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Garage Door Replacement Cost Cost Guide (2026)
Estimate garage door replacement cost by door type and state, then request local installer pricing.
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Typical cost ranges
These are installed-cost planning ranges for the options modelled by the calculator.
| Option | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Single steel door | $800 – $2,000 |
| Double steel door | $1,500 – $3,500 |
| Insulated steel | $2,500 – $5,500 |
| Wood / carriage style | $3,000 – $7,000 |
| Door + new opener | $1,500 – $4,000 |
Planning ranges, not quotes. Your project's access, condition and local code can move the number.
What changes the price
Door size and material dominate: steel single doors are $800–$2,000 installed, insulated double doors $2,500–$5,500. Openers add $400–$800.
- New opener — +$400 – $800 per number of doors
- Springs / tracks — +$200 – $600 per number of doors
State differences
Local labour rates change the same job by 10–40%. Examples for the cheapest option above (full 51-state adjustment in the calculator):
| State | Multiplier | Adjusted range |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | ×1.05 | $840 – $2,100 |
| California | ×1.45 | $1,160 – $2,900 |
| Florida | ×1.05 | $840 – $2,100 |
| Georgia | ×0.95 | $760 – $1,900 |
| Illinois | ×1.02 | $816 – $2,040 |
| New York | ×1.30 | $1,040 – $2,600 |
| Ohio | ×0.92 | $736 – $1,840 |
| Texas | ×0.98 | $784 – $1,960 |
How to use the calculator
- Enter your project size and choose the material or system.
- Add optional items (removal, permits, upgrades) and your state.
- Read the planning range and line-item breakdown.
- Have a quote? Paste it into the quote checker to see where it sits.
Before you hire
- Verify the contractor's licence and insurance with the official state source — see our verification guide.
- Get three written quotes using the same scope.
- Use our project checklist to compare permits, disposal and warranty.
FAQ
How much does a garage door replacement cost?
A single steel door is $800–$2,000 installed; a double insulated door is $1,500–$5,500. Wood carriage doors run $3,000–$7,000.
Does a new garage door increase home value?
Yes — it is consistently one of the highest-ROI exterior projects.
How long does installation take?
Most replacements take 3–5 hours for a single door.
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