Garage door cable repair in Houston.

What lift cables do.

Lift cables connect the bottom of the door to the spring system. On a torsion spring door, the cables wind onto drums at each end of the shaft above the door. On an extension spring door, they run over pulleys connected to the springs. When a cable fails, the door loses support on that side.

Signs of a cable problem.

• A cable that looks frayed, kinked, rusty or slack.
• A cable that has come off its drum or pulley.
• One side of the door sits higher than the other.
• The door stops partway, jerks, or twists as it moves.
• A loose cable hanging beside the door after a loud noise.

Why cables fail.

Cables wear with use and can fray or rust over time. A cable can also come off its drum if the door meets an obstruction, binds in its track, or is out of balance. Because cables work with the springs, drums and bottom brackets, a cable problem is often a sign to check the rest of the system.

What a cable repair assessment involves.

• Securing the door before any work begins.
• Checking both cables, the drums or pulleys, and the bottom brackets.
• Checking the springs, because cable and spring problems often appear together.
• Checking track alignment and the door’s balance once the cables are replaced.

We explain what we find and agree the work with you before starting. If other parts are worn, we tell you what needs attention now and what can wait.

Before you contact us.

You do not need to know which part has failed. These details help us understand the problem:

• Which side of the door is affected, and whether the door is crooked.
• Whether a cable is loose, frayed or off its drum, if you can see it from a safe distance.
• Whether the door is stuck open or closed, and whether a vehicle is trapped inside.
• Your ZIP code and the best number to reach you.

For more background, read what to check when a door will not open and what to prepare before requesting service.

We work with homeowners in Houston and nearby communities. See the areas we serve or send a request with your ZIP code.

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