While most people measure their garage door spring lifespan by years the more accurate way to do it is by the number of cycles they can preform before they break. While basic manufacturer springs typically last 5,000 cycles, oil tempered springs perform better and can last up to 10,000 cycles. However, Friendly Garage Door spring manufacturer has developed their Super Life springs which are rated for 80,000 cycles 16 times longer than standard manufacturer grade springs.
Calculating Lifespan
Garage door spring lifespan really depends on its cycle rating when a cycle is equal to opening and closing your garage door. Most springs are rated for 10,000 cycles which typically lasts between 7 to 10 years with an average use. If you open your garage door more than 4 times a day probably the spring will break down sooner. Proper maintenance like lubricating the springs once a month and maintaining the right tension can extend their life.
Warranties and Service
Most garage door springs come with 2 years warranties every few years needs to have someone replace the springs. With Super Life springs from Friendly Garage Door Service they come with a 3 years warranty and the technicians replace both springs, saving hundreds of dollars in labor costs throughout the super life springs.
Choosing The Right Springs
When selecting the right spring for a garage door it is important to consider its IPPT (inch-pounds-per-turn) wire size, wire length and whether it is left or right hand wound. Since most garage doors weigh more than 100 pounds it is best to have a professional complete calculations about the weight of your specific door in order to determine the correct size spring needed, sometimes one may be enough while other times two may be required.
