How Much Does a Garage Door Cost? (Installation & Replacement)

If you own a garage in your house, you know how helpful it can be. I am sure that the garage without garage doors is enough to protect your car, but most of us like keeping it locked. If you feel the same, you should think about the right model of doors as soon as possible.

Appealing garage doors will secure your car and everything else you store inside and beautify your home at the same time. Luckily, you can find numerous styles and materials these days, as well as choose the model that fits your preferences. However, you should take care of your budget, as well. So, let’s see how much does a garage door cost.

Garage Door Installation and Replacement Cost

On average, you should pay about $1,000 for the installation of the garage door. However, the price will vary from $500 to $2,000. It will depend on the material, style of the door, and the state where you live. Also, you need to add at least $200 to $300 for labor costs, depending on the type of the door you want to install.

Garage door installation cost
National average	$1,000
Maximum	$4,000
Average range	$500 to $2,000
Minimum	$350

On the other hand, the cost of garage door replacement is in a range of $600 to $2,200. However, you can reduce the price to $250 in some cases.

Garage door replacement cost
National average	$1,100
Maximum	$2,200
Average range	$700 to $1,500
Minimum	$250

Unfortunately, full garage door replacement will cost you almost the same as you install the new one. Keep in mind that there are a few ways to lower the price when you want to replace your doors. For example, you can save some money by using a few parts of your old door or doing the job on your own.

Garage door parts cost
Piece	Cost
Door and tracks	$350 to $1,500
Opener	$200 to $500
Labor	$200 to $500
Lock	$100 to $350
Fees and supplies	$50 to $150

Garage Door Materials

Nowadays, you can choose from a variety of materials for your garage doors. It’s up to you to pick out the one you like the best, which will depend on its style, your needs, and your budget.

Garage door material cost
Material	Average cost
Composite	$1,000 to $3,500
Fiberglass	$1,000 to $2,000
Aluminum	$800 to $2,000
Wood	$700 to $2,000
Vinyl	$600 to 2,500
Steel	$400 to $2,000

Composite

It is probably the most expensive material for garage doors on the market, and you should pay approximately $1,500 for it. Still, cheaper and more exclusive options are available, as well.

That is an excellent solution if you like the wooden look of the door, but need a material that doesn’t require too much maintenance. The disadvantage of this choice is the lack of style and the fact that this type of door is not customizable.

Fiberglass

Fiberglass is an excellent alternative to wood. For $1,000 to $2,000, you will get a beautiful door that doesn’t require too much maintenance. The positive sides of this material are quality insulation and the possibility of painting.

These doors are lightweight and won’t rust over time. However, some owners don’t like this option since fiberglass may crack in cold weather. Also, you can’t choose the style you prefer since there are not custom door options available.

Aluminum

If you want to install a garage door, but you don’t like steel, which is too heavy and difficult to handle, aluminum is an excellent alternative. This light and easy-to-use material won’t sag over time, and you can insulate it when needed. The cost of this door is up to $2,000, but you can find cheaper options, as well.

Wood

Wood has been popular for decades since it is beautiful, plus you can create a custom garage door to your wishes. By choosing this particular material, you can choose among numerous styles and wood types.

However, this material is expensive, and the price of the best quality garage doors can be up to $2,000. The problem is that you also need to calculate the future cost since wood requires a lot of annual maintenance.

Vinyl

Vinyl is quite an attractive, wood-like solution for your garage door. This material is lightweight and doesn’t require regular maintenance. Moreover, this door will provide excellent insulation thanks to a foam core.

The downsides of vinyl include the possibility of cracking during the winter when the temperatures are low. Also, they will probably warp in summer at high temperatures. Even though some of the models are expensive, you can find basic options at a price of only $600.

Steel

Steel is one of the favorite materials for garage doors in the US. Depending on the style and quality, you need to pay from $400 to $2,000 for it.

This option is sturdy, available, and inexpensive. The downsides of this material include fewer styles available, poor insulation, and you can’t find the customized mode.

Garage Door Styles

Contemporary garage doors come to different styles in stock doors and a variety of materials. On the other hand, only a few designs are available in custom doors.

Cost of up to 10 feet (3 m) wide garage door by style
Type	Cost
French	$2,000 to $5,500
Carriage	$1,000 to 10,000
Standard panel	$300 to $800
Tilt-up	$500 to 1,200
Walkthrough	$700 to $5,000
Glass roll-up	$700 to $7,000
Roll-up	$400 to 1,500

The most common styles in the US include:

French doors

This elegant classic option with many windows looks and operates like a standard door you can install in your house. The only difference is in size since it needs to be larger. Keep in mind that the insulating properties of this model are not excellent because of so much glass.

Carriage doors

Over the last ten years, carriage doors have become very popular and desirable. They contain a set of two practical, custom door sashes that open outward. You can pick out the model made of wood or wood-look, and choose different designs, including curved or arched top, crossbeams, panels, or glass.

Standard paneled doors

It is probably the most common style in the US. This model features many panels that provide a particular dimension to the garage door.

Garage Door Sizes

If you need a custom door, you can pick out the style, shape, and color you desire. However, you will have only a few standard sizes if you want to buy a stock door.

Single and double garage door cost
Type	Width	Cost
One-car garage door	8 to 10 feet (2.4 – 3 m)	$600 to $2,000
Two-car garage door	15 to 17 feet (4.6 – 5 m)	$800 to $4,000

Single doors

These one-car garage doors are usually from 8 to 10 feet (2.4 – 3 m) wide and approximately 7 to 8 feet (2.1 – 2.4 m) high. Depending on your taste, you can pick out the model that costs from $600 to $2,000, but you should pay up to $10,000 for some luxurious ones.

Double doors

Standard two-car garage doors are 15 to 17 feet (4.6 – 5 m) wide, while their height is from 7 to 8 feet (2.1 – 2.4 m) on average. If your door is of non-standard size, you should order a custom-made piece.

For most models, you need to pay from $800 to $4,000. However, you can find cheaper ones that cost a modest $400, and expensive doors that cost up to $12,000.

Custom garage door cost
Level	Cost	Options
Complete custom	$1,500 to $10,000	You can choose any finishes, materials, colors, and panels you like with a longer or lifetime manufacturer’s warranty
Partial custom	$800 to $2,500	You can choose a window, design, panel, and color from a provided pre-selected list
Stock	$250 to $800	You can get pre-made doors with limited panel and color options

Garage Door Labor Cost

After having the precise measurements, you will know if you need a standard-sized door or a customed one. The process of installation will vary depending on the model you have chosen.

Don’t be surprised when discovering that most professionals require a flat rate for the garage door installation. The average price for a single door is $200 on average, while you need to pay about $375 for double door installation.

Keep in mind that the price will be higher for custom doors, those with specialized hardware, and unusually heavy wood models. Also, be aware that installing a garage door opener will cost you from $100 to $200.

Garage Door Insulation Cost

Most modern garage doors are insulated, which is beneficial for the garage directly attached to your house. Typically, manufacturers add insulation to the door’s core, with the material wrap over it.

As always, the quality of insulation depends on an R-rating that values from 0 to 20. The higher number shows that the door is better insulated.

You will need to pay from $600 for insulating steel doors to $800 for insulating the model made of vinyl. The most expensive is insulation fiberglass and composite doors, which costs about $1,500 and wood doors, which price is higher than $2,000.