Quick Answer

Garage Door Replacement Cost in Houston (2026)

Average cost in Houston

US$1,850avg

US$800 — US$4,500

US$900 — US$2,200 per sq ft

+3.2% YoY
8 sources
Updated 3 days ago
Greater Houston

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Materials

Door panels, tracks, and hardware

US$500 — US$2,800

55%

Labor

Professional installation and alignment

US$250 — US$800

25%

Garage Door Opener

New unit and motor installation

US$200 — US$600

12%

Permits and Inspections

City of Houston fees and wind certification

US$40 — US$300

5%

Disposal

Removal and haul-away of old door

US$50 — US$150

3%

🧾Sales Tax (6.25%) — Texas
Base cost + $116 tax$1,966

Sales Tax at 6.25%

📋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.

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Estimated Cost

US$1,700

US$1,360 — US$2,040

Based on 8 sources and market data for Houston. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

US$1,793

Today

US$1,850

Garage Door Replacement in Houston is 3.2% compared to roughly a year ago — about US$57 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 Houston

Verified providers
🔨

Easy Garage Door Repair

5757 Woodway Dr Unit 301B, Houston, TX 77057, USA

5.0
★★★★★

581 reviews

🔨

Same Day Garage Door Service & Repair

4905 N Shepherd Dr #2, Houston, TX 77018, USA

4.9
★★★★½

745 reviews

🔨

Garage Door Service Master

8950 Westpark Dr Ste 307, Houston, TX 77063, USA

4.9
★★★★½

415 reviews

🔨

Veteran Garage Door Repair

5750 Royalton St Ste C, Houston, TX 77081, USA

4.9
★★★★½

192 reviews

🔨

Action Garage Door Repair Specialists

5222 FM 1960 W #222C, Houston, TX 77069, USA

4.9
★★★★½

643 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, if the replacement involves structural changes or new electrical work. Basic permits start at $40-$91, while projects with structural modifications can cost approximately 1% of the project value.

High humidity (often 90%+) causes standard steel to rust and wood to warp. Experts recommend insulated steel with moisture-resistant coatings or composite materials, which can add $300-$500 to the base cost but double the lifespan.

In coastal zones like Galveston County and parts of League City, TDI-certified wind-rated doors are mandatory. These upgrades typically cost $200-$500 more than standard doors, plus $150-$300 for a windstorm inspection.

Garage door replacement remains a top home improvement for ROI in Texas, typically recouping 90% to 102% of its cost at resale due to significant curb appeal impact.

📊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 days 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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