New Year, New Garage Door: Planning a Door Upgrade

If you've been putting off a garage door upgrade, the new year is a great time to make it happen. Here's how to plan it: Step 1: Assess Your Current Door Is it purely cosmetic damage, or are there functional issues? What's the age of the system? Step 2: Set Your Budget - Entry-level steel door installed: $800-$1,200 - Mid-range insulated door installed: $1,200-$2,000 - Premium wood or custom door installed: $2,000-$5,000+ Step 3: Choose Your Style Will you keep the same style or upgrade? This is a great opportunity to refresh your home's curb appeal. Step 4: Insulation Level Consider R-value based on how you use your garage and what's above it. Step 5: Opener Upgrade? If your opener is over 10 years old, consider replacing it at the same time — you'll save on labor. Step 6: Get Multiple Quotes Always get at least two quotes. Beware of anyone who pressures you to decide on the spot. At 1 Garage Doors, we offer free, no-pressure estimates. Call us to start your 2026 upgrade.