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Garage Door Spring Repair cost in California

A broken garage door spring is a small, fast repair, but the pricing surprises people: the per-spring price already includes the labor and the trip charge, and installers almost always recommend replacing both springs at once even when only one broke. Torsion springs (above the door) cost a bit more than extension springs (along the tracks).

The direct answer · California

Replacing garage door springs in California costs about $220 for a pair on a single door, and typically runs $160–$330 depending on spring type and door size.

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TexasTX	$140	$190	$280	measured
FloridaFL	$140	$190	$280	measured
PennsylvaniaPA	$150	$200	$310	measured
CaliforniaCA	$160	$220	$330	measured
New YorkNY	$160	$220	$330	measured
IllinoisIL	$170	$220	$340	measured

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Torsion spring x2 (single door, parts + labor)mixed$160–$330$220

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Price is per spring — and includes labor

Each spring is quoted at a price that already bundles the part, the labor, and the trip charge. There is no separate service-call line; adding one double-counts labor. That is why a one-spring and a two-spring job differ by roughly one spring, not by a big service fee.

Replace both, even if one broke

Springs wear together, so when one breaks the other is close behind. Installers recommend replacing the pair to avoid a second trip charge in a few months. The calculator defaults to two springs for that reason.

Torsion vs extension, single vs double

Torsion springs mount on a shaft above the door and cost a little more than extension springs that run along the tracks. A double door uses heavier, longer springs, so its repair costs slightly more than a single.

Common questions

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How much does garage door spring replacement cost in California?

Replacing a pair of torsion springs on a single door costs about $220 ($160–$330) in California. A double door's heavier springs run about $250.

Can you replace just one garage door spring, or both?

You can replace one spring for about $110, but replacing both is about $220 and is the standard recommendation — the second spring is usually near the end of its life too.

What is the difference between torsion and extension spring cost?

A torsion pair on a single door is about $220, while extension springs are a bit less at about $160. Torsion springs cost more but are more durable and controlled.

Is there a separate service-call fee for spring repair?

No — the per-spring price already includes labor and the trip charge. Be wary of a quote that adds a large separate service fee on top of per-spring pricing.

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How we estimate these costs: every number on this page is generated by our open cost model from published contractor pricing, then adjusted for state labor rates. Read the full methodology and data sources. Last reviewed 2026-08-15.