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How Much Does Garage Door Replacement Cost?

Estimate the cost of replacing a garage door — door types, installation labor, openers and what raises the price — with the free calculator.

A garage door replacement is priced in three parts: the door itself, the labor to remove and install it, and the opener if you change it. This guide covers the door types, what drives the price and a calculator so you can budget the job with real numbers.

THE SHORT ANSWER

The short answer

A standard single-car steel garage door runs about $800–$1,500 installed including labor. Double doors run $1,200–$2,500. Adding a new opener costs $300–$600 installed. Insulated and custom doors push the price higher.

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Door types and what they cost

Steel sectional doors are the most common replacement choice: durable, insulated options and moderate price. Aluminum and glass doors cost more. Wood doors are the premium option but need maintenance.

  • Steel: most common, $800–$1,500 installed (single car)
  • Insulated steel: $1,200–$2,000 installed
  • Aluminum/glass: $1,500–$3,000 installed
  • Wood: $2,000+ installed
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What adds to the price

The door price is the base. Expect to add: removal of the old door ($100–$200), springs and hardware, insulation upgrade, and an opener if you are not reusing it. Windows in the top panel also add cost.

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Labor and installation

Installation labor typically runs $200–$500 for a standard door, and the whole job takes a few hours. Garage door springs are under high tension — replacement is dangerous DIY work, so professional installation is strongly recommended.

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Try the calculator with your quote

Enter the door price, installation labor and opener to see the full replacement total before you commit.

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Sectional or rolling door purchase price

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Sectional or rolling door purchase price

Labor to remove old door and install new one

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Labor to remove old door and install new one

Opener and installation if needed (0 if reusing)

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Opener and installation if needed (0 if reusing)
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CALCULATED RESULTUSD
Total replacement cost$1,800.00
Door$1,100.00
Installation labor$300.00
Opener$400.00
Total cost$1,800.00
FORMULA USED$1,100.00 + $300.00 + $400.00 = $1,800.00
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