How much it costs to replace a garage door cable depends on cable type, door size, labor rates, and whether springs also need replacement, but typical prices are fairly affordable compared to spring replacement. For professional replacement, replacing a pair of garage door cables, which is recommended even if only one is broken because both have the same age and wear, typically costs 150 to 300 dollars total including parts and labor. If only one cable is replaced, cost may be 100 to 200 dollars. The cables themselves are inexpensive, usually 15 to 50 dollars for a pair of standard 7 foot door cables, and 20 to 60 dollars for 8 foot or heavy-duty cables. Labor makes up most of the cost, usually 100 to 200 dollars, including service call fee of 75 to 150 dollars that is often included. Factors that increase cost include torsion system cables that wrap around drums at the top, which require releasing spring tension and take more time, extension system cables that are easier, heavy wood doors requiring stronger cables, emergency or same-day service adding 50 to 100 dollars, and if springs are also worn or broken, adding 200 to 400 dollars for spring replacement at the same time. DIY cable replacement costs only the cable price plus basic tools, but is risky because cables are under high tension from springs and can cause injury if handled incorrectly. Most reputable companies will include inspection and lubrication in the price.
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