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Garage Door Installer Cost Calculator & Price Guide — Australia 2026

Choose your job and answer a few questions. The price range changes with each answer, so you know what to expect before you talk to anyone. When you are ready, you can ask up to three local garage door installers to quote.

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Prices include GST. They come from SureQuote's pricing for each job, updated October 2026.

Understand typical garage door installer costs, key price drivers, and after-hours pricing before you request quotes.

Hourly rate (ex GST)
$95/hr
Call-out fee
Varies, so ask when you get quotes
After-hours
1.5x – 2.0x

Price Ranges

Common garage door installer jobs & costs

Prices based on Australian market data. Most jobs are quoted as fixed price rather than hourly.

Garage Door Installation$974 – $5,330
Door type
Single or double
Garage doors
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Garage Door Repair$349 – $1,183
Problem
Current problem
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Springs & Cables Repair$367 – $913
Problem
Single or double
Current problem
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Motor Installation & Replacement$594 – $2,503
Motor type
Door motors
Remove existing
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Remotes & Keypads$206 – $481
Supply and fit
Remotes
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Garage Door Motor Repair$349 – $1,018
Single or double
Current problem
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Garage Remote and Keypad Repair$327 – $963
Device
Remotes or keypads
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General & other garage door jobs$316 – $913
Current problem
Problem
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Prices include GST. They are indicative ranges for a typical job, from SureQuote's pricing for each job, updated October 2026. Your quote can differ for your specific job. Price yours in the calculator, then matched tradies can reach out to quote.

Learn the rules for hiring garage door installers in your state

Licences, contracts and deposits for garage door work differ across the country. Check yours before you sign.

RuleNSWVICQLDSAWATASNTACT
LicenceWhat the register calls itNo licence neededDomestic builder registration (limited to door and window replacement and installation)Contractor licence (Non-structural metal fabrication and installation)Building work contractor's licenceNo licence neededBuilder licenceBuilding contractor registrationBuilder licence
Licence needed fromJob value that triggers itNeverOver $10,0001Over $3,3002Any job value3NeverDepends on the work4$25,000 or more5Depends on the work6
Check the registerThe official public registerNot listedOfficial registerOfficial registerConsumer and Business Services registerNot listedOfficial registerOfficial registerOfficial register
Written contractRequired aboveVaries by work78910Over $10,000Over $3,300 · Level 2 regulated contract (full written contract) from $20,000From $20,000Over $7,500From $20,000From $25,000Does not apply
Deposit capMost you can be asked forVaries by work1112910Not listedNot listedUp to 5%13Up to 6.5%14Not listedUp to 5%15Does not apply
Warranty insuranceBuilder must hold it aboveVaries by work1617910Over $20,000Over $3,300From $20,000 · minimum cover $250,000Does not applyDoes not applyFrom $25,000 · minimum cover $200,000From $12,000 · minimum cover $200,000
Cooling-offAfter you signVaries by work18199105 business days · on contracts over $10,0005 business days · on contracts over $3,3005 business days · on contracts over $20,000Does not apply5 business days · on contracts over $20,000Does not applyDoes not apply
  1. 1VIC · Licence needed from: The price is the full amount you pay the garage door installer, including labour, materials and GST.
  2. 2QLD · Licence needed from: Garage doors need a Non-structural metal fabrication, Carpentry, or Sheds, carports and garages licence. Smaller jobs inside a bigger licensed contract still need a licence.
  3. 3SA · Licence needed from: Staff employed by a licensed business need no licence of their own.
  4. 4TAS · Licence needed from: Replacing a garage door like for like, or fitting a roller door, is low-risk work. A new garage or opening needs a licensed builder.
  5. 5NT · Licence needed from: Registration covers a new home or an extension that adds floor area. It also covers a garage, carport or retaining wall built with it.
  6. 6ACT · Licence needed from: An external opening wider than 2m needs approval and a licensed builder. Work that needs no approval needs no licence.
  7. 7NSW · Written contract: Garage doors in a contract with other building work Applies only in some cases.
  8. 8NSW · Written contract: Garage doors under their own contract Doesn't apply to this work.
  9. 9NSW · A contract only to install or maintain a garage door does not get these protections.
  10. 10NSW · A contract that also includes other building work gets these protections.
  11. 11NSW · Deposit cap: Garage doors in a contract with other building work Applies only in some cases.
  12. 12NSW · Deposit cap: Garage doors under their own contract Doesn't apply to this work.
  13. 13SA · Deposit cap: Applies only to contracts of $20,000 or more. Smaller jobs have no deposit limit.
  14. 14WA · Deposit cap: This limit applies to jobs that cost more than $7,500 and less than $500,000.
  15. 15NT · Deposit cap: Applies only to a registered builder's contract of $25,000 or more. It covers a new house, an extension or a structure built with it.
  16. 16NSW · Warranty insurance: Garage doors in a contract with other building work Applies only in some cases.
  17. 17NSW · Warranty insurance: Garage doors under their own contract Doesn't apply to this work.
  18. 18NSW · Cooling-off: Garage doors in a contract with other building work Applies only in some cases.
  19. 19NSW · Cooling-off: Garage doors under their own contract Doesn't apply to this work.

