The Trouble with Torsion

Torsion springs do the heavy lifting so you don’t break a sweat—or worse—your back. When they snap, it’s like having Superman on vacation; suddenly everything's too much effort. These mighty coils store energy by twisting and turning (like doing yoga) but when they fail, they need professional attention faster than you can say “downward dog”. Think about it: trying DIY spring repair is like diffusing a bomb without any training—you just wouldn’t risk it.A study of residential torsion springs suggests their lifespan depends on cycles—with one cycle being the equivalent of opening and closing your garage once—which typically ranges from 5,000 to 20,000 cycles depending on quality. If we’re honest though, most people forget these numbers until their car is trapped behind a stubborn door.