Your Local Garage Door Cable Repair Experts
When your garage door cable needs attention, you need a speedy number to call. Vitas Garage Door has been keeping GTA homes secure and moving smoothly for 5+ years. Our licensed technicians get to your door within three hours, fix it right the first time, and leave you with a door that works the way it should.
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What are signs of a failing garage door cable?
Grinding sounds, uneven movement, and a door that won’t stay put are all signs your cable needs attention, and sooner is always better than later. Give us a call when you notice:
- Visible fraying or broken strands on the cable
- Door hangs unevenly on one side
- Door falls too fast or slams shut
- Slack or loose cable sitting off the drum
- Door feels unusually heavy to lift manually
- Grinding or snapping sounds during operation
- Door stops or reverses mid-travel
- Cable appears twisted, kinked, or worn
Warning: Garage door cables carry the full weight of your door (often over 100 lbs) and work in tandem with springs under serious tension. Trying to repair or replace them yourself can lead to serious injury. For safety, it’s best to leave cable repairs and replacements to trained and insured professionals.
Need help diagnosing your garage door cables? Give us a call and let one of our technicians walk you through what's happening and what it'll take to fix it.
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FAQs
Is it safe to operate a garage door with a broken cable?
No, and we’d strongly recommend against it. Your cables carry the full weight of the door, so operating it with a broken or frayed cable puts serious strain on the opener, the springs, and the door itself.
In the worst case, the door can fall or jam mid-travel. If you suspect a cable issue, leave the door where it is and give us a call.
When should garage door cables be replaced?
Your garage door cables need immediate replacement if they’re frayed, rusted, or broken. In many cases, garage door cables may also need replacement when springs snap since they wear at the same time. If you suspect issue in one, we typically inspect both as a standard practice.
How do I know what size cable I need for my garage door?
The right cable size depends on your garage door’s height, weight, drum size, and spring system. As a general rule, standard cables run about 1.5 feet longer than the door height, but high-lift and vertical lift doors require longer, specialized cables that vary by setup.
When in doubt, give us a call and we’ll point you in the right measurements.
What is the average cost to replace a cable on a garage door?
On average, garage door cable replacement costs between $100 to $400 for parts and labour. Our technicians estimate the exact cost on arrival, so you know what you’re paying before we touch anything.
Do both cables need to be replaced at the same time?
In most cases, yes. Cables are installed together and wear at the same rate so if one’s damaged, the other probably is too. It’s usually better for your time, money, and peace of mind to get both replaced in one visit instead of worrying for another service call down the line.