NSW Sources: Home Building Act 1989, Home Building Regulation 2014. Checked 15 Oct 2026.

VIC Sources: consumer.vic.gov.au, Building Regulations 2018, bpc.vic.gov.au, Domestic Building Contracts Act 1995, Building Act 1993. Checked 16 Oct 2026.

QLD Sources: qbcc.qld.gov.au, Queensland Building and Construction Commission Regulation 2018, Queensland Building and Construction Commission Act 1991. Checked 16 Oct 2026.

SA Sources: cbs.sa.gov.au, sa.gov.au, Building Work Contractors Regulations 2026, Building Work Contractors Act 1995. Checked 16 Oct 2026.

WA Sources: wa.gov.au, Home Building Contracts Regulations 1992, Home Building Contracts Act 1991. Checked 16 Oct 2026.

TAS Sources: Occupational Licensing Act 2005, consumeraffairs.tas.gov.au, buildingstandards.tas.gov.au, Residential Building Work Contracts and Dispute Resolution Act 2016. Checked 16 Oct 2026.

NT Sources: nt.gov.au, Building Regulations 1993, bpb.nt.gov.au, Building (RBI and Fidelity Fund Schemes) Regulations 2012. Checked 17 Oct 2026.

ACT Sources: planning.act.gov.au, accesscanberra.act.gov.au, Building (General) Regulation 2008. Checked 16 Oct 2026.

Common Questions

Garage Door Installer pricing FAQ

How much do garage door installers typically charge?
Costs vary widely depending on the job type and parts required. Simple on-site repairs are usually less than full door installations or motor replacements, and jobs that need structural work or specialised finishes generally cost more. Most quotes combine a call-out fee with labour time and materials, and the page shows live pricing for your area.
Do garage door installers charge call-out fees?
Yes — call-out fees are common and cover the initial attendance and assessment. The rate card indicates a call-out charge is typically applied in addition to hourly labour and parts. After-hours or emergency attendance often attracts higher hourly rates or a multiplier.
What qualifications should I look for in a garage door installer?
While a formal licence is not required for this trade, look for industry memberships and credentials such as AGDA membership, DASMA affiliation or HIA association, plus an active ABN and adequate public liability insurance. It’s also sensible to check for compliance with relevant Australian Standards, such as AS 5740:2020 for automatic controls and AS 1170.2 for cyclonic-rated doors where applicable.
Is the SureQuote estimate a quote, and why can a tradie's quote be different?
No. Your estimate is a guide price for a typical job that matches your answers. A tradie prices your actual job in their quote, once they've seen things like access, condition, materials and the full scope. Read the full answer
What happens after I submit my job, and how many tradies will contact me?
We email you your estimate and a link to your job. Up to 3 local tradies can take it and contact you to quote; only they get your name, phone and email, and you choose who to hire, if anyone. Read the full answer
Is it free to get quotes, and does the tradie's fee raise my price?
Yes, getting quotes is free and you don't have to hire anyone. Tradies pay us a capped fee to take your job, and we set it before they quote, so nothing is added to your quote. Read the full answer
Can I add photos to my job?
Yes. Add up to 10 photos in the chat after you give your contact details, or later from the job in Hire, and tradies see them before they take the job. Read the full answer
Do I have to hire one of the tradies?
No. Getting quotes is free, you're never obliged to hire anyone, and you pay only the tradie you choose to hire. Read the full answer
Does SureQuote check tradies' licences and insurance?
We collect each business's ABN, licence, insurance and warranty details and keep them as up to date as we can, so you can see them in one place on its profile. We don't guarantee them, so always check the licence yourself on the relevant licence register before you hire. Read the full answer

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