Garage Doors in Glasgow (1)

The average labour cost for a garage door installation is £350 - £650.

Alongside the professional installation fees, you will also need to pay for the garage door itself. The total supply and installation cost of a replacement garage door is £1,245 - £4,000, on average.

Here are the average prices for different garage door styles:

• Sectional steel garage doors – £1,000 (single) & £1,800 (double)

• Sectional insulated steel garage doors – £1,700 (single) & £2,500 (double)

• Roller doors – £1,075 (single) & £1,825 (double)

• Insulated aluminium roller doors – £1,150 (single)

• Side-hinged wooden doors – £1,900 (single)

• Side-hinged steel doors – £1,225 (single)

• Up and over steel doors – £550 (single) & £1,300 (double)

• Up and over wooden doors – £1,400 (single) & £2,400 (double)

As a general rule, garage door installers fit the door frame and door at the same time.

We recommend discussing your project with a professional to find out whether your garage door requires a new frame installation and whether this work comes with any additional cost.

Here are some average prices for the frame and installation of the most common types of garage door:

• Sectional garage doors – £1,000 - £2,500
• Roller garage doors – £1,075 - £1,825
• Side-hinged garage doors – £1,225 - £1,900
• Up and over garage doors – £550 - £2,400

The exact cost of framing and installing a garage door will depend on a number of factors, including:

• Size of the door
• Type and quality of material used
• Mechanism
• Any automation
• Any prep or repair work needed to complete the installation

To get accurate prices for your new garage door, we always recommend reaching out to at least three garage door fitters in Glasgow.

That way you can compare the quotes and make sure you’re paying a fair price for the work.

Read our replacement garage door cost guide for a closer look at current prices.

The average cost of an electric garage door is around £1,500 - £2,500. As with all garage doors, the price of an automatic garage door will be influenced by the following:

• Size
• Material
• Complexity of the automated mechanism
• Quality of the materials used.

Here are some of the reasons why an automatic garage door might be the right choice for your home:

• Electric garage doors are more difficult to open and therefore, offer a high level of security

• Automated opening mechanisms are more convenient

• Available in a wide range of styles and colours to suit any home

• Remote control access means you don’t have to get out of your car to park in the garage

Disadvantages of electric garage doors include:

• Initial installation process is usually more complex and costs more than a traditional manual garage door

• Maintenance of an electric garage door tends to be a bit more complicated than a manual door

• Automatic garage doors won’t work if there is a power cut

It is possible to install a side door in your garage. In fact, garage side doors have become an increasingly popular choice for homeowners in the UK.

Here are the benefits of a garage side door installation:

• More convenient access to your garage

• More flexible access to your garage, as you will not need to open the main door to get inside.

• Create access to your garage from another part of your property or outdoor space

• Quicker and easier to access than operating the main garage door

• Less wear and tear on your main garage door

• Increased fire safety in the event of a power cut (if you have an automatic garage door)

• Improved privacy for the contents of your garage

The average cost for installing a side garage door in the UK is somewhere in the region of £750 - £3,000. Side door installation costs are determined by the door’s size, material and size.

The time it takes to install a garage door is generally between 4 - 6 hours.

That being said, installation times are influenced by the following:

• The type of door

• Modifications needed - creating a larger opening for a bigger door, for example

• Whether it is a new installation or like-for-like replacement

• Number of installers working on the job

Ask for an estimated project time frame when hiring a garage door installer. A professional can provide you with a better idea of how long your installation will take.

There are typically three standard garage door sizes used here in the UK:

• Single garage door – 2,134mm x 2,134mm (7ft x 7ft)

• Double garage door – 4,267mm x 2,134mm (14ft x 7ft)

• Large double garage door – 4,877mm x 2,134mm (16ft x 7ft)

A single garage door is designed to accommodate a single vehicle of standard car size. A double garage door provides enough room for larger or multiple vehicles.

The following factors will determine your choice of garage door size:

• Width of your garage

• Door style

• Closing mechanism used

• Need for planning permission - this may be needed if a replacement garage door’s appearance and style differs significantly to the original door and neighbouring garage doors

Professional garage door installers will likely be able to offer advice on choosing the right door size for your property.

Installing a garage door yourself is not recommended.

Garage doors are heavy and often include complex opening mechanisms and electrical components. Unless you have previous experience, a DIY garage door installation can be dangerous.

Hiring a professional to install a garage door is generally the best option for homeowners. A skilled tradesperson will have the qualifications, tools and skills needed to install your new garage door safely.

We are here to help you find reputable tradespeople installing garage doors in Glasgow. Finding a high quality tradesperson is easy when you follow these simple steps:

• Trust word of mouth. Ask your friends and family for recommendations of reliable garage door installers who provide a high quality service. Search Checkatrade to verify your recommendations meet our high standards

• Read online reviews. Spend some time reading customer feedback and checking installer ratings before hiring a tradesperson

• Request several quotes. Approach several installers for cost estimates to find the best price for your garage door installation

• Ask questions. Check a tradesperson is qualified, insured and experienced before hiring them for your job

• Search Checkatrade. Find checked, monitored and guaranteed (T&Cs apply) garage door installers in our online directory. We only approve tradespeople who pass our quality checks and work to our high standards

Use our search tool or Post a Job feature to find reputable tradespeople installing garage doors in Glasgow.