Garage door cables work directly with the garage door's spring and lifting system. When cables wear out or snap, extreme weight transfers unevenly across the frame, preventing smooth movement and endangering property.
Common Cable Problems
High Tension Hazard
Look out for these common symptoms requiring professional inspection:
Garage door cables and springs can be under significant tension. Do not attempt to repair or replace damaged cables yourself.
• Broken cable or snapped strands • Loose cable hanging slack • Frayed cable wires starting to unwind • Cable has come off the drum • Door is crooked or lopsided on tracks • Door won't open or close properly
Five Steps to Safe Operation
1. Contact Us
2. Inspect the Cable System
3. Identify the Cause
4. Repair or Replace Component
Call Reach Far Garage Door Repair in Arlington to describe your cable issues and schedule fast local service.
Our technician evaluates the steel cables, drums, torsion springs, and track balance to assess overall wear.
We determine whether pulley failure, spring imbalance, rust, or track friction caused the cable failure.
We safely unwind spring tension and replace damaged cables with high-strength aircraft-grade steel cables.
Call Reach Far Garage Door Repair today for fast, professional cable replacement and system balancing in Arlington, VA.