For UpDown Garage Doors, a basic new garage door installation in Colorado Springs starts around $900 plus tax for a single door and $1,600 plus tax for a double door. A typical mid-range vinyl-back insulated door is around $2,000 plus tax. The final price depends on the door, options, and installation.
Those numbers are UpDown Garage Doors' starting and typical pricing, not a universal price for every home. Garage openings, door construction, insulation, windows, finishes, and job requirements can all change the final quote.
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WHAT DOES A BASIC NEW GARAGE DOOR COST IN COLORADO SPRINGS?
When asked for a realistic starting point, Jared gave two straightforward numbers for UpDown's basic installed garage doors.
UPDOWN STARTING PRICE — SINGLE GARAGE DOOR
$900 + TAX
Starting price for a basic single garage door installed by UpDown Garage Doors. Final pricing depends on the specific door and project.
UPDOWN STARTING PRICE — DOUBLE GARAGE DOOR
$1,600 + TAX
Starting price for a basic double garage door installed by UpDown Garage Doors. Options and project requirements can change the total.
These are useful starting points because they give homeowners a realistic baseline before adding insulation, windows, special colors, custom designs, or other upgrades.
A basic double door starts around $1,600 plus tax, and a basic single door starts around $900 plus tax.
Jared Carter, Owner of UpDown Garage Doors
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WHAT DOES A TYPICAL MID-RANGE GARAGE DOOR COST?
Not every homeowner wants the least expensive door available. For someone looking for a step up from a basic door, Jared says a typical vinyl-back insulated garage door is around $2,000 plus tax through UpDown.
A COMMON MID-RANGE OPTION
AROUND $2,000 + TAX
Jared identifies a vinyl-back insulated door as a common mid-range choice around this price point. The exact cost still depends on door size, style, options, and the installation.
Insulation can be especially appealing when the homeowner wants a sturdier door, a more finished interior appearance, or more control over how quickly outdoor temperatures affect the garage.
If you are comparing basic and insulated options, UpDown can walk through the differences during a garage door installation estimate .
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WHAT MAKES A NEW GARAGE DOOR MORE EXPENSIVE?
Jared points to three major factors that commonly change the price: paint, windows, and labor.
PAINT & FINISH
Door color and finish choices can affect the price, particularly when the homeowner moves beyond standard stock options.
WINDOWS
Adding a glass section or decorative windows changes both the appearance and the cost of the garage door.
LABOR
The amount of work required for the specific opening and installation can affect the total project price.
DOOR CONFIGURATION
Size, construction, insulation, hardware, and selected options all determine which door system is being installed.
This is why two doors that look similar in a photo can have different installed prices. A quote should reflect the actual product and the work required at your home, not just a generic advertised number.
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WHAT DOES UPDOWN INCLUDE IN A NEW DOOR INSTALLATION?
Price matters, but homeowners also need to know what the quoted price actually includes.
Jared says UpDown includes the removal and disposal of the old garage door as part of its installation process.
- Evaluation of the garage door opening and homeowner's needs
- Recommendations based on the home, desired door, and budget
- Removal of the existing garage door
- Disposal of the old garage door
- Professional installation of the new garage door system
- Final setup and testing before the job is complete
UPDOWN CHECKS THE JOB BEFORE INSTALLATION
Jared says UpDown evaluates what the installation requires before the work begins. Unless circumstances change outside the scope of a normal installation, the goal is not to surprise the homeowner with extra charges after the project is underway.
UpDown's current installation page also describes its process as handling measurements, removal, installation, and final testing. citeturn0search0
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WHY AN EXTREMELY CHEAP QUOTE DESERVES A CLOSER LOOK
The lowest number is not automatically the best deal. Jared recommends looking at what product, hardware, warranty, and installation are actually included before choosing a company.
REUSED COMPONENTS
Ask whether the quote assumes existing parts will be reused instead of providing the complete new system you expected.
LOWER-QUALITY HARDWARE
Two quotes may describe the same size garage door while using very different hardware and component quality.
MANUFACTURER & PRODUCT QUALITY
Jared recommends paying attention to who manufactured the door and whether replacement parts and warranty support are available.
WARRANTY COVERAGE
Jared has seen deeply discounted or clearance products where warranty coverage may be limited or unavailable. Ask exactly what warranty comes with the specific door being quoted.
DON'T COMPARE PRICE WITHOUT COMPARING THE PRODUCT
A cheaper quote can be a great deal, but only if you know you are comparing equivalent doors, hardware, installation work, removal, disposal, and warranty coverage.
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HOW SHOULD HOMEOWNERS COMPARE GARAGE DOOR QUOTES?
Before choosing based on the final number alone, compare the details behind each quote.
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COMPARE THE ACTUAL DOOR
Confirm the manufacturer, model or series, size, construction, insulation, finish, and window options.
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ASK WHAT HARDWARE IS INCLUDED
Make sure you understand which parts are new, which components are being reused, and what comes with the complete installation.
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ASK ABOUT REMOVAL & DISPOSAL
Find out whether removing and hauling away the old garage door is already included or will appear as another charge.
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COMPARE WARRANTY COVERAGE
Ask what the manufacturer covers and what the installing company stands behind after installation.
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MAKE SURE THE QUOTE FITS YOUR HOME
A professional estimate should account for the actual garage opening and installation instead of relying only on a generic advertised price.
UpDown offers free estimates for garage door installation in Colorado Springs and surrounding communities. citeturn0search0
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THE RIGHT GARAGE DOOR ISN'T ALWAYS THE CHEAPEST OR MOST EXPENSIVE
A homeowner who wants a basic, functional replacement does not necessarily need the same door as someone prioritizing insulation, glass, a specific architectural style, or a premium finish.
UpDown's approach is to look at the homeowner's needs before installation and recommend options that fit the project and budget. Its installation service includes both stock replacements and custom door options. citeturn0search0
SHOP THE DOOR, NOT JUST THE PRICE
KNOW WHAT YOU'RE GETTING FOR YOUR MONEY
A useful garage door quote should make it possible to understand the door itself, the included installation work, removal and disposal, hardware, options, and warranty before you make a decision.
Learn About Garage Door InstallationIf your current door is damaged and you are not sure whether replacement makes sense yet, UpDown can also evaluate whether garage door repair is still a practical option.
FAQ
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
UpDown Garage Doors' basic installed doors start around $900 plus tax for a single door and $1,600 plus tax for a double door. Final pricing depends on the specific door and project.
Jared says a typical mid-range vinyl-back insulated garage door through UpDown is around $2,000 plus tax, depending on the door and installation.
Jared identifies paint, windows, and labor as major factors that can change the price. Door size, construction, insulation, and selected options also affect the final quote.
Yes. Jared says UpDown includes removal and disposal of the old garage door with its new-door installations.
Quotes can include different doors, hardware, insulation, windows, finishes, labor, removal, disposal, and warranty coverage. Compare what is actually included rather than only the final number.
Yes. UpDown Garage Doors offers free estimates for garage door installation in Colorado Springs and surrounding communities.
