Short answer
National cost guides put a typical garage door spring replacement at roughly $150 to $350 (HomeAdvisor, 2025 data updated June 2026) or $300 to $540 (This Old House, 2026). The price depends mainly on torsion versus extension springs, whether both springs are replaced, the springs' cycle rating, the door's size and weight, and any after-hours fee. A phone quote far below these ranges, followed by a much bigger bill at the door, is a well-known scam pattern.
Published price ranges
We couldn't find a reputable source for Collin County spring replacement prices, so these are national figures. Use them to judge whether a quote is in a normal range, not as a promise of what you'll pay.
- HomeAdvisor, [garage door spring cost guide](https://www.homeadvisor.com/cost/garages/garage-door-spring-repair/) (2025 data, updated June 2026): average $250, normal range $150 to $350 for a single door with two springs. It lists torsion springs at $75 to $150 per spring and extension springs at $50 to $100 per spring, parts and labor included.
- HomeAdvisor, [garage door repair cost guide](https://www.homeadvisor.com/cost/garages/repair-a-garage-door/) (2026, updated June 2026): spring replacement at $180 to $350 depending on spring type.
- This Old House, [spring replacement cost guide](https://www.thisoldhouse.com/garages/garage-door-spring-cost) (2026, updated March 2026): $300 to $540, with extension springs starting around $300 and torsion springs often closer to $500 or more. This Old House says its figures come from the Homewyse cost database and generally refer to a complete set of springs.
The two sources don't agree, and that's normal. They use different data and different assumptions about what's included. The factors below explain most of the spread.
What moves the price
Torsion or extension springs
Torsion springs sit on a shaft above the door and twist to store energy. Extension springs run alongside the horizontal tracks and stretch. Both HomeAdvisor and This Old House say torsion springs cost more to replace but generally last longer. HomeAdvisor lists replacing extension springs with a torsion system as a separate job at $400 to $800, which some owners choose for durability and safety.
One spring or both
Many doors have two springs. When one breaks, the other has done the same number of cycles and is often close behind. HomeAdvisor says to replace both at the same time for balanced tension, and This Old House says professionals typically recommend replacing both. Replacing both costs more on the day but saves a second service call later. If your door has only one torsion spring, you'll only be quoted for one.
Cycle rating and high-cycle springs
Springs are rated by how many open-and-close cycles they're designed to last. DDM Garage Doors, a parts retailer, explains in its guide to high-cycle springs that standard residential torsion springs are commonly designed around roughly 10,000 cycles, and that at 10 cycles a day that's about 2.7 years of use. Higher-cycle springs use heavier wire and are usually longer, cost more up front, and last longer. They have to be sized to the door, not chosen by cycle rating alone. If your household uses the garage as its main entrance, ask for a quote on both standard and high-cycle springs.
Cycle life also depends on how the spring is handled and installed. The industry's technical sheet on factors affecting spring cycle life, DASMA TDS 190, lists fitting the wrong spring to a door, applying the wrong number of turns, and lack of maintenance among the things that shorten it.
Door size and weight
The spring has to match the weight of the door. Heavier doors need larger springs, and sometimes more of them. This Old House notes that insulated doors weigh more than basic steel doors and that wide two-car doors can weigh 300 to 450 pounds. Wood and heavily decorated doors can need custom spring sizing. DASMA's sheet on adding weight to a garage door, TDS 176, explains that weight added after installation, such as trim or hanging items, can unbalance the door and lead to damaged or broken springs.
Oil-tempered or galvanized wire
Spring manufacturer Service Spring Corp. explains in its wire types guide that oil-tempered wire is the most common for garage door springs, while galvanized springs have a zinc coating and are a better choice in corrosive environments. Coated or galvanized springs may be quoted at a different price than standard oil-tempered ones. Ask which you're getting and why.
Special systems: TorqueMaster and EZ-Set
Some doors use a proprietary spring system, and the springs aren't interchangeable with standard ones:
- Wayne Dalton TorqueMaster: according to DDM Garage Doors' TorqueMaster spring page, the springs sit inside a steel tube above the door, and replacements come as assemblies with their own rods, cones and liners.
