Garage Door Replacement Cost in 2026: New Garage Door Installation Prices

Garage door replacement costs $800 to $2,700 installed for a single door and $1,000 to $3,500 for a double, with national averages around $2,171 and $3,478. Premium wood and full-view glass doors reach $5,500 to $10,000. Basic steel doors sit at the bottom of that range: Angi's 2026 project data puts the typical replacement at $754 to $1,707 per door (average $1,231), and Homewyse's September 2026 estimate for a basic 25-gauge steel door starts at $1,005 to $1,631 installed.

New garage door cost and garage door installation cost are the same number here: every installed figure includes the door, hardware, and $200–$600 of installation labor. Material is the biggest lever. Steel is the value pick and the cheapest path to an insulated door, composite looks like wood without the upkeep, and real wood or aluminum-glass are the premium tiers. Insulation, windows, a new opener, and old-door haul-away are the add-ons that move the total.

To price your own door, use the new garage door cost calculator at the top of this page. Pick the size, material, insulation, windows, opener, and haul-away, and it itemizes each line. Garage Door Repair Network is a referral service: we pass your request to independent local installers who measure the opening and quote the exact door. The ranges below are 2026 national figures from Angi, HomeGuide, and Homewyse.

Typical national range

$800 – $3,500

Single doors $800–$2,700 (avg ~$2,171); doubles $1,000–$3,500 (avg ~$3,478). Premium doors reach $5,500–$10,000.

Cost breakdown

Item	Typical range	Notes
Steel door — single (9×7), door price	$800 – $1,800	The default value choice; thicker gauge and woodgrain finishes run higher. Add $200–$600 installation labor.
Steel door — double (16×7), door price	$1,200 – $2,800	Durable and low-maintenance; the most popular replacement. Add $200–$600 installation labor.
Composite / faux-wood door — double	$2,000 – $6,000	Wood look without wood rot; ~20–40% under real wood. Door price before labor.
Wood door — double	$2,600 – $7,500	Premium look with premium upkeep; custom carriage-house designs run higher. Door price before labor.
Aluminum & glass (full-view) door — double	$3,000 – $8,500	Modern full-view; glass type and frame finish drive the price. Door price before labor.
Installation labor	$200 – $600	Tear-down, track and spring setup, hanging the new door. Angi puts the average at $350.
Insulation upgrade (polystyrene / polyurethane)	$150 – $1,200	A factory option, not a retrofit; polyurethane is the premium, quieter tier.
Window section on a new door	$200 – $1,000	$200–$600 on a single door, $350–$1,000 on a double, by size and glass type.
New opener, installed	$400 – $800	Belt-drive with WiFi; worth bundling while the installer is at the header.
Old door haul-away & disposal	$50 – $150	Many installers include it. Angi puts it at $50–$200 and HomeGuide at $50–$250 when billed separately.
Garage door frame (jamb) replacement	$246 – $395	HomeGuide puts a garage door frame at $246–$386; Angi at $300–$395. Only needed when the wood is rotted or damaged.
Glass panel replacement on an existing door (per panel)	$400 – $1,000	HomeGuide's range for a glass section; size, glass type, and frame material push it past $1,000.
Permit, where required	$40 – $250	Angi: $40–$120, and most like-for-like replacements don't need one. HomeGuide: $50–$250.

What changes the price

Providers quote their own work — these are the factors that consistently move the number.

Material: steel singles start around $800, while wood and full-view aluminum-glass doors run $1,300–$4,500 for singles and up to $10,000 for oversized customs.
Door size: doubles cost more than singles, and oversized or RV-height doors carry the highest material and labor.
Insulation: a factory option that adds $150–$1,200 by tier and size — worth pricing whenever the garage is attached or has a room above.
Windows and hardware: a window section adds $200–$1,000 by size and glass type; decorative hardware and premium finishes add more.
Opener replacement: a new opener installed adds $400–$800 and saves a second service call if yours is past 10–15 years.
Track configuration: low-headroom and high-lift tracks and header framing raise the labor above the standard $200–$600.
Opening condition: rotted jambs or framing found at tear-down add a frame replacement ($246–$395) or structural repair, which Angi puts at $155–$380.

New garage door cost by material: steel, wood, aluminum, and insulated

In our calculator, the door alone runs $800–$1,800 for a steel single and $1,200–$2,800 for a steel double. Composite runs $1,100–$3,200 single and $2,000–$6,000 double, wood $1,300–$4,000 and $2,600–$7,500, and aluminum-and-glass full-view doors $1,500–$4,500 and $3,000–$8,500. Add $200–$600 for installation. HomeGuide's installed ranges are similar: steel $700–$2,500, aluminum $800–$2,500, fiberglass $1,000–$2,100, wood $1,200–$4,000, composite $1,200–$2,800, and glass $2,500–$6,000.

Angi's 2026 per-door ranges are wider: steel $650–$3,200, aluminum $600–$2,900, vinyl $800–$2,500, fiberglass $800–$2,700, wood $900–$4,500, composite $650–$4,800, and glass $2,500–$8,000.

Insulation is ordered with the door, not added later. Polystyrene adds $150–$700 depending on door size and polyurethane $300–$1,200. Angi puts insulated garage doors at $1,100–$4,200 in total. It's worth paying for when the garage is attached, heated, or has a room above it.

Single vs. double garage door replacement cost

A single (one-car) garage door runs $800–$2,700 installed with a national average around $2,171. A double (two-car, usually 16 feet wide) runs $1,000–$3,500 with an average around $3,478. HomeGuide prices a three-car setup of one single and one double door at $1,700–$6,200.

