How much does garage door installation cost?
Garage door installation costs $900 to $3,500 per door, averaging about $1,900. A basic single steel door installs for $700 to $1,500; an insulated double carriage door with a new opener reaches $4,000 to $6,000.
National average
$1,900
Typical low
$900
Typical high
$3,500
Per door
$700 – $6,000
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Estimated project cost
$800 – $2,200
Most homeowners pay around $1,500
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Cost by material
Installed pricing per door.
| Option | Installed cost |
|---|---|
| Steel | $800 – $2,200 |
| Aluminum and glass | $1,200 – $4,000 |
| Wood composite | $1,200 – $3,200 |
| Solid wood | $1,800 – $6,000 |
| Fiberglass | $1,000 – $2,800 |
Cost by door size
| Size | Basic steel | Insulated steel | Wood or custom |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single 8x7 | $700 – $1,300 | $1,000 – $1,900 | $1,800 – $4,000 |
| Single 9x7 | $750 – $1,500 | $1,100 – $2,100 | $2,000 – $4,500 |
| Double 16x7 | $1,200 – $2,400 | $1,700 – $3,300 | $3,000 – $7,500 |
| Double 18x8 | $1,500 – $2,900 | $2,000 – $3,900 | $3,500 – $9,000 |
Opener options
| Opener type | Installed cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Chain drive | $250 – $500 | Cheapest, loudest |
| Belt drive | $350 – $700 | Quiet, best under living space |
| Screw drive | $300 – $600 | Few parts, mid-noise |
| Wall-mount jackshaft | $500 – $1,000 | Frees ceiling space |
| Smart / Wi-Fi upgrade | $50 – $200 | Phone control and alerts |
Where the money goes
A typical project budget, broken down by line item.
- Door and panels52% · $988
- Labor25% · $475
- Opener and hardware15% · $285
- Removal and disposal8% · $152
Cost by region
Labor markets move the number more than any other single factor.
Northeast metro
$1,062 – $4,130
+18% vs. national average
West Coast metro
$1,062 – $4,130
+18% vs. national average
Mountain West
$936 – $3,640
+4% vs. national average
Midwest
$900 – $3,500
At the national average
South & Southeast
$837 – $3,255
-7% vs. national average
Rural nationwide
$810 – $3,150
-10% vs. national average
Common add-ons
Line items that show up on most quotes but rarely in the headline price.
New opener
Windows in panels
Keypad and remotes
Spring replacement
Track and hardware replacement
Old door haul-away
DIY vs. hiring a pro
Hire a pro
$900 – $3,500
Do it yourself
$600 – $1,800
Torsion springs store enough energy to kill. Opener swaps are reasonable DIY; door and spring installation is not, and most manufacturer warranties require professional installation.
Ways to save
Practical levers that lower the bill without cutting quality.
- Choose a stock size and color — custom doors add 30% or more and take weeks.
- Skip windows unless you need the light; they add $150 to $800 and reduce insulation.
- Keep your existing opener if it is under ten years old and works.
- Insulate only if the garage is attached or conditioned.
- Ask about builder-grade lines from the same manufacturer for a rental or flip.
Questions to ask your contractor
- 01What is the door R-value and is that whole-door or panel-only?
- 02Are new tracks, springs and rollers included or reused?
- 03Is removal and disposal of the old door in the price?
- 04What is the warranty on the door, the springs and the labor separately?
- 05Is the opener force and safety reversal tested and documented?
- 06How long is the lead time on this door?
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Garage Door Installation cost in Los Angeles, CA
$1,116 – $4,340
Garage Door Installation cost in San Diego, CA
$1,062 – $4,130
Garage Door Installation cost in San Jose, CA
$1,242 – $4,830
Garage Door Installation cost in San Francisco, CA
$1,305 – $5,075
Garage Door Installation cost in Oakland, CA
$1,188 – $4,620
Garage Door Installation cost in Sacramento, CA
$972 – $3,780
Garage Door Installation cost in Fresno, CA
$882 – $3,430
Garage Door Installation cost in Long Beach, CA
$1,098 – $4,270
Garage Door Installation cost in Anaheim, CA
$1,080 – $4,200
Garage Door Installation cost in Santa Ana, CA
$1,071 – $4,165
Garage Door Installation cost in Irvine, CA
$1,134 – $4,410
Garage Door Installation cost in Riverside, CA
$954 – $3,710
Garage Door Installation cost in San Bernardino, CA
$927 – $3,605
Garage Door Installation cost in Bakersfield, CA
$873 – $3,395
Garage Door Installation cost in Stockton, CA
$918 – $3,570
Garage Door Installation cost in Modesto, CA
$900 – $3,500
Garage Door Installation cost in Chula Vista, CA
$1,035 – $4,025
Garage Door Installation cost in Fremont, CA
$1,215 – $4,725
Garage Door Installation cost in Pasadena, CA
$1,152 – $4,480
Garage Door Installation cost in Glendale, CA
$1,125 – $4,375
Garage Door Installation cost in Santa Clarita, CA
$1,044 – $4,060
Garage Door Installation cost in Torrance, CA
$1,107 – $4,305
Garage Door Installation cost in Oxnard, CA
$1,026 – $3,990
Garage Door Installation cost in San Mateo, CA
$1,260 – $4,900