Asking the price of a new garage door is a very broad question, almost like asking the price of a new house. A garage door in Seattle costs, on average, between $700 and $1,500, not including installation.

Why is there such a range? The price depends on the following garage door cost components.

1. Material. A key factor is the materialyou choose. Here is a list in order of cost, from lowest to highest:

• steel
• aluminum
• natural wood
• faux or composite wood
• fiberglass
• vinyl
• high-end wood

2. Size. Standard dimensions are 7-8feet high and 8-10’wide for a single garage door (15-17’ wide for double). Obviously, double doors will be more expensive, as will non-standard sizes.

3. Style and quality. Garage doors are usually a very visible part of your home’s frontage. A distinctive style–such as barn dooror carriage door –although pricey, is aworthwhile investment in terms of curb appeal. High quality doors not only look better, but also tend to last longer.

4. Custom features. Attractive and useful special featuresare optional extras. Examples are:a keypad, pass door, windows (made of plain, shatterproof, or frosted glass), insulation, decorative panels, designer hardware, murals, or custom colors.

5. Pro installation. While professional installation can add a labor cost of about $200-500 per door, this additional charge is well worth it. Installing garage doors is a tricky, potentially dangerous job and it’s essential to get it done right.