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What Factors Into the Cost of a New Garage Door

04/5/2021

Considering garage doors are so essential to daily life, only need replaced every 15-30 years, and offer a near dollar-for-dollar ROI, you might expect them to cost more than they do! Along with curb appeal, a new, fully-functioning garage door increases safety, peace of mind, and control over your property (with so many “smart” systems allowing you to operate your garage door, even when you’re not at home.)

So, what does a new garage door install cost? That depends on quite a few things. But, there are three factors that will largely determine the expense range for a new garage door: size, insulation and material.

The Size of Your Garage Door Matters

Reports show that the average homeowner spends about $1000 on installing a new garage door, though the cost can be anywhere from a few hundred dollars for a base aluminum/vinyl 16×9, to 10 grand for custom sliding wooden carriage house doors. The number of doors and size of door(s) you need will obviously play a big role. A wide, two-door garage will cost more than a single one. 

The other thing to consider with the size of your garage door is how it affects the type of overhead door opener(s) you’ll need. When budgeting for a new garage door, you should always include the opener and installation in your cost estimate.

Deciding on Insulation for Your Garage Door

Insulated doors with high R-value to keep cold and hot air out (of your garage and home) can increase the cost, but help you save money in the long run. You might not think you need an insulated door in the Sacramento region, but you should consider the increased energy efficiency. An insulated door keeps your garage from getting too hot in the summer, making it easier to cool your house, allowing you to spend less on electricity. 

Wood garage doors have great insulating properties naturally, but steel garage doors definitely need filled with insulation to efficiently regulate the temperature in your garage. The other thing to consider when deciding whether to insulate your garage door is sound-proofing; insulated garage doors filter out way more noise than non-insulated ones.

Features of Different Garage Door Materials

Similarly, spending a bit more on high quality materials and a modern, updated look can certainly be worth the price, since it offers such a solid return. Your choices for garage door material are typically steel, aluminum, or wood: 

  • Steel garage door panels need to be completely replaced if damaged, but they are hardy and low-maintenance. Steel garage doors are also lightweight and affordable. 
  • Wood doors are great at insulation and sturdy. Customized wood doors are generally the most expensive and the most high-maintenance option of garage door material, but are susceptible to rot.
  • Aluminum garage doors are lightweight, rust-resistant, and when they dent, you can remove the dents yourself – no need to call a garage door repair pro.
  • There are also composite material options for garage doors, especially as you expand designs. For instance, glass and aluminum full-view overhead garage doors are trendy right now for their modern, versatile look, ability to work in residential and commercial garages, and their application for garages that have been turned into living spaces.

Don’t Forget to Factor in the New Garage Door Opener

There are a bunch of reasons to replace your garage door opener with a modern model, chief among them being safety and convenience. New garage door openers have smart features like:

  • Remote operation and monitoring
  • Motion sensing
  • Alarms and smartphone notifications
  • Integration with your home security system

New garage door openers are also much more energy efficient, and access is much more difficult to circumvent than old keypads and remotes. Plus, all new garage door installations in CA must be SB969-compliant, which means the garage door opener installed with the new garage door must include a battery backup unit. So, what’s your new garage door going to cost? Determine your answers to these questions and you’ll have a much better idea of the kind of budget you’ll need. For more information, a free quote or a consultation with one of our seasoned garage door installers, give us a call.

Are There Too Many Choices When Looking for a New Garage Door?

Do you need to replace your old garage door? If you’ve been looking around the internet at different vendors or other people’s homes for examples of different styles available, the choices might seem overwhelming. But it’s important to factor in the age of your garage, the style of the outside of your home, and whether or not you want features like smart home openers included in your replacement door. This is why it’s so important to set up an appointment with a well renowned garage door installer in your area. They can come to your home and give you personalized suggestions that can help narrow down your best choices and make you better informed before buying.

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