How do you open a liftmaster garage door with a broken spring?

How do you open a liftmaster garage door with a broken spring?

Opening A Garage Door With A Broken Extension Spring

1. 1 – Grab a Partner.
2. 2 – Use Extreme Caution.
3. 3 – Do Not Use the Opener.
4. 4 – Disengage the Door from the Opener.
5. 5 – Place Two Crowbars Under the Garage Door.
6. 6 – Lift the Door.
7. 7 – Clamp the Door.
8. 8 – Use Ladders To Hold the Door Up.

Can you lift a garage door with a broken spring?

As professionals in the industry, we advise you do not attempt to open your garage door if the spring is broken. Extension springs on either side of the door, along the rails, help counterbalance the weight of the door as it is raised or lowered. Torsion springs across the top of the door help do the heavy lifting.

Is replacing a garage door spring Dangerous?

Yes. Garage door springs can be dangerous. The danger lies in what happens if and when the springs suddenly fail. Since the spring is under constant tension, a sudden failure can cause the spring to break apart violently.

Can I replace my own garage door spring?

While it is possible for you to replace either type of garage door spring by yourself, unless you’re a very experienced DIYer, torsion spring replacements are best left to the pros.

Do I need to replace both garage door springs?

When replacing tension springs, it is recommended that both springs be replaced and matched because the older, unbroken spring will have lost some of its tension from years of use. Replacing both springs helps to balance the door so that it opens smoothly with equal force being applied to each side of the door.

Should I replace both garage door springs if one breaks?

Yes. You may be tempted to save money on parts and labor by replacing just one spring, but you’ll likely need to replace both when one spring breaks. Garage doors have two springs, one on either side of the door.