
Torsion vs. Extension Springs
How to tell which spring system your door uses, why it matters when one breaks, and what a conversion actually involves.
Read the guidePlain-English guides from Round Rock Garage Door Experts on what garage door symptoms mean, what you can safely check yourself and what to ask before approving a repair in Round Rock.

How to tell which spring system your door uses, why it matters when one breaks, and what a conversion actually involves.
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A step-by-step way to narrow down the cause, from a tripped outlet to a broken spring, without making the problem worse.
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The checks that are safe to do yourself on safety sensors, remotes and travel limits, and the ones that are not.
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Match the sound your door makes to its likely cause, and learn which noises are a warning rather than an annoyance.
Read the guideThese guides help you describe a fault accurately, which makes the visit faster. They are not a substitute for having the door looked at, and nothing here should be read as instructions to work on springs or cables. Browse the repairs we cover, compare repair and replacement, check the common questions or request a visit.