Garage Door Cable Replacement in Northern VA
A broken garage door spring can stop everything in an instant. Whether the door won’t lift, feels unusually heavy, or makes a loud snapping sound, Door Doctor provides fast, safe, and reliable spring replacement you can trust.
When Your Garage Door Cable Fails, You Need Real Answers Fast
Cable failure often happens without warning because the steel strands fatigue slowly over time. Humidity, age, improper tension, and worn hardware can all speed up the process. That’s why cable issues should never be ignored. A broken cable can damage the track, strain the opener, or cause the door to come off balance.
At Door Doctor, we replace garage door cables safely and correctly. We inspect your springs, pulleys, drums, and rollers to ensure everything is operating together as it should. If the cable snapped because another component failed, we identify the source and address it on the spot.
Call (703) 709-7933 for safe, same day cable replacement.
Common Garage Door Cable Issues We Fix in Northern Virginia
Garage door cables hold a tremendous amount of tension, and even a small problem can affect the entire system. These are the most frequent cable issues we repair:
Our Garage Door Services Across Northern Virgina
Door Doctor is a full-service garage door company serving homeowners across Northern Virginia. From fast emergency repairs to custom-designed new doors, we handle every part of your system—springs, tracks, openers, insulation, and more—with the same level of care and precision.
Types of Garage Door Cables We Replace
We work with all major cable types and ensure each replacement matches your door’s weight, size, and system requirements.
Lift Cables
These cables wind around drums and do the heavy lifting. When they fail, the door becomes unsafe. We install high strength lift cables built to handle daily use.
Retaining Cables
Extension spring systems use retaining cables as an added safety measure. If these cables fail or rust, we replace them with durable alternatives.
High Cycle Cables
For homes with frequent garage use, high cycle cables offer longer lifespan and better performance under repeated tension.
Cable and Drum Adjustments
If cables slip or unwind unevenly, we reset the drum position and tension to restore smooth operation.
Why Proper Cable Replacement Makes All the Difference
Garage door cables may look simple, but they carry extreme tension and directly impact the safety of the entire system. Installing the wrong cable size or tensioning it incorrectly can cause dangerous imbalance, excessive strain on the opener, or further hardware damage.
When properly replaced, balanced, and aligned, new cables allow your door to move smoothly and evenly. You’ll notice quieter operation, reduced stress on other components, and improved overall reliability. We make sure the new cables match your door specifications, the drums are aligned, and the springs are properly supporting the lift.
A correctly replaced cable protects your door from future breakdowns and keeps your home safe.
Areas We Serve
Why Door Doctor Is the Right Choice for Your Cable Replacement
Garage door cable replacement requires the right tools, safety training, and precise adjustments. Homeowners trust Door Doctor because we prioritize safety, accuracy, and clear communication every step of the way.
Door Doctor delivers:
One homeowner shared, “They fixed the cable, adjusted everything, and the door worked perfectly again.”
Ready for Reliable Garage Door Cable Replacement?
A broken cable can make your garage door unpredictable and unsafe. If your door is tilted, stuck, or refusing to lift, our team can help right away. We replace cables the correct way and restore smooth, balanced, reliable operation.
Call (703) 709-7933 today to schedule service or request same day availability.
