Last reviewed: March 2026
If you’re shopping for a new garage door in San Diego, you’ll quickly discover that pricing varies enormously — from under $1,000 to well over $10,000. Here’s a realistic breakdown to help you budget, based on what we see every day serving the San Diego and Riverside County markets.
| Door Type | Single (8-9 ft) | Double (16 ft) |
|---|---|---|
| Basic steel (non-insulated) | $700 – $1,000 | $900 – $1,400 |
| Steel insulated (R-12 to R-16) | $1,000 – $1,800 | $1,400 – $2,500 |
| Carriage house style | $1,200 – $2,500 | $1,800 – $3,500 |
| Wood (cedar, mahogany) | $2,000 – $4,000 | $3,000 – $6,000+ |
| Aluminum & glass (modern) | $2,500 – $5,000 | $3,500 – $7,000+ |
| Custom / specialty | $3,000+ | $5,000 – $12,000+ |
These ranges include professional installation. Prices reflect San Diego market conditions as of early 2026.
Steel is the most affordable and popular. Wood and aluminum/glass are premium options. Composite (faux wood) falls in the middle, offering the look of wood without the maintenance — particularly smart for coastal San Diego homes where real wood deteriorates faster.
Non-insulated doors are the cheapest but offer no thermal or noise benefit. For San Diego’s climate, an R-value of 8-12 is a good balance of cost and performance. If your garage is attached to your home (most are), insulation makes a noticeable difference in comfort and energy bills.
Standard sizes (8x7, 9x7, 16x7) are the most affordable. Non-standard heights, extra-wide openings, or RV-height doors cost more because they require custom ordering.
Basic raised-panel doors are the most affordable. Adding windows, decorative hardware, woodgrain finishes, or specialty panel designs increases the cost. That said, these upgrades often have the biggest impact on curb appeal.
A straightforward replacement (new door on existing tracks with existing opener) is the most affordable installation. If tracks need replacing, the opening needs modification, structural reinforcement is needed, or the opener should be upgraded simultaneously, costs increase accordingly.
A new garage door consistently ranks as one of the highest-ROI home improvements. The latest Remodeling Magazine Cost vs. Value report shows garage door replacement recovering approximately 90-100% of its cost at resale. In San Diego’s competitive housing market, strong curb appeal directly impacts how quickly a home sells and at what price.
Online estimates can only get you so far. For an accurate price, we recommend an in-home measurement and consultation. We’ll assess your opening, discuss your style preferences and budget, and provide a written quote with no obligation. Schedule your free estimate or call (800) 576-1397.
Steel insulated doors in the carriage house style are the most popular choice in the San Diego market. They offer a classic look, excellent thermal performance, and low maintenance — typically in the $1,400–$2,500 range for a double-wide door, installed.
Yes. Garage door replacement consistently ranks as one of the highest-ROI home improvements, recovering approximately 90–100% of cost at resale according to the Remodeling Magazine Cost vs. Value Report. In San Diego's competitive housing market, curb appeal directly impacts sale price.
A straightforward replacement (new door on existing tracks) typically takes 3–5 hours. If tracks, springs, or the opener also need replacing, or if the opening requires modification, allow a full day.
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