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Cost guide · Updated 2026

How much does garage door repair cost?

Most garage door repairs cost $125 to $290, including parts and labor, with a national average of about $207. Many companies charge a $70 to $100 minimum even when no parts are needed.

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National averages

Garage Door Repair · 2026

  • Torsion springs, pair

    $200–$290

  • Extension springs

    $50–$95

  • Opener repair

    $75–$300

  • Cables or chain

    $85–$200

Typical, per repair

$125–$290

Sourced from published data

Typical price

Typical price

$125–$290

per repair · source: HomeGuide

Price ranges
  • Torsion springs, pair$200–$290
  • Extension springs$50–$95
  • Opener repair$75–$300
  • Cables or chain$85–$200
  • Replace tracks$125–$300
  • Replace a panel$250–$800
  • Safety sensor$85–$100

National averages. Labor costs differ a lot from one area to the next, so use these to sanity-check a quote, then compare two or three local pros for the same job.

Garage Door Repair prices, national averages
JobTypical price
Torsion springs, pairHomeGuide$200–$290
Extension springsHomeGuide$50–$95
Opener repairHomeGuide$75–$300
Cables or chainHomeGuide$85–$200
Replace tracksHomeGuide$125–$300
Replace a panelHomeGuide$250–$800
Safety sensorHomeGuide$85–$100
New openerHomeGuide$300–$900

What changes the price

  • Which part failed: springs, cables, opener, track or panel
  • Door size, weight and material
  • Parts quality, like higher-cycle springs
  • Same-day, evening or weekend calls
  • Where you live. Local labor costs, demand and travel time move prices up or down from the national average.

How to pay less

  • Replace both springs at once on a two-spring door. You pay one service call instead of two.
  • Fix several problems in the same visit, since most companies have a minimum charge.
  • Check the simple things first: remote batteries, a blocked safety sensor or the door's manual lock.
  • Get a second opinion if a broken spring turns into a pitch for a whole new door.
  • Compare at least two or three quotes for the same scope. Pros on Job Hound never pay for leads, so no lead fee is built into their price.

FAQ

Garage Door Repair cost questions

How much does garage door repair cost?

Most garage door repairs cost $125 to $290, including parts and labor, with a national average of about $207. Many companies charge a $70 to $100 minimum even when no parts are needed.

How much does it cost to replace garage door springs?

Replacing two torsion springs costs $200 to $290. Extension springs cost $50 to $95 to replace.

How much does garage door opener repair cost?

Opener repairs cost $75 to $300. If the opener can't be fixed, a new one costs $300 to $900 installed.

Is it cheaper to repair or replace a garage door?

Repair is almost always cheaper. Most repairs cost $125 to $290, while a new standard two-car door costs $800 to $1,800.

Sources

Published national estimates, last checked 2026-11-11. Your quote depends on your job and your area.

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Garage Door Repair Cost (2026): Prices & What to Expect