The national average cost of a new garage door and installation ranges from $370-$600. Whether your current door has given out, or you're simply remodeling to upgrade the look and feel of your exterior, installing a new garage door can be a great, but hefty, home improvement project.
The cost to install a new door will depend mostly on the type, material and size of the door you choose to buy, since the price of a new door makes up the bulk of your total cost. To help you estimate how much you will spend on a new garage door and a to install it, this guide will break down what to expect.
How long does it take to install a new garage door?
Installing a new garage door takes about two to three hours, according to Sean Rogers of
What's included in a new garage door installation cost?
When you hire a professional to install a new garage door on your home, you will either pay for the new door and labor costs, or just a fee to install it, if you have already have the door you want to use.
Typically, the fee you pay to install a new garage door will also cover the cost of hauling away the old door. For example, Third Gen Garage Door includes the cost to haul away your old garage door in their service fee.
If you've already purchased a garage door, his firm will charge just for the installation. They charge $350 - $500 to install a double car garage doors and $250 for single size door. Keep in mind these figures just cover the labor cost.
Specialists in the home improvement industry do garage door installation. Companies who work in this area can quickly and efficiently remove an old or nonoperational garage door, replace or upgrade an existing door, or install a new one during new home construction. They can also put in garage door openers.
How much does a new garage door cost?
Door prices will depend on the size, material and style you choose, as well as if you decide to get a custom door (which will cost more) or a stock model.
Garage door prices for a single size door with no installation start at around $200, and increase in cost depending on size and material. The two most common garage door sizes are, 8 x 7 which fits a single car garage, and 16 x 7, which fits a double-car garage. A high-end, custom door can easily run up to several thousand dollars.
There are several common garage door styles. The most common style of garage doors are one-piece tilt-ups and sectional rollups, sometimes called overhead since they roll or tilt, well, over your head. Sectional rollup doors are a good option if you have limited ceiling space, but are most often used in commercial or apartment garages.
Garage doors can also be swing outs, or slide out styles. Slide out style garage doors are less commonly used on homes.
Doors can be made from a variety of materials including aluminum, steel, vinyl, fiberglass, wood or a combination of several materials. Some garage doors have glass or plastic windows built-in, which will also affect the price. The material that's best for your garage door will depend on your location, climate and personal needs. Below is a breakdown of the pros and cons of common door materials:
To give you a sense of how much a new garage door costs, below is a breakdown of several popular door styles, configurations and prices from Third Gen Garage Doors:
Garage door type | Size | Single or double car | Price |
Raised-panel, insulated | 8 x 7 | single car | $700 ($500 without insulation) |
Raised-panel, insulated | 16 x 7 | double car | $1,100 ($900 without insulation) |
Carriage-house, with stamped-steel design | 8 x 7 | single car | $1,000 |
Carriage-house, with steel and faux-wood overlay | 8 x 7 | single car | $2,000$2,200 |
Carriage-house with stamped-steel design | 16 x 7 | double car | $1,500 |
Carriage-house, with steel and faux-wood overlay | 16 x 7 | double car | $3,500 |
Solid-wood cedar or mahogany, with window in top panels | 8 x 7 | single car | $5,000 |
Solid-wood cedar or mahogany, with window in top panels | 16 x 7 | double car | $3,500 |
Garage doors are available as stock models, which tend to be less expensive than semi-custom or a fully custom door design. Styles run from traditional to contemporary and can be matched to the house.
Another characteristic to look for is whether or not your door is insulated, and how much. Especially if you're concerned with making your home more energy efficient, and your garage is attached to the house, an insulated door can make a big difference in heating and cooling costs over time.
Insulated doors will have a R-value attached to them for comparison. The higher the R-value, the greater the door's insulation. Better-insulated doors tend to be more expensive.
The price of an opener starts around $150. According to Third Gen Garage Doors the price of a garage door opener ranges from $300-$475. For some garage door replacements, you may not need a new garage door opener (the mechanism, or track, your garage door follows to open and shut), but for most new doors and replacements, you will. An opener relies on a electric motor that will open and close the door by pushing a button. Some door opener models include a keypad or smart phone interface.
If you need a new garage door opener, there are three different types of drive openers you can choose from for your home:
What are the benefits of hiring a garage door installer?
You may be able to save money by installing your garage door yourself. However, there are several benefits of hiring a professional to help:
How can you save on garage door installations?
To save money in the long term, make sure you have a warranty on both your new door and the labor.
A garage door company will typically warranty their labor while the manufacturer of the door will guarantee the quality of the actual door. The garage door company should also be able to handle and emergency repair jobs as needed. Third Gen Garage Doors charges a standard $150 rate, plus parts/hardware for service calls after installation, which is a good deal for a garage door repair.