring restores function today, but the remaining spring typically fails within weeks to a few months. We replace both as a matched pair to restore a factory-balanced door system and to avoid a second service call.
- Torsion springs: mounted on shaft above door header, safer breakage pattern
- Extension springs: mounted along horizontal tracks, require safety cables
- Standard cycle rating: 10,000 (seven to ten years at four cycles/day)
- High-cycle option: 25,000 cycles, corrosion-resistant coating included
Why DIY Is High-Risk
A wound torsion spring stores more than 200 foot-pounds of torque. Releasing that tension without calibrated winding bars causes the bar to kick back with bone-breaking force. This repair causes documented serious injuries each year in Texas. Our technicians use professional winding bars and follow a set sequence that eliminates the kickback risk. The cost of a professional replacement is far below an emergency room visit.
Same day
Most spring replacements complete on the first visit
14 min
Median Central Texas response
Since 2010
Texas-licensed family service
Texas DPS License #B19847 · Bonded · Insured
COMPARE SPRING OPTIONS
| Spring Type | Standard Torsion | High-Cycle Torsion | Extension Springs |
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| Cycle rating | 10,000 cycles | 25,000 cycles | 8,000-15,000 cycles |
| Typical lifespan | 7-10 years | 15-20 years | 5-8 years |
| Typical cost (pair) | $175-$275 | $225-$375 | $150-$250 |
| Door type | Most residential | Most residential | Older/single-car doors |
| Breakage pattern | Contained on shaft | Contained on shaft | Requires safety cables |
| Corrosion resistance | Standard steel | Coated wire | Standard steel |
Customers, on the work
Texas reviews.
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I had “Pros On Call” change the locks on my home that I recently purchased. It was easy to get a hold of them, they made an appointment quickly and did a great job for a fair price. I had them come out about two weeks later and put a deadbolt lock on my front door as well and again - easy to get a hold of, they had to order an aged bronze deadbolt lock 🔐 but once it arrived they came out quickly, did a great job, were neat and it was a fair price. I highly recommend “Pros On Call” for all of your Locksmith needs! 5 Stars ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ for sure!!
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This guy come and help me at the last moment and be very professional and fair price
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Josh was amazing! I called him when I was locked out of my car, and he arrived within 20 minutes. He was professional, fast, and had my car unlocked in no time. The whole process was stress free, and his pricing was fair. I really appreciate how quickly he came to help. Highly recommend Josh if you ever need a reliable locksmith!
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Josh was awesome, he came to the rescue and I didn’t have to wait longer than 30 minutes in total. He also was incredibly kind and understanding of my situation. Dropped off my kids, and somehow my key fab went missing! Also gave me a discount!!
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It sucks they charge an inconvenience fee of 49.00. Which I wish you would have mentioned this on our intial call. Transparency would have been to say hey we charge an inconvenience fee. Never once was this mentioned. When we spoke with the representative all she said was the locksmith will call you with a price. Never once did she say we take your payment info so we can charge you an inconvenience fee. If that was mentioned then this would have been handled differently. She made it seem like we need a card on file to help. Then they attempted to debit my card twice for two separate transactions for 49.00. I understand you run a business. But transparency is key. I specifically asked her what I would be charged for never once did she mention this. Lesson learned. Update***she reached out in regards to my Google review. Although I attempted to resolve per phone call. Shameless.
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Great service Ermi took less than 2 minutes. Thank you so much!
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Excellent service and high quality items! Roland was able to get me this key fob AND program it for a great price. Rechargeable fob is a lot more convenient than having to replace the battery every time it dies. Thank you !
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I have been a customer of pros on call for like over 2 years about and have had to call on them about 6 times. I had used several other locksmith in the prior 15 years but once Roland , one of many these pros came over I never use sny other locksmith service. I am very happy with this company I usually asks for Roland because I know him best and I have developed a kinda professional friendship with him but you can't lose no matter who it is that helps you. All top notch pros. I have called days and night. I am elderley snd lost my keys and I had some stolen. I would tell anyone that ask to call this company. You won't find any better. Here are a few keys Roland msde for me. I have 3 cars an a home. I have to locate my home keys do I didn't have the opputunity to take a picture of them but these here are greal examples.
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Super great experience! Roland was very fast at getting to where I was. Overall he did an amazing job! Plus super affordable prices, you can't beat that! 10/10
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Locksmith Roland provided exceptional service at a affordable price point, and I highly recommend both the individual and the company. 💯
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I had Zach come out to the property that I purchased out in Luling, Texas. It’s about 10 acres, and it has a garage with a corroded lock. Out of all the companies I have called, which is roughly 5 to 6. He was able to take my call, head out the next day, and take care of the corroded lock I need fixed on my property. He was extremely professional and helped me by giving me instructions on how to operate the lock as well! I’m in the military and not able to be in the area, so he was very understanding and professional. Highly recommend!
