How do I know what spring to get for my garage door?

So, how do you tell if a garage door spring is a left or a right spring on your garage door: check where the end of the spring is pointing and identify the wind direction. If its endpoints in a clockwise direction, then it is a left-wound spring and vice versa.

What size of torsion spring do I need?

Measure the circumference of the cable drum, and measure the height of the garage door in inches. Divide the height of the garage door by the cable drum circumference, then add one. This is the number of turns that are on your spring. For example, a 14′ high door is 168″ high.

What is the standard garage door spring size?

It is common that most residential garage doors are either seven or eight feet tall. Seven-foot doors usually use a 25-inch spring, and eight-foot doors use a 27-inch spring. However, because you don’t want to end up with the wrong spring because you are guessing, it is vital you measure the above components.

Can a garage door work without springs?

A garage door cannot function without springs for the most apparent reason that these help counter the gravitational force on the door. These are very important for you and the door’s overall safety. Garage door springs are supposed to make the door light enough for the garage door opener and you to lift it easily.

What do the different colors on garage door springs mean?

The color code on a torsion spring indicates whether it is a “right wind” or “left wind” spring, with black indicating right wind and red indicating left wind. Beyond that the torsion spring is color coded so that technicians can determine the thickness, or gauge, of the wire.

Does Lowe’s sell garage door parts?

If your garage door isn’t working properly, it may just need new parts or hardware. Lowe’s carries all the garage door parts and garage door hardware you need to maintain efficient operation and replace key components when necessary.

How do garage door torsion springs work?

For example, you’ll find a variety of garage door torsion springs designed to work with specific garage doors. These springs work by holding the weight of your garage door, which can be in excess of 150 pounds in some cases, and coiling or uncoiling to close and open the door.

What parts and hardware do we offer for your garage door?

We also offer numerous parts and hardware to help you to keep your garage door functioning smoothly. For example, you’ll find a variety of garage door torsion springs designed to work with specific garage doors.

Are garage door installation kits Universal?

We also offer universal fit garage door installation kits for both old and new doors that have all of the garage door parts and garage door replacement parts required to install and maintain your door. Protect your garage door and garage contents during severe weather with garage door storm braces.