If you are building your home or renovating your house, you will likely be also looking into renovating or customizing the garage doors and hardware. From choosing the right design to making the most of the space – there is a lot that can be done when it comes to renovating or building a garage. There are many types of garage doors, garage door windows and garage door hardware to choose from – so it is best to hire a professional garage door and hardware contractor, who can make it simpler for you. Whether you need help with common garage door sizes or garage door cost (installed), a contractor can help you out.
When you look for contractors on HomeStars, you can also request a custom quote for your project. To help you compare these quotes, we have put together reviews from 305 verified homeowners across various Canadian cities.
Garage Design & Organization Contractor Project Costs across Canada
| Task | Average Cost\ ¹ | Lowest Reported\ ¹ | Highest Reported\ ¹ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrie | $150 | $150 | $150 |
| Calgary | $12,846 | $2,000 | $50,000 |
| Oshawa | $2,800 | $2,800 | $2,800 |
| Ottawa | $1,075 | $150 | $2,000 |
| Toronto | $6,137 | $100 | $40,000 |
| Vancouver | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
\¹ Costs based on 305 verified homeowner reviews as of March 2022
Garage Doors & Hardware Contractor Project Costs across Canada
| Task | Average Cost\ ¹ | Lowest Reported\ ¹ | Highest Reported\ ¹ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrie | $1,535 | $135 | $4,500 |
| Calgary | $4,510 | $100 | $50,000 |
| Edmonton | $840 | $100 | $13,000 |
| Hamilton | $2,240 | $120 | $5,040 |
| Oshawa | $1,224 | $100 | $7,000 |
| Ottawa | $730 | $100 | $40,000 |
| Toronto | $1,481 | $100 | $27,500 |
| Vancouver | $676 | $175 | $5,000 |
\¹ Costs based on 305 verified homeowner reviews as of March 2022
Garage Design and Organization
- Before you start putting up things or taking things apart, it’s important to spend some time on garage design and organization. Apart from sheltering your car, the garage offers a versatile space which can be very functional.
- If you have a large space, you can possibly look into adding a functional area like a small workshop with everyday tools. For people who like working out at home, this is the perfect place to add one or two pieces of gym equipment.
- For smaller spaces, you can look into adding additional storage with shelves and hooks, that help keep the area mess-free. A professional garage design planner can help you come up with a plan depending on your needs and the average costs can be found in the chart above.
Garage Doors and Hardware
- A garage door and hardware contractor can not only help you choose the perfect garage door but also help with any garage door parts that you may require.
- From overhead doors to glass garage doors – a contractor can walk you through the pros and cons of every type of garage door and thus help you choose one that meets all your needs.
- A garage door with an entry door is ideal if you are also using the space for storage or other utilities – as you can easily access the space without opening up the full garage.
- Garage door and hardware contractors can also help you install a universal garage door opener like a remote and also program it for your needs. The average costs for garage door and hardware projects can be found in the table above.
After you receive your garage door and hardware projects’ custom quote from pros on HomeStars, make sure to check if they have a good Star Score and a Verified Badge. These are trust metrics developed by HomeStars, that help you make a well-informed hiring decision. You can also take a look at their recent customer reviews to make sure that you are hiring the right person for the job.
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