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Hempstead NY 11550 · Same-Day Spring Replacement

Garage Door Spring Repair
in Hempstead, NY

Heard a loud bang and now your garage door won't lift? That's almost certainly a broken torsion spring — the most common garage door emergency in Hempstead. One Stop carries the common torsion and extension spring sizes and offers same-day replacement, when a technician is available, throughout Hempstead 11550, West Hempstead, Garden City, Uniondale, and all of Nassau County. 5-year warranty on every spring replacement. Do not force the opener — call us first.

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⚠️ SAFETY: Do not operate your garage door with a broken spring. Do not attempt to wind or unwind springs yourself. Call (516) 493-4682 or 1-800-336-9270.

Torsion Springs

Standard in Most
Hempstead Homes

Torsion springs mount horizontally on a steel shaft above the garage door. They work by twisting to store energy and release it to neutralize the door's weight. When a torsion spring breaks it stays on the shaft rather than flying free — one reason they are safer than extension springs. The signature symptom: a very loud bang followed immediately by a door the opener cannot lift.

Most newer garage doors use torsion spring systems. One Stop recommends replacing both springs together — they wear together, and the second one usually fails soon after the first.

💡 High-Cycle Upgrade: Standard springs are typically rated around 10,000 cycles. High-cycle springs are rated for more cycles and last longer, for a modest additional cost. Strongly recommended for any Hempstead attached garage used multiple times daily.

Common Torsion Spring Sizes — Hempstead Homes
WireIDDoor WeightApplication
0.225"1.75"90–115 lbsSingle car, light insulated
0.250"2.0"135–160 lbsDouble car — most common
0.262"2.0"155–195 lbsDouble car, insulated
0.273"2.0"185–230 lbsHeavy carriage-style doors
Extension Springs

Common in Older
Hempstead Homes

Extension springs run horizontally along the tracks parallel to the ceiling. Common on older garage doors. Safety cables keep a broken extension spring from flying across the garage if it snaps. One Stop installs safety cables with every extension spring replacement.

Extension Spring Color Code
ColorDoor Weight
Tan100 lbs
Green120 lbs
Blue140 lbs
Red150 lbs
Orange170 lbs
Spring Starting Prices — Hempstead
Torsion Spring ReplacementFrom $275 (one) · $475 (pair)
Depends on door size and spring type
High-Cycle Torsion SpringsFrom $525 (pair)
Extension Spring ReplacementFrom $325 (pair)
Depends on door size and spring type
Service Call$39 — free with any repair
Spring Broke in Hempstead?

Same-day replacement when a technician is available · 5-year warranty on springs · Sunday–Friday, closed Shabbat & Jewish holidays.

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FAQ — Springs

Spring Questions
Hempstead Homeowners Ask

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Who can fix my broken spring today in Hempstead NY?
One Stop Garage Door offers same-day spring repair in Hempstead 11550 and Nassau County when a technician is available. Call (516) 493-4682 or 1-800-336-9270. We work Sunday through Friday and are closed on Shabbat and Jewish holidays.
How much does spring repair cost in Hempstead?
One torsion spring starts from $275, a torsion pair from $475, and a pair of extension springs from $325, depending on door size and weight. The $39 service call is free when we do the repair, and you approve a written price before we start.
Can I replace a garage door spring myself?
No — never. Torsion springs store enough energy to cause serious injury if mishandled. Extension springs can become dangerous projectiles. All spring work must be performed by a trained professional with proper winding bars. Call One Stop: (516) 493-4682.
Should I replace both springs if only one broke?
Yes — always. Springs wear together. If one broke, the other has the same wear and usually fails soon after. One Stop recommends replacing both together — the price for a pair starts from $475.
What is a high-cycle spring and is it worth it?
High-cycle springs are rated for more cycles than standard springs (typically around 10,000). For an attached Hempstead garage used several times a day, they last longer and the upgrade usually pays off. One Stop recommends it for any high-use attached garage in Nassau County.
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