Garage doors
Garage door replacement (16x7 double door): what it costs in Massachusetts
How this range is built
| Part of the job | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Parts and materials | $900 | $3,500 |
| Labor: 4 to 8 hours × $100 to $140 an hour | $400 | $1,120 |
| Fees: disposal, permits, supplies | $0 | $250 |
| Total, rounded | $1,300 | $4,875 |
The hourly rate is the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 average pay for this trade in Boston, $39.07 an hour, times 2.6 to 3.6 to cover what a contractor bills (overhead, tools, insurance, profit). Materials are a band from basic to high-end. Full method.
Not a repair shop, estimates only. Typical range, estimate. Not a quote. Your home, materials and contractor change the number.
Replace an entire garage door including tracks, springs, hardware and installation.
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What is usually included
- New door sections
- Tracks, springs, rollers
- Removal and disposal
- Weatherstripping
- Opener reconnect
What moves the price
- Insulated vs non-insulated
- Windows and style
- Wind-load rating
- Opener reconnect or new
Questions to ask before you say yes
- Is removal and haul-away included?
- What insulation R-value?
- What warranty?
- Do you install new tracks?
Can you do it yourself?
Not a DIY; the heavy panels and the spring under tension can cause serious injury.
Common questions
How long does it take?
Most doors are replaced in half a day to a day. Adding a new opener or track work can add some time.
Insulated worth it?
For an attached or heated garage, yes. It cuts noise, keeps the space warmer and makes the door stronger, at a modest extra cost.
Do I need a new opener?
Not always. If the opener is in good shape and rated for the new door's weight, it can stay. Old openers may lack safety sensors.
How much does garage door replacement (16x7 double door) cost in Massachusetts?
A typical range is $1,300 to $4,875. It is an estimate built from labor wages and material prices, not a quote.
Typical range in 10 metro areas
Only the labor rate changes between cities. Same parts, same hours.
| Area | Typical range, estimate |
|---|---|
| Boston area, Massachusetts | $1,300 to $4,875 |
| New York City area | $1,300 to $4,875 |
| Los Angeles area, California | $1,300 to $4,850 |
| Chicago area, Illinois | $1,300 to $4,925 |
| Houston area, Texas | $1,150 to $4,475 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth area, Texas | $1,150 to $4,450 |
| Phoenix area, Arizona | $1,200 to $4,600 |
| Atlanta area, Georgia | $1,150 to $4,475 |
| Miami area, Florida | $1,175 to $4,525 |
| Seattle area, Washington | $1,300 to $4,925 |