What does it cost to fix a dented garage door?

We found one consumer guide that prices this job directly. It puts sectional garage door repairs at $150 to $400, with replacing a panel at the top of that range. It also says steel and aluminum doors run about $150 to $350 for moving-part repairs and around $400 to replace a single panel. One source is thin evidence. This page is a starting point until we have verified Maryland prices.

Repair a panel or replace the door?

A dent can be cosmetic or it can affect how the door rolls. Ask a technician to check whether the panel is flexing, whether the section joints still line up and whether the door still balances.

• Panel replacement works when the door is a sectional design and a matching panel is still available. Ask the company to confirm availability before you agree.
• Whole-door replacement makes sense when panels are no longer made, when several panels are damaged, or when the door is old. The same publisher gives $754 to $1,707 for a replacement door.

What moves the price

• Material. The guide reports wood as the most expensive material to repair.
• Finish and insulation. A matching finish or insulated panel can change the quote. Ask for it in writing.
• Whether other parts were damaged. A hit strong enough to dent a panel can also bend tracks or loosen hardware.

Questions to ask

1. Can you get a matching panel for my door?
2. Will the repaired section match the color and finish?
3. Will you check the tracks and rollers too?
4. What does the quote include?

Sources

Our range uses consumer guides only: the median of their lows and highs (one source, so treat it as rough). These are national figures. Maryland prices are not yet verified. How we handle prices.