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Garage Door Cable Repair and Replacement
Snapped, frayed, or jumped cables repaired same-day. We replace cables in matched pairs and re-tension the entire door.
Both cables replaced, door re-balanced, safety tested.
Common signs you need cables service
- Door is crooked or hangs at an angle
- Visible loose or frayed cable next to the door
- Cable came off the drum and is dangling
- Door slammed shut unexpectedly
- One side of the door drags on the floor
What you get with Garavex
- Replace both lift cables in matched pairs
- Inspect drums and bearing plates for damage from the failure
- Re-tension the springs and re-balance the door
- Test safety reverse and limit switches before we leave
- 1-year warranty on cable replacements
How quoting works: Every service starts with a free diagnostic and a written, itemized quote. You approve in writing before we touch any part of the door.
Frequently Asked Questions
How dangerous is a broken garage door cable?
Very. The cables are what hold the door up safely as the springs unwind. A snapped cable can cause the door to fall, lean violently to one side, or whip across the garage. Do not operate the door. Pull the emergency release if it’s safe to do so and call us.
Why did my cable break?
Almost always rust, wear from running on worn drums, or sudden shock loading from a spring break. If your cable failed at the same time as a spring, both need to be replaced — running new cables on an old spring system will just break the new cables.