When a garage door cable snaps or comes loose, the whole door feels wrong — heavy, crooked, or stuck. Our team at Quality Garage Door Repairs safely replaces broken cables and gets your door working the way it should again.
We handle everything for you so you don’t have to worry about forcing the door or guessing what’s wrong.
Signs Your Garage Door Cable Is Broken
Call us if you notice:
- A loose or hanging cable near the bottom of the door
- The door opening or closing on an angle
- The door getting stuck partway up or down
- The door feeling much heavier than normal
- Loud popping, scraping, or dragging noises
If a cable has already snapped, stop using the door and contact us right away. Forcing it can bend tracks, damage the opener, or cause the door to drop suddenly.
DIY vs Professional Cable Repair
DIY cable repair can lead to:
- Sudden movement of the door
- Injury from springs or cables snapping
- Extra damage to tracks, rollers, or opener
Professional repair gives you:
- Safe removal of broken or frayed cables
- Correct cable size and installation
- Proper balance and smooth operation
- Peace of mind that the door is safe to use
What Our Cable Repair Service Includes
Our Repair Process
- Inspection
We look over your cables, springs, drums, and hardware to see exactly what failed and why. - Safety Setup
We secure the door and relieve tension safely before removing any parts. - Cable Replacement
We remove damaged cables and install new ones matched to your door. - Balance & Adjustment
We adjust tension and check that the door opens and closes smoothly and evenly. - Final Testing
We run the door several times and make final tweaks so you’re left with a door that works the way it should.
Most broken cable repairs are completed in a single visit.
Our Repair Process
- Inspection
We look over your cables, springs, drums, and hardware to see exactly what failed and why. - Safety Setup
We secure the door and relieve tension safely before removing any parts. - Cable Replacement
We remove damaged cables and install new ones matched to your door. - Balance & Adjustment
We adjust tension and check that the door opens and closes smoothly and evenly. - Final Testing
We run the door several times and make final tweaks so you’re left with a door that works the way it should.
Most broken cable repairs are completed in a single visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I still use my door with a broken cable?
No. Using the door with a broken or loose cable is unsafe and can cause the door to twist, jam, or fall.
Do both cables need to be replaced?
Often, yes. If one cable has failed, the other is usually worn as well. Replacing both helps keep the door balanced and reduces future problems.
How long will the new cables last?
With normal use and basic maintenance, quality cables can last many years before needing replacement again.
Schedule Your Broken Cable Repair
If your garage door cable is broken, hanging loose, or your door is suddenly crooked or stuck, don’t force it—let us handle it.
Call Quality Garage Door Repairs today to schedule broken cable repair, and we’ll get your door working safely and smoothly again.