When people call us to fix or replace their garage door, the first question they usually have is what the door repair will cost. It depends on the job, but we can give an estimate over the phone, or if you have us come look at it, we can give you a free quote. Just give us a call, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for emergency repair issues, or book an appointment online for anything from a tune-up to designing and installing a custom new garage door.

Garage door repair cost depends largely on the type of repair and the model of the garage door. Some repairs, such as debris in the door or a door off track, are fairly easy to fix. Broken panels, opener replacement, or damaged torsion springs will cost more. These door repairs are more in-depth and also place more safety risks on the technician. But don’t worry – we’re 100% certified and insured in case of accidents.

Cost of a given garage door repair is generally weighed out according to the time required to fix it and the expense of the replacement materials required. Minimum costs start around $50. The average homeowner pays between $156 and $211. People rarely spend over $500, unless they need an entirely new garage door installed.

What About the Price of a New Garage Door?

Garage door prices will vary considerably, depending on what the panel is made of and where you live. But for the most part, a garage door replacement will run between $400 and $4,000. A few different reports have found that, nationally, the average homeowner spends about $1,200 on installing a new garage door. Installing a new garage door is a sizable investment, but it’s got the best ROI of any home improvement – nearly dollar for dollar.

Here are a few other things that can affect the price of a new garage door:

• Insulated doors with high R-value to help keep cold and hot air out of your garage and home.
• Steel garage doors come in varying thickness measured in gauges. Higher gauges or thicker panels will cost more.
• The type of garage door opener you choose, including HP and any extra features like high-cycle or smart technology. And don’t forget the opener battery backup.
• Wooden carriage house style garage doors are the most expensive garage door to install, and often come with the highest maintenance and repair costs.
• Any extra features you choose like custom windows or UV treatments will add to the total cost.
• New garage door openers in California are legally required to have a battery backup system.

Those are just a few examples. Fortunately, you have many options when it comes to choosing a new garage door, so the cost can be very flexible. If you want to play around with ideas, you can try our Design Your Door feature. But don’t feel overwhelmed with all the options; a quick consultation with a garage door professional like us can give you a lot of direction.

At SACS GARAGE DOOR REPAIR, we take great pride in helping our customers in any way we can. If you’re looking for a certain type of garage door, or you just want something within your budget, feel free to give us a call, and we’ll gladly walk you through choosing the right door for your home or business. We can also provide you with a free quote if you’d like us to install the garage door for you.

The Different Types of Garage Door Materials

There are two main types of overhead garage doors- steel doors and wooden doors. Steel garage doors need to be completely replaced if there is structural damage. However, if it’s just a dented door panel, you can repair it yourself so long as you want the door painted. Wooden garage doors are usually composed of panels, so only that panel needs to be replaced. 

Steel doors are hardier, so need to be replaced less. Overhead doors made of steel cost less, are low-maintenance, and are coated for rust-resistance. Customized wooden garage doors tend to be the most expensive kind of overhead door. They’re also heavy, so require more robust garage door openers, and they’re higher maintenance than steel.

Live in Rocklin and the Greater Sacramento area? Give us a call today for a free estimate on your garage door design and installation.

The Style of Garage Door You Install Affects the Cost

There are several types of overhead doors besides single vs double doors. Between tilt-ups, carriage style, aluminum and glass, and many more, the cost of a garage door will vary according to size, mechanism and demand.

• A typical sectional roll-up door replacement costs between $750 and $2500, depending on material, insulation, size and labor costs in your area.
• Tilt-up garage doors cost anywhere from $500 to $2000, depending on the same variables.
• A single panel overhead door replacement is a bit more economical, the cost of the garage door installation falling between $400 and $1200. Why? Well, single panel garage doors are typically manually opened, so infrastructure is simpler. These garage doors are mostly used on older homes and smaller garages.
• Full-view aluminum and glass garage doors are all the rage for their modern and high-end vibe. Installation of one of these overhead doors will cost you between $800 and $6000.
• Carriage style garage doors are also on trend as homeowners are turning to historic styles to revamp their home or to give it more character. A garage door installation in this style will run you $1000 to $6000. 

These aren’t your only choices for a new garage door, but they’re the most common choices people make. When choosing a style of garage door, you have to think about how the garage door is made and how it works. The more intricate and automated the garage door opener system is, the higher the cost. These variables will also affect future costs of garage door repair, so the differences aren’t just up front.

The More Garage Doors You Need, the Bigger Budget You Need

If you’re lucky enough to have a 2.5 or 3 car garage, we’re not talking about the same range of costs anymore, because now you have multiple garage door installations, garage door springs and garage door opener systems to contend with. The costs of garage door installation pretty much double for every additional door you’re replacing. In the case of multiple garage doors, the labor costs don’t affect the price nearly as much as the materials.

Garage Door Insulation is Important — Even in California

You might think living in Sacramento that you don’t need insulation on a garage door. But if you are thinking about installing a new garage door, we strongly urge you to consider it. Insulation doesn’t just keep warm air in during the winter; it keeps hot air out during the summer, and it ensures that the 94% humidity of outside can’t get into your 30% humidity home. 

If your garage is attached to the house, an insulated door keeps your garage from getting too hot, which in turn makes it easier to cool your house. Insulated garage doors are energy-efficient because you’ll be able to run your air conditioner less and spend less on electricity. Plus, your garage will be a more comfortable space to be in. These savings can be significant over time, plus you’re being energy-conscious, which is never a bad thing.

Other Considerations for Garage Door Repair or Replacement Costs

The good news is, we can make a garage door solution for any budget. And that doesn’t mean your new garage door will be any less attractive, functional or convenient. With all the options available, and proper installation, creating a custom garage door is as easy as it’s ever been. 

At the same time, we get it – a new garage door costs a lot. If we can repair your garage door, we will. Most doors are salvageable, and we already saw the cost of garage door repair is very manageable. So, whatever your concerns about garage door-related expenses, let us take care of it – we can give you free quotes so you know what to expect, and we can perform any garage door service you need.