Quick Answer

Garage Door Replacement Cost in Denver (2026)

Average cost in Denver

$2,022avg

$791 – $9,200

$800 – $4,500 per sq ft

In Denver, the average is $2,022 and most projects cost between $791 and $9,200, or about $800 – $4,500 per sq ft. Prices are before tax and based on 8 sources.

+5.2% YoY
8 sources
Updated 3 weeks ago
Front Range

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Materials

Insulated steel or wood door panels and hardware

$400 – $6,500

58%

Labor

Professional installation and track alignment

$350 – $800

26%

Permits & Inspections

Denver Community Planning & Development fees

$75 – $300

6%

Local Taxes

Denver sales tax (8.81%) on materials

$35 – $570

7%

Disposal

Removal and haul-away of old door

$50 – $150

3%

🧾Sales Tax (2.9%) — Colorado
Base cost + $59 tax$2,081

Sales Tax at 2.9%

📋What's Included

Scope

Typically Includes

  • Standard steel garage door
  • Tracks & hardware
  • Spring system
  • Weather stripping
  • Labor & installation
  • Old door removal

Typically Excludes

  • Smart opener or motor
  • Insulated or premium doors
  • Custom designs or windows
  • Extra doors
  • Electrical work

Based on a standard 16x7 ft double garage door in steel.

🧮Estimate your project

Live
doors
Door Type
Opener
Window Insets

Your estimate in Denver

$2,022

Likely range $910 – $4,448

  • Materials58%$1,173
  • Labor26%$526
  • Permits & Inspections6%$121
  • Local Taxes7%$142
  • Disposal3%$61

Single-car steel (basic)

$2,022

Double-car steel

$3,006

Insulated premium

$3,990

Custom wood / glass

$6,121

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Calibrated to 8 researched sources for Denver. Before tax. Real quotes vary with site conditions.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$1,922

Today

$2,022

Garage Door Replacement in Denver is ↑ 5.2% compared to roughly a year ago — about $100 more on the average project.

Comparison derived from the year-over-year change rate, not a month-by-month price index. We don't store historical snapshots yet — when we do, this will become a real time series.

🏢Top Garage Door Contractors in Denver

Verified providers
🔨

Smart Garage Door Service

1489 S Broadway Unit G, Denver, CO 80210, USA

5.0
★★★★★

254 reviews

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Harmony Garage Door Repair Denver

1330 Logan St #205, Denver, CO 80203, USA

5.0
★★★★★

296 reviews

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LOCAL FIRST GARAGE

1927 Hooker St Unit A, Denver, CO 80204, USA

5.0
★★★★★

285 reviews

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Mountain View Doors

18596 Longs Way Suite B1, Parker, CO 80134, USA

5.0
★★★★★

743 reviews

🔨

Efficiency Garage Door Service

5505 E Evans Ave, Denver, CO 80222, USA

4.9
★★★★½

442 reviews

Provider data sourced from public business directories. Ratings and reviews are public and may change. LookupCost is not affiliated with listed providers.

💬What People Actually Paid

Community

❓Common Questions

Yes, Denver requires a building permit for most garage door replacements, especially if structural work or new electrical wiring for an opener is involved. Fees typically range from $75 to $300 depending on the project valuation.

Due to Colorado's extreme temperature swings and frequent hailstorms, local experts recommend insulated doors (R-value 14-18) and reinforced steel. While these add $300-$800 to the base cost, they prevent warping and reduce energy bills.

Labor for a standard installation in Denver typically costs between $350 and $700. Rates may be higher in older neighborhoods like Capitol Hill or Highlands where custom framing adjustments are often required.

Local contractors suggest the '50% Rule': if a repair estimate exceeds $1,470 (roughly 50% of a mid-range replacement) and the door is over 15 years old, a full replacement is more cost-effective.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 5+ verified web sources and cost databases

2

Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides

3

Government construction and labor statistics

4

Community-reported project costs and reviews

Last data collection: 3 weeks ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in USD.

About this data

Cost figures are estimates synthesized from public market data using AI research and refreshed regularly. Real project costs vary by scope, materials, contractor, and site conditions. Always get verified quotes from licensed contractors for your specific project.

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