If your garage door looks uneven or makes strange noises, a worn or broken cable may be to blame. While this can be inconvenient, a damaged cable can also put your safety at risk, especially if you try to fix it yourself. It’s best to leave the repairs to trained professionals with the right tools and expertise.
At Whitby Garage Doors, we provide fast, reliable and affordable cable repair and replacement services for homes and businesses across Ajax, Bowmanville, Cobourg, Oshawa, Port Perry and the surrounding areas. For more than a decade, we’ve been the most trusted, knowledgeable garage door experts throughout the Whitby, Ontario area. We offer personalized solutions and quality products for long-lasting garage door safety, dependability and performance.
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Why Do Garage Door Cables Break?
Garage door cables are attached to the bottom corners of your garage door, traveling over a system of pulleys every time the garage door opens or closes. They can break due to:
- Moisture: Over time, use and irregular maintenance can cause the lifting cables to deteriorate from moisture often found at the base of the door.
- Misalignment: Cables can also become damaged if the door is out of alignment and the cable is rubbing against other pieces of hardware.
- Fraying: Cables could be damaged if a pulley has a worn or defective bearing, causing the cables to fray with use.
How to Recognize a Broken Cable
If your garage door doesn’t close on one side, the cable may be about to break. Check for unusual noises and strange movements, like shaking or jerking, while opening. When the garage door cable snaps, one side of the door will lift while the other stays closed.
If you suspect an issue with your garage door cable, don’t try to operate the door, as it could cause injury. Overhead garage doors are delicately balanced by torsion springs and cables that manage the door’s weight. Trying to open the door could lead to severe damage or personal injury.
Call a professional immediately if you notice:
- The garage door isn’t performing normally.
- It makes unusual noises when operating.
- The door doesn’t open.
- There’s a broken cable dangling from the side.
Our Garage Door Cable Replacement and Repair Services
When a garage door cable breaks, contact your local, trained garage door cable repair professionals at Whitby Garage Doors. Our technicians will inspect your door and determine the most suitable garage cable repairs. We typically replace the entire cable system, even if just one side has malfunctioned, to ensure even usage and wear of the parts.
When you call us, we will:
- Perform your cable replacement safely.
- Ensure proper lubrication.
- Tune and test the system to ensure smooth function.
Garage Door Cable Repair FAQs
Here are some quick answers to common questions about garage door cable repair:
What Are The Signs That My Garage Door Cable Needs Repair Or Replacement?
Signs your garage door cable needs repair or replacement include strange noises or movements while opening, or if the door won’t close on one side. It may get stuck, shake or jerk while attempting to open, meaning that the cable is about to break. Or, you might notice the cable fraying, rust or looseness. If you notice these signs, do not operate the garage door, as this could cause more damage.
Is It Safe To Operate My Garage Door With A Broken Cable?
It’s not safe to operate a garage door with a broken cable. Torsion springs and cables delicately balance the garage door’s weight, so trying to open it while broken could cause it to fall without warning, leading to injury. If the springs suddenly break, the torsion pressure can also cause injury.
How Can I Prevent My Garage Door Cable From Breaking?
You can keep your garage door from breaking by scheduling regular garage door services and repairs. Professionals can make sure your garage door is performing as intended, check for fraying or rust and keep the parts lubricated and the door balanced to avoid strain. They can also check for wear that could cause the cable to break and replace it before it leads to larger, costlier damage later.
How Long Do Garage Door Cables Typically Last?
Garage door cables can last for several years under normal conditions. However, they might need more frequent replacements if you don’t maintenance them regularly or if they’re exposed to harsh weather conditions. For instance, without maintenance, the lifting cables can start deteriorating due to moisture at the base of the door. That’s why scheduling routine services and repairs is so important for ensuring long-lasting cables.
Schedule Reliable Garage Cable Repairs With Whitby Garage Doors
Damaged and broken garage door cables can be inconvenient, and repairs can be time-consuming, but the professionals at Whitby Garage Doors provide reliable, fast repairs. Trust our dependable technicians to fit new garage door cables safely and efficiently using top-quality parts. Complete an online form to request service or c
