How Much Does a Garage Door Replacement Cost?

1-Car Door: $730 to $1,700, Installed

2-Car Door: $1,050 to $2,150, Installed

National Average: $1,680, 2-Car Door, Installed

Updated: November 28, 2023. Written by: Steve Hansen

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Garage Door Replacement Cost Range

The cost of replacing a garage door is between $900 to $8,000 or more for high end garage doors made with solid wood. The cost will depend on several factors including the size of the door (1, 2 or more doors), the style of the door, the raw material it is made from (wood, steel, etc), and the type of opener you use.

Average Cost

The average cost for replacement garage door is around $825 (Single – Steel) and $1,680 (Double – Steel) to purchase the door and have it installed. To do it yourself (not recommended) the cost is about $565 for a single garage door and $975 for a basic 2-car garage door.

Average Do It Yourself Cost
$565 (1-Car Garage Door)
$1,075 (2-Car Garage Door)
Average Contractor Installed Cost
$825 (1-Car Garage Door)
$1,680 (2-Car Garage Door)
Typical Cost Range
$885 – $1,860, Installed

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Overview of Garage Door Replacement

Replacing the garage door is a common home update when the door is showing its age or won’t operate smoothly, even after adjustments. On the positive side, a 2023 national home remodeling survey by Remodeling Magazine revealed excellent return on investment surpassed only by replacing an HVAC system with a standard heat pump or a mini split heat pump. Replacing a garage door brought an average return on investment of 102% – raising the home’s value by more than the cost of the installed garage door and boosting improved curb appeal.

If your garage door is old, broken, or just needs to be replaced for visual appeal, you can be assured the investment will pay off in the long run.

This page of Costimates covers garage door replacement for standard and upscale doors plus the estimated installation cost, so you’ll have an accurate estimate of your total cost for DIY and professional installation. In addition to cost variables, we provide an overview of related costs that may be incurred at the same time, as well as a section where pros and other homeowners have shared the price they paid for garage door replacement. If you’ve recently replaced your door, please consider sharing the cost by completing the project form at the bottom of the page.

Garage Door Replacement Cost Factors

Steel panel garage door prices start at less than $600 for a one-car garage door you install and range to more than $8,000 for wood, 2-car garage doors with pro installation. Where on that spectrum your new garage door cost falls will be based on these factors.

  • Size of the door: Common single-car garage door sizes start at 7′ wide and 7′ high, and range to 10×9 with the most common sizes being 9×7 and 9×8. Two-car garages can be as wide as 24 feet, but are most commonly 16×7, 16×8 or 16×9. Taller doors to accommodate an RV are available to 14 feet tall.
  • Material: Steel and aluminum panel garage doors are the most common and affordable; Genuine wood garage doors prices are up to ten times more for any size.
  • Windows: 1-car garage doors with windows cost as much as 67% more. 2-car garage doors with windows cost 30% to 50% more.
  • Insulation: Insulated garage door cost is 15% to 30% higher, though the return on investment is negligible unless the rest of the garage is insulated too.
  • Specialty colors: Non-white colors add 5% to 20%, and darker colors cost more than light.
  • Style elements in custom doors: Doors with more architectural style and upgraded hardware cost up to 25% than the same door without them.
  • Garage door molding/jamb: Fresh molding to match your garage door or provide a better fit is a minor additional expense.
  • Installation of a new opener: You’ll want an automatic door opener if building a new garage, the old one is worn out, it won’t handle the weight of the new door or if you’re changing door styles, for example from a classic overhead garage door to a carriage-style door that swings outward. The heavier the overhead door, the more horsepower the opener needs and the more it will cost. An opener and remote adds 25% to 75% to the cost, based on what type of door and opener are required. See specific costs below.
  • Installation: Your options are DIY, a handyman service or similar and a garage door company.

If you’re unsure about your needs, Angi has a great write-up to help you decide which of the features you might want, based on your needs and home.

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Replacement Door Cost and Installation Supplies

Let’s itemize retail garage door costs we’ve mentioned before looking at garage door installation prices. Garage door prices only are:

  • Basic steel garage door: $500 to $1,200
  • Mid-range garage steel door: $1,000 to $1,500
  • High-end garage steel door: $1,500 to $2,500
  • Basic wooden garage door: $1,200 to $2,400
  • Mid-range wooden garage door: $2,200 to $3,400
  • High-end wooden garage door: $3,500 to $4,500 or more

Cost of Installation Supplies

  • $150-$475 | Garage door opener costs from .5 to 1.25 horsepower.
  • $28-$50 | Garage door trim molding.
  • $130 – $280 | While almost always included with the door, you may need to buy garage door springs if not.