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Josh was amazing!!! Got us back up and running with two new key fobs in less than 30 mins. He definitely knows his business and has the experience. Got a great deal and I will definitely be calling him the next time we are in need of assistance again. Thank you, Josh!
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Josh was a really good technician fast and prompt.... If this ever happens again (hopefully it doesn't )I'll be calling him.
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Zach got to me asap and even called to make sure we were communicating the right location of my truck! Within 10 minutes it was open and running! He’s the man! Thank you so much for the quick turnaround!
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Their response time was great. Orlando did a great job. No replacement parts were needed and repairs took an hour. I was badly disappointed at the high bill, even with a military discount. Maybe that is why I couldn’t get an approximate estimate before Orlando came. Bottom line : good work, too expensive
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Very helpful and super friendly. They were able to unlock my door in minutes at an affordable price! Even offered spare key services!
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Miguel was very professional and efficient in his work he was very easy to work with and quick in doing his job
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The locksmith was quick and very efficient, got me back on the road on no time!
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He was very fast, was able to make me a key and a spare when I was stranded
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Transparent Pricing
Prices below are estimates. Final cost is confirmed on-site after inspection.
- Garage Door Spring Replacement From $200
Replace broken torsion or extension springs.
Estimate
Cancellation: $49 fee if a technician is dispatched and arrives on-site. Out-of-area: $50 surcharge for job sites 30+ miles from our shop. Sales tax: 8.25% applies to most services (excludes vehicle lockouts).
Prices effective 2026. Final pricing confirmed on-site after inspection.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How long do garage door springs last?
Standard torsion springs are rated for 10,000 cycles. At four open-and-close cycles per day, that is roughly seven to ten years. High-cycle springs rated at 25,000 cycles extend that to 17-plus years. Hill Country humidity accelerates corrosion on spring coils, so Austin-area springs often reach the end of their rated life before homeowners expect it. License #B19847 technicians measure wire diameter and coil count on arrival to confirm the correct replacement rating.
Why replace both springs when only one broke?
Both springs were wound and tensioned on the same day. When one fractures from metal fatigue, the other is within the same wear window. Replacing only the broken spring leaves the second spring a few hundred cycles from its own failure. We replace both as a matched pair to ensure balanced door travel and prevent a return call within weeks.
Is it safe to operate the garage door with a broken spring?
No. With a broken torsion spring, the opener motor carries the full door weight instead of roughly ten percent. Motors burn out quickly under that load, and the door can fall if the opener trips its safety breaker mid-travel. Leave the door in its current position and call us. We arrive in a median 14 minutes to Central Austin.
What is the difference between torsion and extension springs?
Torsion springs mount on a steel shaft above the door header and wind to store energy. They are the standard on most doors built after 1990 and are safer when they break because the shaft contains the spring. Extension springs mount along the horizontal tracks on either side of the door and stretch to store energy. Both types are replaced in pairs. We stock both on service vehicles for same-day repairs.
What does spring replacement cost in Austin?
Most single-car door torsion spring replacements run $175 to $275 including parts, labor, and balance testing. Double-car doors with two springs typically run $225 to $375. High-cycle spring upgrades add $30 to $80 per spring. We quote the exact price before work begins. No overtime fees for evenings or weekends.
Why is DIY spring replacement dangerous?
A torsion spring stores more than 200 foot-pounds of torque when wound. Releasing that tension without calibrated winding bars and proper technique can cause the bar to kick back with enough force to break bones or puncture an eye. Extension springs that snap without safety cables can travel the length of the garage at speed. This repair causes documented serious injuries each year. Professional replacement costs less than an emergency room visit.
Do you carry springs on the service vehicle?
Yes. Our vehicles stock torsion springs in the most common wire diameters and inside diameters for standard residential doors across Central Texas. We also carry safety cables for extension spring systems. Oversized doors, custom-height openings, or commercial-duty springs may require a same-day or next-day parts order, which we communicate before arriving.
Can you reach Pflugerville, Cedar Park, or Georgetown?
Yes. We operate across 36 Texas markets. Round Rock, Cedar Park, Pflugerville, Georgetown, Leander, Kyle, Buda, and San Marcos are all covered with the same same-day service and same pricing as Central Austin. Call (888) 601-6005 to confirm arrival time for your specific address.
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