A new garage door can do a lot to enhance your home’s curb appeal. But replacing a garage door can be costly. 

Of course, garage door installation costs will vary depending on the type and style of door you buy, whether you need to repair or replace the hardware that allows the door to open and close smoothly, and even whether you need to resize the doorway or reframe the exterior. Let’s dig into some of the main variables in garage door replacement costs, so you can plan and budget for this important home improvement project. 

What Does a Garage Door Replacement Cost?

• If you don’t have a home warranty, garage doors range in cost.
• The materials that the garage door is made of
• The workmanship involved in crafting and installing the garage doors
• Local labor costs in your area
• Any prep work that must be done before the new door can be installed

Pro tip: If you live in a community with a homeowner’s association, you may be required to install a specific kind of garage door in order to comply with the bylaws. It’s wise to check with your homeowner’s association before undertaking a garage door replacement project. 

Garage doors can be a single-layer, or they can have multiple layers with insulation inside. Single-layer doors are the cheapest, but they’re also the least durable and offer the least insulation against the elements. Double- and triple-layer doors are more expensive to buy and install, but they’ll also typically last longer and can provide much more insulation, which is a key consideration based on your location and climate variables. If your garage is detached, insulation may not be a concern for you. But if your garage is attached to your home, a well-insulated garage door can help reduce energy costs and potentially save you money in the long run. 

The materials that a garage door is made of can also greatly impact its overall cost. The most expensive doors are custom-made, top-grade wooden doors made of redwood, hemlock, cedar, or mahogany. Fully loaded doors often include features like windows, shatterproof glass, trim and panels, and multiple colors. More expensive styles include carriage doors, French doors, and walk-through doors, while roll-ups and tilt-ups are typically less expensive.  

The price of a garage door can vary significantly depending on what material you choose. The least expensive option is wood composite, which has the added benefit of being paintable and resistant to dents; while steel doors are cheap but need insulation if they're going inside your home's temperature regulating needs should be taken into consideration before buying one since this will impact energy costs over time in addition as well any aesthetic damages done from neglectful maintenance practices such as rusting or nick marks left behind when people park outside without opening up their vehicle's trunk first so that way everything doesn't get knocked around by traffic passing. 

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