Sample Garage Door Replacement Projects

These are installed costs for the most common 2-car garage door types in three price tiers:

Low Cost: Basic door and hardware, no windows. If steel, thinner material – 27 or 28-gauge.

Average Cost: Most popular, includes windows, might be insulated. If steel – 26 gauge.

High Cost: Premium door and hardware. Upgraded windows. Insulated. If steel – 24/25 gauge and composite wood-look composite overlay.

Steel Garage Door Cost

  • Low Cost: $1,050 – $1,800
  • Average Cost: $1,450 – $2,700
  • High Cost: $2,350 – $3,300

Aluminum Garage Door Cost

  • Low Cost: $1,300 – $2,100
  • Average Cost: $1,600 – $2,950
  • High Cost: $2,550 – $3,750

Wood Garage Door Cost

  • Low Cost: $2,350 – $3,800
  • Average Cost: $3,350 – $5,700
  • High Cost: $4,950 – $8,000+

Hurricane Zone Steel Garage Door Cost

  • Low Cost: $1,350 – $2,050
  • Average Cost: $1,750 – $2,900
  • High Cost: $2,650 – $3,750
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Garage Door Repair Costs

In this section find the most common repair costs for garage doors and their components. Many of these repairs can be done by a fairly knowledgeable homeowner with a good tool set, though springs and the entire door replacement are recommended to be handled by a professional.

Garage Door Panel Replacement

The cost to replace a garage door panel is $150 to $1,100 including installation. The panel replacement cost depends on the size of the panel, the material it’s made from, and whether any other repairs are needed in conjunction with the panel repair.

Replace Garage Door Rollers

The cost to replace garage door rollers depends on several factors like the size and type of the door rollers, what they are made from, and how many need to be replaced. We always recommend replacing all the rollers at the same time.

Here are some cost estimates for replacing garage door rollers:

  • Steel garage door rollers: $50 to $300, including installation.
  • Nylon garage door rollers: $100 to $300, including installation.

Replace Garage Door Cables

The cost to replace garage door cables is between $50 to $425, including installation from a garage repair pro in your area. The cost you pay depends on several factors including the size and type of the cables, the amount of work to align the garage door in its track, and any final adjustments needed to assure the garage door opens and closes properly.


Permits, Inspection, Related Costs and Installation Time

Permits and Inspection Cost

  • $50-$125 | Many counties require a permit for installing a garage door
  • $75-$150 | Electrical permit, when wiring is being installed too
  • If you’re part of a homeowner’s association (HOA) with strict rules, check its bylaws to make sure the door you select complies with the rules on exterior home materials.

Garage Door Installation Labor Costs Time

  • $225-$575 | Garage door installation based on door size, number of panels and whether an existing door and opener are removed

You’ve got two basic options for professional garage door installation:

  • Buy the door and other materials, and hire a handyman service to install them
  • Hire a garage door company to supply all the materials and install them

The garage door installation cost typically includes assembling the door onsite, installing the track and opener, hanging the door, attaching it to the garage door opener and making balance adjustments for smooth operation. Garage door installation is usually a two-person job. The cost will be on the upper end of the spectrum when an old door and opener must be removed.

As for wiring, even in new construction, the garage is typically wired with an outlet in the ceiling for a garage door opener. If not, expect to pay an electrician $150-$250 for the job. If you need a new electrical circuit, as in a new garage or when updating the panel, expect electrical circuit breaker cost up to $300.

Garage Door Install Time Schedule

With an experienced two-person crew, this is a job that goes quickly.

  • 2-4 hours | Installation of an opener and door
  • 3-5 hours | Removal of an existing door and opener plus installing the new opener and door
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DIY or Hire a Pro?

I’ve never installed my own garage door. I’ve done repairs like fixing a broken track, single panel or wheel, and also installed my own door openers in the past as well, but never tackled replacing the door itself. Regardless, having seen a garage door spring come loose on a friend one time, I think I’d leave this one to a pro to do.

  • Requires a friend or helper.
  • Need to be comfortable on a ladder and working with your hands overhead for periods of time.
  • Read up on the dangers of garage door springs, they can kill you! Manufacturers don’t put huge warnings on them for no reason.
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Reviewed and edited by Steve Hansen of Costimates

steve hansen of costimates-sm Steve Hansen, that's me, the Senior Editor of Costimates. (Learn more about myself and our team) I'm an avid home improvement professional with more than 37 years experience working on all types of residential new home building, upfits, repairs and remodeling.

"Like most homeowners, I was frustrated with the lack of quality information available on specific home improvement repairs and renovations. In 2015, Costimates was formed to help homeowners learn as much as possible about various projects and their costs so they could make better financial decisions."