Angi's 2026 figures by garage size: $500–$3,000 for a one-car door, $800–$5,000 for a two-car garage with one double door, $1,200–$4,900 for two single doors, and $1,700–$7,200 for three single doors. Two singles cost more than one double because you buy two doors, two sets of hardware, and often two openers. If you're not sure what size you have, the size planner linked below walks through standard widths, heights, and headroom.

Garage door installation cost: labor, removal, and opener

Installation labor runs $200–$600 per door in our calculator. Angi and HomeGuide both put it at $200–$500, and Angi's average is $350. That covers taking down the old door, setting tracks and springs, and hanging and balancing the new sections. HomeGuide says a same-size, same-style replacement takes 3 to 6 hours. A different size or style takes longer and costs more.

Removing and hauling away the old door is often included. When it's billed separately, it runs $50–$150 in our calculator, $50–$200 according to Angi, and $50–$250 according to HomeGuide, so ask before you sign. A new opener installed with the door adds $400–$800 (HomeGuide: $300–$900). Angi says most like-for-like replacements don't need a permit. When one is required, Angi puts it at $40–$120 and HomeGuide at $50–$250.

Garage door window and glass replacement cost

Adding a row of windows to a new door costs $200–$600 on a single and $350–$1,000 on a double, depending on glass type. Insulated and decorative glass sit at the top of that range. A full glass garage door is a different purchase: HomeGuide puts it at $2,500–$6,000 installed and Angi at $2,500–$8,000.

On an existing door, a single broken window is a small repair: Angi puts it at $100–$200 including labor, with the glass itself $10–$50, and lists glass repair up to $350. Replacing a whole glass section costs $400–$1,000 or more according to HomeGuide, depending on size, glass type (tempered, frosted, tinted), and frame. If several glass sections on an older door are cracked or the style is discontinued, compare that quote against a new door.

Cost to replace a garage door frame

The frame is the wood jambs and header trim around the opening that the door's tracks and weather seal fasten to. Replacing it costs $246–$386 according to HomeGuide and $300–$395 according to Angi. It's usually only needed when the wood is rotted, split, or damaged by impact.

Frame damage often turns up when the old door comes down. Angi says structural repairs found during a replacement add $155–$380. Ask the installer to check the jambs and header when they measure, so any frame work is in the quote instead of becoming a surprise on install day.

Repair or replace?

Replace the whole door when the panels are badly dented, multiple sections are damaged, parts are discontinued, or the door is 15-plus years old and needing frequent repairs. A new door starts around $800 and often beats a string of repairs on a tired door — and it's the moment to spec new springs, cables, and rollers rather than carry the worn ones over.

If you're pricing a fix rather than a new door, most garage door repairs cost $150–$600 (around $310 on average), and a broken spring runs $200–$450. The repair and spring cost guides linked below break those down. A common rule of thumb is to replace when the repair would cost more than about half of a new door. Our repair-or-replace quiz, also linked below, weighs the door's age, damage, and repair history against that number.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a new garage door cost installed?

In 2026, single doors run $800–$2,700 installed with a national average around $2,171; doubles run $1,000–$3,500 with an average around $3,478. Premium wood and full-view glass doors reach $5,500–$10,000. Labor is $200–$600 of that; the rest is the door and options.

How much does it cost to replace a double garage door?

A double (two-car) garage door runs $1,000–$3,500 installed, with a national average around $3,478. A steel double door alone runs $1,200–$2,800 before $200–$600 of labor, while wood and full-view glass doubles run $2,600–$8,500 before labor. Angi puts a two-car garage with one double door at $800–$5,000.

Should I repair or replace my garage door?

Repair when the door is sound and only a spring, cable, or single panel has failed. Replace when panels are badly damaged, parts are discontinued, or the door is 15-plus years old with a repair history — a new door starting at $800 often beats repeated fixes. Our repair-or-replace quiz can help you decide.

How much does it cost to fix a garage door instead of replacing it?

Most garage door repairs cost $150–$600, with an average around $310. Rollers and cables sit at the low end, a broken spring runs $200–$450, and a single panel $300–$900. See our garage door repair cost guide for prices by repair type.

How much does it cost to replace garage door glass or windows?

A single broken window on an existing door costs $100–$200 including labor according to Angi, and a whole glass section runs $400–$1,000 or more according to HomeGuide. Adding a window row to a new door costs $200–$600 on a single and $350–$1,000 on a double.

Is old garage door removal included in the price?

Often, yes, so ask before you sign. When it's billed separately, haul-away runs $50–$150 in our calculator, $50–$200 according to Angi, and $50–$250 according to HomeGuide.

What garage door material is the best value?

Steel, by a wide margin — it's the cheapest, lowest-maintenance path to an insulated door, and modern woodgrain finishes are convincing from the curb. Composite is the step up if you want the wood look without repainting; real wood and full-view glass are aesthetic choices you pay for both upfront and in upkeep.

Is an insulated garage door worth it?

If the garage is attached, heated, used as a workspace, or has a room above it — yes. Insulation is a factory option that adds a few hundred dollars at order time but can't be meaningfully retrofitted later. Polyurethane doors are also noticeably quieter and stiffer, which extends the door's own life.

Does a new garage door add home value?

It's perennially one of the top projects in Remodeling Magazine's Cost vs. Value report, typically recouping most or all of its cost at resale — it's a big fraction of the home's visible facade. That math works best with mid-range steel doors; ultra-premium doors are a lifestyle buy, not an investment.

Estimates only — independent local providers quote their own pricing. Data last reviewed 2026-09.

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