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Garage Door Repair & Installation in Fairfax Station, VA

Fairfax Station is known for spacious homes on wooded lots in communities such as Crosspointe, South Run and the neighborhoods near Burke Lake Park and the Fairfax Station Railroad Museum. Big houses often come with big doors: 16- and 18-foot double doors, three-car side-load garages and heavy wood-look designs. Garage Door Expert services and replaces these doors throughout the area. Our office on Javier Road in Fairfax is close by.

Spring Replacement for Heavy Garage Doors

A wide or heavy garage door is usually lifted by a pair of torsion springs sized for its exact weight. When one spring breaks, the other has had the same number of cycles and is usually close behind. That's why we generally recommend replacing both springs at once. It saves a second service call and keeps the door balanced.

We weigh and measure the door before choosing replacement springs. Using the wrong size is a common mistake that leaves a door heavy, puts strain on the opener and shortens the life of the new springs.

Moisture, Shade and Worn Seals

Heavily wooded lots keep garages shaded and damp. Over time we see:

  • Bottom seals that have hardened or torn and no longer keep out water
  • Rust on hinges, rollers and the bottom brackets
  • Mildew or peeling finish on wood doors
  • Leaves and debris building up along the tracks

A maintenance visit with new seals, lubrication and a hardware check helps prevent bigger repairs.

Thinking about a new look? We install new garage doors in carriage-house, traditional and modern styles. Call (703) 383-4322 for a free estimate. We also serve Clifton, Burke and Lorton.

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Fairfax Station Garage Door FAQs

Should I replace both garage door springs if only one breaks?

Usually, yes. On two-spring doors, both springs have been through the same number of cycles, so the second one is typically close to failing. Replacing both keeps the door balanced and avoids a second service call.

Why is my heavy wood-look garage door hard on the opener?

If the springs aren't correctly sized for the door's weight, the opener has to do the lifting. We weigh and measure heavy doors so the springs carry the load and the opener only guides the door.

How often should I replace my garage door's bottom seal?

Check it every year. On shaded, damp lots in Fairfax Station, seals often harden or tear within a few years and should be replaced once they no longer keep out water and debris.

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