Garage Door Replacement Cost in Philadelphia (2026)
Average cost in Philadelphia
$908 – $2,997
$1,093 – $1,674 per sq ft
In Philadelphia, the average is $1,398 and most projects cost between $908 and $2,997, or about $1,093 – $1,674 per sq ft. Prices are before tax and based on 12 sources.
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedDoor panels, tracks, and hardware
57%
Professional installation and alignment
32%
City of Philadelphia L&I permits
7%
Old door removal and haul-away
4%
Sales Tax at 6%
📋What's Included
ScopeTypically 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.
🧮Estimate your project
LiveYour estimate in Philadelphia
Likely range $908 – $2,997
- Materials57%$797
- Labor32%$447
- Permits & Fees7%$98
- Disposal4%$56
Single-car steel (basic)
$1,398
Double-car steel
$2,078
Insulated premium
$2,758
Custom wood / glass
$4,232
Calibrated to 12 researched sources for Philadelphia. Before tax. Real quotes vary with site conditions.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$1,342
Today
$1,398
Garage Door Replacement in Philadelphia is ↑ 4.2% compared to roughly a year ago — about $56 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 Philadelphia
Verified providersAmerican Garage Door Supplies & Repairs
4900 Rhawn St, Philadelphia, PA 19136, USA
411 reviews
garage door service repairs inc
7159 Torresdale Ave #2nd, Philadelphia, PA 19135, USA
185 reviews
Experts Garage Doors
1427 N Carlisle St, Philadelphia, PA 19121, USA
938 reviews
Overhead Garage Doors
1425 Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19145, USA
669 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, the City of Philadelphia requires a permit if the replacement involves structural modifications, resizing the opening, or if the property is in a historic district. Fees typically range from $100 to $250.
A standard double-car garage door (16x7) in Philadelphia averages between $2,186 and $3,348 installed, compared to $1,093 to $1,674 for a single-car door.
For Philadelphia's historic rowhomes, custom wood doors that match architectural standards average $2,500, with premium carriage-style models often exceeding $2,800.
Typically no. A new garage door opener installation in Philadelphia is a separate expense, averaging $411, with a range of $269 to $585 depending on the model and features.
📊Our Methodology
How we collect dataAggregated from 5+ verified web sources and cost databases
Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides
Government construction and labor statistics
Community-reported project costs and reviews
Last data collection: 1 months 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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