Garage Door Broken Springs | This is not a problem to DIY. In fact, you should not attempt to open the door or handle the broken springs at all. You should contact a garage door services professional to take care of the issue. One reason a broken springs is so dangerous is that the only other thing preventing the door from dropping suddenly, possibly causing damage to property and serious injury to people are animals, is the cables. However, cables can snap as well. In fact, once a spring has broken, it’s only a matter of time until the cables go as well. If you have a broken cable, you should also contact a professional.