Springs
Garage Door Torsion Spring FAQ
Q: What size torsion spring do I need for a 16x7 or 16x8 garage door?
A: The size of the torsion spring depends on the weight of the garage door. Check out our Garage Door Torsion Spring Selection Chart Here.
Q: How do I replace a garage door torsion spring?
A: Check out our Torsion Spring Replacement Instructions Here.
Q: Where can I buy garage door torsion springs near me?
A: A lot of the time home improvement stores such as Lowes or Home Depot don’t typically stock torsion springs. We carry a large selection of garage door torsion springs with easy to follow size charts and instructions here.
Q: How do I install a garage door torsion spring?
A: Check out our Torsion Spring Installation Instructions Here.
Q: How do I adjust garage door torsion springs?
A: You can learn how to adjust garage door torsion springs in our installation guide here. We also carry tools for adjusting garage door torsion springs here.
Q: How do I install a single torsion spring on a garage door?
A: Follow our instructions on how to install a single torsion spring here.
Q: How do I measure a garage door torsion spring?
A: It is important to carefully go through each section of our spring ordering guide using the broken spring you are replacing to determine the correct size. We require these details to get the correct spring for you.
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