On a new garage the door isn't a replacement part. It is a design decision you make before the walls go up, because the width and height of the opening are framed around it. Choose one wide door or two single ones, 7 feet tall or 8, and the framing, the header and even the wall height follow.
HomeAdvisor puts the average garage door installation at $1,231, with most projects between $754 and $1,707.[1] That figure is for one door. On a new build you are choosing the number, the size, the material and the opener all at once, so here is how each choice moves the price.
Key takeaways
- A garage door installation averages $1,231; most cost $754 to $1,707 (HomeAdvisor).
- Two-car doors run $800 to $5,000 and three-car doors $1,400 to $7,200, by size alone.
- An installed opener averages $379. Belt-drive openers cost $160 to $350 and are much quieter than chain drives.
- Decide door height before framing. A door taller than 7 feet also needs an opener extension kit.
Price by door size
Size is the first thing that sets the price. HomeAdvisor describes a standard one-car door as 8 to 10 feet wide and 7 to 8 feet high, and a two-car door as twice as wide.[1]
| Door | Typical size | Installed cost |
|---|---|---|
| One-car | 8–10 ft wide × 7–8 ft high | $500 to $3,000 |
| Two-car | 16–20 ft wide × 7–8 ft high | $800 to $5,000 |
| Three-car | 24–30 ft wide × 7–8 ft high | $1,400 to $7,200 |
For a brand-new garage, HomeAdvisor's garage building guide gives slightly different figures: a one-car door at $600 to $1,500 and a double-width door at $800 to $3,500, with custom doors starting at $1,000.[2] HomeGuide puts garage doors at $700 to $3,500 each with installation, depending on width, style, material and features.[3]
One wide door or two single doors?
A two-car garage can have one 16-foot door or two 8- or 9-foot doors. HomeAdvisor notes that two one-car doors for a two-car garage may cost more than one two-car door.[1] Two doors also mean two openers, two sets of springs and two sets of weatherstripping to maintain.
The case for two doors is practical. Each car has its own door, so one being stuck doesn't trap both cars. The post between the doors gives you structure, so the header over each opening is shorter. And you heat or cool less air when only one door opens. The case for one wide door is cost, and the freedom to park off-center or pull in a trailer. Neither is wrong. Just decide before the plans go to the framer, because the opening sizes are framed in.
Measure your tallest vehicle first
A 7-foot door clears most cars, but a lifted pickup or a van with a roof rack may need 8 feet. Raising an opening later means reframing the wall and the header. HomeAdvisor notes that an opener needs an extension kit, at $45 to $85, for a door taller than 7 feet.[4]
Material and style
Steel is the default for most new garages: affordable, durable and available insulated. Wood looks best and costs the most to maintain. Composite and fiberglass imitate wood with less upkeep.
| Material | Cost per door |
|---|---|
| Aluminum | $600 to $2,900 |
| Steel | $650 to $3,200 |
| Fiberglass | $800 to $2,700 |
| Vinyl | $800 to $2,500 |
| Composite | $650 to $4,800 |
| Wood | $900 to $4,500 |
The style of door matters too. HomeAdvisor lists sectional doors, the common type that rolls up on tracks to the ceiling, at $500 to $1,800, and carriage-house doors at $1,200 to $8,000. Glass roll-up doors run $1,000 to $7,000.[1] Carriage-style doors that swing outward also need clear space in front of the garage, which matters on a short driveway.
Insulated or not
If the garage will be heated, used as a workshop, or sits under a bedroom, an insulated door is worth it. HomeAdvisor says upgrading to an insulated door costs $600 to $3,000 depending on the insulation and door size, and that door insulation is rated in R-values from 0 to 20.[1] An insulated steel door is also stiffer and quieter than a single-skin door.
On an attached garage, the door is the largest opening in the building envelope next to the house. Even if the garage stays unheated, a better-sealed door keeps the room next to it more comfortable. If you are insulating the garage walls anyway, an uninsulated door undoes much of that work.
The opener
HomeAdvisor puts the average opener installation at $379, with most between $218 and $540.[4] The drive type sets most of that price.
| Opener type | Cost | What to know |
|---|---|---|
| Chain drive | $150 to $250 | Cheapest and loudest; needs regular lubrication |
| Belt drive | $160 to $350 | Much quieter; often includes battery backup |
| Screw drive | $150 to $300 | Few moving parts; dislikes temperature swings |
| Direct drive | $280 to $500 | Quietest; lifts heavier doors |
HomeAdvisor notes that federal rules have required safety sensors on new garage doors since 1993, so every modern opener includes them, and that a battery backup adds $50 to $150 if your opener doesn't have one. On a new installation, you may also need an electrician to add an outlet at the ceiling for the opener.[4] On a new garage, that outlet should be on the electrical plan from the start. Our guide to wiring a garage covers the rest of the circuits.
Labor and what a quote should include
HomeAdvisor puts installation labor at $200 to $500 per door, $350 on average, usually as a flat fee. On a replacement it normally covers removing the old door. If not, removal and disposal add $50 to $200.[1] On a new garage there is nothing to remove, but check that the quote covers the tracks, springs, weatherstripping and the trim around the opening.
If your garage builder is supplying the door, ask for the make, model, insulation value and gauge in writing. “Garage door, allowance $1,500” on a bid is easy to compare on price and impossible to compare on quality. The same goes for the opener: belt or chain, and whether the price includes a keypad and two remotes.
Putting a number on it
For a typical two-car garage with one insulated 16-foot steel door and a belt-drive opener, a budget of about $2,500 covers the middle of the published ranges. Two insulated single doors with two openers will come in higher. A wood carriage-house door can easily reach $5,000 or more before the opener.
In our garage cost calculator you choose the number of doors, their width and a grade (basic, standard or premium), and the opener is added per door. The research behind the calculator explains how the door grade places a door within the published range.
Pick the number of doors, their size and grade, and see the full garage cost with your state’s labor rates.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a new garage door cost installed?
HomeAdvisor puts the average at $1,231, with most installations between $754 and $1,707. A two-car door runs $800 to $5,000 depending on material and features.
Is one double garage door cheaper than two single doors?
Usually. HomeAdvisor notes two one-car doors may cost more than one two-car door, and two doors need two openers. Two doors give each car its own entry and a shorter header over each opening.
How much does a garage door opener cost to install?
HomeAdvisor reports an average of $379, with most between $218 and $540. Chain drives are cheapest; belt and direct drives are quieter.
Is an insulated garage door worth it?
If the garage is heated, used as a workshop or attached to living space, yes. HomeAdvisor puts the upgrade at $600 to $3,000 depending on size and insulation.
How tall should a garage door be?
Seven feet clears most cars. Choose 8 feet for lifted trucks, vans or roof racks, and decide before framing. Openers need an extension kit for doors over 7 feet.
Sources
- HomeAdvisor, "How Much Does Garage Door Replacement Cost?", updated June 17, 2026 Verified
- HomeAdvisor, "How Much Does It Cost to Build a Garage?", updated June 17, 2026 Verified
- HomeGuide, "How Much Does It Cost to Build a Garage?", January 15, 2026 Verified
- HomeAdvisor, "Garage Door Opener Installation Cost", updated June 20, 2026 Verified
Figures last checked October 25, 2026. National averages are a planning guide, not a quote. See our editorial policy and data sources.
