Garage Door Cable Repair in Hampton Roads, VA
When a garage door cable snaps or jumps off its drum, the door typically sags on one side, makes a loud pop, or won't open at all. It's usually a $145–$220 fix — and done correctly, it shouldn't happen again. Done incorrectly, you'll be calling someone out again in a month.
Signs you need cable repair
- Loud pop, then door is crooked on one side
- Cable is visible hanging loose next to the door
- Door leans heavily or won't open evenly
- Cable has frayed wires or visible rust
- Door came off the track along with a cable failure
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What goes into a proper cable repair
1. Inspect the root cause
A cable almost never fails in isolation. We check the drum (worn groove?), spring tension, and whether the door was out of balance — otherwise the new cable will fail too.
2. Replace both cables as a pair
They've lived the same life; replacing just one is a false economy.
3. Upgrade to galvanized or stainless
Standard cables are galvanized steel. For coastal homes (Sandbridge, Oceanfront) we recommend stainless, which resists salt-air corrosion.
4. Re-tension and re-seat on the drums
Correct drum seating is critical. Off-seated cable = fails again within a year.
5. Full balance test
Door should hold position at any height without drift.
Why homeowners pick us for cable repair
- Manufacturer-spec parts on the truck. No second trip, no "we have to order that".
- Written quote before work begins. You'll know the exact price, itemized.
- 5-year workmanship warranty — not 90 days like most competitors.
- Honest trade-offs. If a repair doesn't make financial sense vs. replacement, we'll tell you.
- Clean work area. Drop cloths, shoe covers available, full cleanup before we leave.
The Seaside “Door Runs Right or It’s Free” Guarantee
If your door isn’t running safely and smoothly when we leave, we’ll come back at no charge until it does. 5-year workmanship warranty on every repair, full manufacturer warranty on parts. We’re only happy when you are.
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Cable Repair FAQ
Can I reuse my old cable if it only came off the drum?
Only if it shows no visible damage — we'll inspect it. Any fraying or kinks and it has to be replaced.
Why did my cable fail?
Most common causes: (1) broken spring put the full door weight on the cables and they snapped, (2) cable rusted through over years, or (3) door came off-track and derailed the cable.
Is cable repair dangerous?
Yes — cables work under hundreds of pounds of spring tension. A cable snapping under load is how people lose fingers. Please call a pro.
How long should a cable last?
15–20 years for galvanized in a dry garage. 7–12 years in coastal/humid conditions. Stainless steel cables can last 25+ years.
Do you warranty the new cable?
Yes — 5 years on our installation, plus the manufacturer warranty on the cable itself.
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