Garage door repair cost calculator
Pick what is wrong and your state. You get a typical professional cost, and a clear call on what is safe to do yourself.
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Spring prices and labor hours come from the Fix or Hire garage door repair data: torsion springs $60 to $130 and extension springs $30 to $80 in parts, plus 0.5 to 1.5 hours of labor at typical billed rates of $75 to $140 an hour, adjusted for your state with BLS wage data. Opener and sensor figures are national guide ranges, adjusted for your state.
How this calculator works
Spring repairs are priced as parts plus 0.5 to 1.5 hours of labor at typical billed rates of $75 to $140 an hour, adjusted for your state using Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data. Opener repairs use national guide ranges scaled by the same state factor. Sensor and remote problems start with a free or low-cost DIY check.
Spring repairs are shown as not recommended for DIY because the springs hold enough stored energy to cause serious injury.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to replace a garage door spring?
Usually the part costs $60 to $130 for a torsion spring and $30 to $80 for an extension spring, plus about half an hour to an hour and a half of labor. State labor rates move the total.
Can I replace a garage door spring myself?
It is not recommended. Torsion and extension springs hold a lot of stored energy and can cause serious injuries when they are handled wrong.
My garage door will not close. Is it broken?
Often it is not. Dirty or misaligned safety sensors are a very common cause. Clean the lenses, check that both lights are steady, and re-aim them before calling anyone.
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Last updated October 2026. Reviewed by the Fix or Hire editorial team. Estimates only, not a quote.