Garage Door Won’t Open – Cable Snapped? Repairs Across Essex, Kent, Greater London & Hertfordshire

If your garage door won’t open, a snapped garage door cable is one of the most common causes. This issue regularly affects homes across Essex, Kent, Greater London and Hertfordshire, often without warning and usually at the worst possible time.

Garage door cables work alongside the springs to lift the full weight of the door. When a cable snaps, the system instantly becomes unbalanced, causing the door to jam or refuse to move.

How a Snapped Cable Stops Your Garage Door Opening

When a cable fails, several things can happen at once:

• The door becomes too heavy to lift

• The door lifts unevenly and jams

• The opener safety system activates

• The door drops back down after starting to lift

In many cases, the motor will still run, but the door will not move properly.

Signs a Broken Cable Is the Cause

If your garage door won’t open, look for these warning signs:

• Motor runs but the door stays closed

• Door starts to lift then drops suddenly

• One side of the door lifts higher than the other

• A loose or hanging cable visible at the side

• Loud bang heard before the door stopped working

These symptoms strongly indicate a snapped or failing cable.

Why You Shouldn’t Force the Door or Motor

Trying to force a garage door open when a cable has snapped can cause:

• Burnt-out motor

• Stripped internal gears

• Bent tracks or rollers

• Further cable or spring damage

What starts as a cable replacement can quickly become a much larger repair if ignored.

Professional Garage Door Cable Replacement Service

We provide fast, same-day garage door cable replacement across:

• Essex

• Kent

• Greater London

• Hertfordshire

Our engineers replace both cables as a matched pair, rebalance the door, and fully safety-test the system before leaving.

Why Cable Replacement Should Always Be Done Professionally

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

• Correct cable tension

• Balanced door movement

• Reduced strain on springs and motor

• Safe, reliable long-term operation

DIY attempts can be extremely dangerous and are strongly discouraged.

Areas We Cover

We regularly repair garage doors that won’t open 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 won’t open and you suspect a snapped cable, don’t delay. Fast professional repair prevents further damage and restores safe access to your property.

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