- EZ-Set (Clopay, Ideal and Holmes): DDM's EZ-Set spring page explains that these systems use a drill-driven winder and need specially gapped springs; standard springs can damage the winder.
Proprietary parts can cost more and may need to be ordered, which can add a second visit.
Other parts found on the visit
A broken spring puts sudden stress on the rest of the system. Cables, drums, rollers and bearings are often inspected at the same time. HomeAdvisor lists cable replacement at $75 to $200 and notes some companies discount it when done with springs. This Old House suggests doing recommended related work in the same visit to save a separate service call. That's reasonable, as long as you can see why each part needs replacing.
Service call, after-hours and weekend fees
Many companies charge a trip or diagnostic fee, and HomeAdvisor and This Old House both say to expect extra fees for late-night, weekend, holiday or same-day service. Ask whether the service call fee is waived if you go ahead with the repair.
Parts, labor and markup
A quote is parts plus labor plus the company's overhead and margin. HomeAdvisor lists labor for a residential spring repair at $75 to $150 for a job that takes one to two hours. Ask for the quote to be itemized so you can see what you're paying for springs, other parts and labor separately.
How the bait-and-switch spring scam works
Garage door repair has a well-documented problem with companies that quote low and bill high:
- A very low phone or online price. An ad or a call center quotes a low service fee or a cheap spring price. In March 2026 the Wisconsin Better Business Bureau listed advertised low service fees followed by demands for costly "additional repairs" as a warning sign, and said scammers advertise emergency repair and appear at the top of search results, as reported by WSAW.
- A technician arrives and the price grows. You're told the job needs premium springs, new drums, cables, rollers or a full hardware kit. In one case reported by KSHB in Kansas City, a homeowner received a $400 estimate for one spring and ended up paying $1,258 after extra parts were added, and the door still didn't work.
- Pressure to decide now. With the car trapped and the door disassembled, it's hard to say no.
The BBB's warning signs include generic business names, no verifiable local address, and high-pressure tactics. The full picture, including how lead-generation fronts pose as local companies, is in garage door repair scams.
Why doing it yourself isn't the saving it looks like
Spring parts alone are a small share of the bill, which makes DIY tempting. But the springs store enough energy to lift a door weighing hundreds of pounds, and the industry's position is clear: spring work belongs to a trained technician. Read why not DIY garage door springs before you buy winding bars.
What to ask a technician
- Are these torsion or extension springs, and how many does my door need?
- Are you replacing both springs? If not, why not?
- What cycle rating are the springs you're quoting, and what would high-cycle springs cost?
- Is my door a TorqueMaster, EZ-Set or other special system?
- What other parts do you recommend replacing, and can you show me the wear?
- Is the quote itemized, including the service call and any after-hours fee?
- What warranty covers the springs and the labor?
Learn more about the repair itself on garage door spring repair, or see how the referral process works.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to replace a garage door spring?
National guides put it at roughly $150 to $350 (HomeAdvisor, 2025 data updated June 2026) or $300 to $540 (This Old House, 2026). Torsion springs, heavier doors, high-cycle springs and after-hours service push the price up.
Should I replace both garage door springs if only one broke?
Usually, yes. On a two-spring door, both springs have done the same number of cycles, so the second is often close to failing. HomeAdvisor and This Old House both say replacing both is the typical recommendation, and it avoids a second service call.
Are high-cycle springs worth the extra cost?
They can be if your garage is your main entrance and the door runs many times a day. They cost more up front and last longer. They still have to be sized to your door's weight, so ask for a quote on both standard and high-cycle options.
Why was my spring quote so much higher than the price on the phone?
Sometimes there's a legitimate reason, such as a heavy door, a special spring system or damaged cables. But a very low phone price followed by a much larger bill at the door is also a known scam pattern that the BBB has warned about. Ask for an itemized written quote and to see the damaged parts before agreeing. See garage door repair scams.
Is a broken garage door spring an emergency?
It's urgent if a car is trapped or the door is stuck open, because you can't safely operate the door until the spring is replaced. Otherwise it can usually wait for a normal appointment, which may avoid after-hours fees. Keep the door closed and don't try to lift it.