Garage door cable repair
Lift cables work with springs and drums to raise your door evenly. When one cable frays or snaps, the door can drop on one side and damage tracks or panels.
Cable replacement is high-tension work. Our technicians clamp and secure the door before swapping cables so your family stays safe.
Cable repairs typically $180–$285 when both cables and drums are serviced together.
Signs you may need garage door cable repair
- Door lifts unevenly or looks crooked
- Frayed strands visible on a cable
- Cable came off the drum
- Slack cable hanging on one side
- Opener strains on one side only
Our process
- Secure the door in a safe position
- Inspect drums, bottom brackets, and springs
- Replace cables in matched pairs
- Re-tension and balance the full system
What we handle
- Snapped or frayed lift cables
- Drum re-winding
- Bottom bracket inspection
- Balance check after repair
Serving Ottawa & surrounding communities
Mobile service for garage door cable repair in Ottawa, Kanata, Barrhaven, Orleans, Nepean, Stittsville, Gloucester, Manotick, Rockland, and more. Not sure if we cover your neighbourhood? Call us — we are happy to confirm.
For urgent problems, calling or texting (613) 900-6005 is faster than email. For quotes and scheduling questions, use our contact form.
Common questions about garage door cable repair
Is it safe to use the door with a frayed cable?
No — schedule repair. A failing cable can snap under load.
Why replace both cables?
Matched cables wear evenly and keep the door balanced.
Did the cable cause my spring to break?
Sometimes imbalance stresses other parts — we inspect the full system.
Book garage door cable repair in Ottawa
Call or text for the fastest response — or send a message for non-urgent quotes.
(613) 900-6005