Garage Door Stuck Due to Broken Cable – Fast Repairs Across Essex, Kent, Greater London & Hertfordshire

A garage door stuck due to a broken cable is a common but serious issue that prevents safe access to your garage and can leave your property unsecured. This fault frequently affects homes across Essex, Kent, Greater London and Hertfordshire, often occurring suddenly after years of normal use.

Garage door cables are responsible for lifting and lowering the door evenly. When a cable breaks, the door can jam, tilt, or refuse to move entirely.

Why a Broken Cable Causes the Door to Get Stuck

When a garage door cable snaps or frays, the lifting system immediately loses balance. This can result in:

• The door jamming halfway open or closed

• The door becoming too heavy to lift

• The opener safety system stopping movement

• The door dropping back down after attempting to open

In many cases, the problem is mistaken for a motor failure when the real cause is a broken cable.

Common Signs the Door Is Stuck Due to a Broken Cable

If your garage door is stuck, look for these indicators:

• One side of the door sits lower than the other

• A loose or hanging cable visible near the track

• Loud bang heard before the door stopped working

• Door moves slightly then jams

• Grinding or scraping noises

These symptoms strongly suggest a cable-related fault.

Why You Should Stop Using the Door Immediately

Trying to force a garage door that’s stuck due to a broken cable can cause:

• Further cable or spring damage

• Bent tracks or rollers

• Motor or opener failure

• Sudden door collapse

For safety reasons, the door should remain unused until professionally repaired.

Professional Garage Door Cable Replacement Service

We provide same-day garage door cable replacement across:

• Essex

• Kent

• Greater London

• Hertfordshire

Our engineers replace both cables where required, rebalance the door, and fully safety-check the system to ensure smooth, reliable operation.

Why Professional Repair Is Essential

Garage door cables operate under extreme tension. Professional replacement ensures:

• Correct tension and alignment

• Even weight distribution

• Reduced strain on springs and motor

• Safe, long-term performance

DIY attempts can be extremely dangerous and are strongly discouraged.

Areas We Cover

We regularly attend garage doors stuck due to broken cables in Basildon, Chelmsford, Southend, Colchester, Dartford, Maidstone, Bromley, Croydon, Romford, Enfield, Watford, St Albans, and surrounding areas.

Book a Garage Door Repair Today

If your garage door is stuck due to a broken cable, fast action prevents further damage and restores safe access to your home.

📞 Call now for professional garage door cable replacement across Essex, Kent, Greater London & Hertfordshire.