Homeowners ask CountBricks this question every day. Because every property, door style, and site condition is different, a blanket price rarely matches reality. Below, our residential construction experts break down real-world cost ranges, the factors that move the needle, and how CountBricks’ AI delivers pinpoint estimates in minutes—no spreadsheets, no guesswork.
National Residential Median
• Standard single-car steel door with basic opener: $1,200 – $1,800 installed
• Insulated double-car steel door with smart opener: $2,400 – $3,800 installed
• Custom wood or composite carriage style: $4,500 – $8,000+ installed
Prices above combine material, hardware, disposal, and labor at current market rates captured by CountBricks’ live pricing engine. Your exact figure may trend lower or higher based on the variables below.
1. Door Material
Steel is affordable and durable, while natural wood delivers curb appeal at a premium. Composite, aluminum, and glass sit between those poles.
2. Insulation (R-Value)
Upgrading from non-insulated to polyurethane-backed panels can add 15-25 %, but pays off in energy savings and quieter operation.
3. Opening Size & Framing Modifications
Converting a 7'×8' opening to an 8'×16' double door requires header, sheathing, and siding work—often doubling labor.
4. Opener & Smart Tech
• Chain-drive basic opener: $250 – $350
• Belt-drive Wi-Fi opener with battery backup: $450 – $650
• Full smart-home integration with camera: $700 – $900
5. Site Access & Disposal
Tight driveways, brick veneer removal, or asbestos siding raise labor hours and dump fees. CountBricks’ blueprint takeoff tool flags these conditions early so surprises never hit your invoice.
1. You speak: Launch the CountBricks mobile app and describe your existing door and the upgrade you want. Our conversational AI captures dimensions, material preferences, and opener specs in real time.
2. We measure: Upload a photo or PDF plan—CountBricks’ blueprint takeoff engine auto-detects opening sizes and structural elements.
3. Live pricing: The platform pulls market-specific material rates, supplier availability, and prevailing wage data for your ZIP code.
4. Instant output: Within minutes you receive a detailed line-item estimate and a homeowner-ready PDF quote branded with your logo.
• Choose a popular panel design—custom stamping increases lead time and price.
• Reuse existing tracks and springs when compatible and code compliant.
• Schedule installation during off-season months for contractor discounts.
• Bundle opener, keypads, and weather sealing to capture package pricing.
• Approve CountBricks’ digital quote within 30 days to lock live material rates.
Project: 16'×7' insulated steel door, belt-drive smart opener, standard trim replacement.
• Door panels and hardware: $1,950
• Opener package: $575
• Removal and disposal of existing door: $180
• Rough carpentry for new jambs: $240
• Finish trim and paint: $260
• Labor (8 crew hours): $720
Total CountBricks Estimate: $3,925
Because CountBricks refreshes supplier pricing daily, this figure remains accurate until materials shift by more than 2 %. You and your client always see the same real-time numbers inside the project portal.
• Voice-to-estimate workflow cuts office time by 70 %
• AI verifies code compliance for wind-load and fire-rating requirements
• One-click conversion from estimate to invoice speeds cashflow
• Cloud library tracks every door spec, finish, and photo for future service calls
Ready to know exactly how much for new garage door and installation on your next build or remodel? Log in or request a demo at CountBricks.com/services. Our team will load your vendor catalogs and have you generating bullet-proof quotes by tomorrow.
Challenge
The homeowner wanted a carriage-style wood door to match historic trim but feared ballooning costs.
CountBricks Solution
1. The contractor recorded a 45-second voice brief in the driveway, noting size, arch top, and desired stain grade.
2. CountBricks’ AI uploaded current cedar pricing and local labor rates, then suggested an insulated faux-wood composite that met HOA guidelines at 38 % less cost.
3. Within five minutes a side-by-side comparison was emailed to the homeowner for approval.
Outcome
• Final installed price: $5,480 versus the initial $8,900 wood estimate
• Installation completed two weeks faster thanks to in-stock composite panels
• Contractor secured payment at delivery using CountBricks’ automated invoice
• Verify headroom clearance—less than 12" may require low-profile tracks.
• Add perimeter weather stripping to curb drafts and pests.
• Opt for a DC motor opener for softer starts and longer spring life.
• Use CountBricks to bundle painting or siding touch-ups for true end-to-end pricing.
Garage doors are a high-impact, high-margin upgrade when estimated correctly. Let CountBricks remove the uncertainty. Create your free contractor profile at CountBricks.com/consultation, sync supplier catalogs, and start winning bids with transparent, homeowner-friendly pricing today.
