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How much does a garage door cost?

  • R16,000 – R30,000
    Double aluminium garage door (installation and automation)
  • R10,000 – R18,000
    Single aluminium door (installation and automation)
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At Procompare, we have been tracking prices and seasonal trends for many years. Based on our proprietary data of historical project costs (acquired from thousands of our Pros) and other cost data from various respectable sources, we have put together a 2024 garage door cost guide, where we have gathered all the necessary information for you to make the best possible decision.


Double aluminium garage door (installation and automation)

  • R16,000 – R30,000

This is the price for a double aluminium garage door, including installation and automation. Standard double door opening size is: 4880 (w) x 2130 (h). The price depends on the type of garage door (sectional, roll-up, up-and-over, etc.), the exact dimensions of the garage door, and the chosen garage automation kit. Aluminium garage doors are becoming a popular option, because they are resistant, yet much lighter than other materials. On average, expect to be charged between R16,000 and R30,000 for a double aluminium garage door.

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Garage door motor for sectional and tip-up doors

  • R2000 – R3000

This is the price for a garage motor for sectional and tip-up doors. The final price largely depends on the brand, model, and power of the selected system and any add-ons. The cost of a garage door motor typically runs from R2000 to R3000, averaging at R2500.

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Single aluminium door (installation and automation)

  • R10,000 – R18,000

This is the price for a single aluminium garage door, including installation and automation. Standard single garage door opening size is: 2440 (w) x 2130 (h). The price depends on the type of garage door (sectional, roll-up, up-and-over, etc.), the exact dimensions of the garage door, and the chosen garage automation kit. Aluminium garage doors are becoming a popular option, because they are resistant, yet much lighter than other materials. On average, expect to be charged between R10,000 and R18,000 for a single aluminium garage door.

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Double chromadek garage door (installation and automation)

  • R10,000 – R12,000

This is the price for a double chromadek garage door, including installation and automation. Standard double door opening size is: 4880 (w) x 2130 (h). The price depends on the type of garage door (sectional, roll-up, up-and-over, etc.), the exact dimensions of the garage door, and the chosen garage automation kit. Chromadek is a cost-effective, yet durable option. It is made of a combination of aluminium and zinc and thus lightweight and rust-resistant. The average cost of a double chromadek garage door is R11,000, or typically between R10,000 and R12,000.

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Single chromadek door (installation and automation)

  • R6000 – R8000

This is the price for a single chromadek garage door, including installation and automation. Standard single garage door opening size is: 2440 (w) x 2130 (h). The price depends on the type of garage door (sectional, roll-up, up-and-over, etc.), the exact dimensions of the garage door, and the chosen garage automation kit. Chromadek is a cost-effective, yet durable option. It is made of a combination of aluminium and zinc and thus lightweight and rust-resistant. For a single chromadek garage door, expect to pay between R6000 and R8000.

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Double meranti (wooden) garage door (installation and automation)

  • R16,000 – R26,000

This is the price for a double meranti garage door, including installation and automation. Standard double door opening size is: 4880 (w) x 2130 (h). The price depends on the type of garage door (sectional, roll-up, up-and-over, etc.), the exact dimensions of the garage door, and the chosen garage automation kit. Meranti garage doors are a popular choice in South Africa, because they are resistant and durable and give a certain air of sophistication to a home. Depending on the species of wood, style, inlays, and finishes, meranti garage doors can be a costly option. On average, expect to be charged between R16,000 and R26,000 for a double meranti garage door.

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Single wooden garage door (installation and automation)

  • R10,000 – R14,000

This is the price for a single wooden garage door, including installation and automation. Standard single garage door opening size is: 2440 (w) x 2130 (h). The price depends on the type of garage door (sectional, roll-up, up-and-over, etc.), the exact dimensions of the garage door, and the chosen garage automation kit. Wooden garage doors are resilient, yet have a sophisticated appearance. The main drawback is the regular maintenance of the door. The average cost is usually R12,000.

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Double garage door installation

  • R3000 – R6000

This is the price for the installation of a double garage door (labour only). Standard double door opening size is: 4880 (w) x 2130 (h). The price depends on the type of garage door (sectional, roll-up, up-and-over, etc.) and material used, the size of the garage door, and the opening system (automatic or manual door). For double garage door installation, expect to pay between R3000 and R6000.

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Single garage door installation

  • R2000 – R2500

This is the price for the installation of a single garage door (labour only). Standard single garage door opening size is: 2440 (w) x 2130 (h). The price depends on the type of garage door (sectional, roll-up, up-and-over, etc.) and material used, the size of the garage door, and the opening system (automatic or manual door). Single garage door installation costs range between R2000 and R2500 with an average of R2250.

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Recent jobs for garage doors

New installation or replacement

  • City or suburb where you need the service: Durban North, Durban
  • How many garage doors do you need?: 2
  • Door size: Single
  • Door material: Wood
  • Would you like automated or manual doors?: Automated

I HAVE YOUR WOOD DOORS . I NEED NEW UPGRADE FOR BOTH DOORS WITH LATEST MODELS. THANKS

New installation or replacement

  • City or suburb where you need the service: Cape Town
  • How many garage doors do you need?: 1
  • Door size: Single
  • Door material: Aluminium
  • Would you like automated or manual doors?: Automated

New installation or replacement

  • City or suburb where you need the service: Westonaria
  • How many garage doors do you need?: 2
  • Door size: Single
  • Door material: Aluminium
  • Would you like automated or manual doors?: Manual

New installation or replacement

  • City or suburb where you need the service: Pretoria
  • How many garage doors do you need?: 2
  • Door size: Single
  • Door material: Aluminium
  • Would you like automated or manual doors?: Automated

New installation or replacement

  • City or suburb where you need the service: Randfontein
  • How many garage doors do you need?: 2
  • Door size: Single
  • Door material: Steel
  • Would you like automated or manual doors?: Automated

New installation or replacement

  • City or suburb where you need the service: Pretoria
  • How many garage doors do you need?: 1
  • Door size: Double
  • Door material: I will discuss this with the Pro

Hi. I have a carport, but I want to add a garage door (aluzinc or wooden option) to make it an enclosed space. Are you able to do this and how much would it cost? The carport parks 2 cars side by side. See attached pics. Don't mind the blue car. It belongs to a visitor.

New installation or replacement

  • City or suburb where you need the service: Lenasia South
  • How many garage doors do you need?: 1
  • Door size: Double
  • Door material: Wood
  • Would you like automated or manual doors?: Automated

New installation or replacement

  • City or suburb where you need the service: Johannesburg
  • How many garage doors do you need?: 3
  • Door material: Alu-zinc

New installation or replacement

  • City or suburb where you need the service: Orange Grove, Johannesburg
  • How many garage doors do you need?: 1
  • Door size: Single
  • Door material: Alu-zinc
  • Would you like automated or manual doors?: Manual

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New installation or replacement

  • City or suburb where you need the service: Panorama Gardens, Pietermaritzburg
  • How many garage doors do you need?: 2
  • Door material: Fibreglass
  • Would you like automated or manual doors?: Automated