Garage Door Prices in South Africa (2026 Costs)
A garage door is one of the largest moving parts of your home and a key security feature. Single garage doors cost R12,000 to R25,000, double doors R18,000 to R40,000, and garage door motors R2,200 to R4,000. For budget options, roll-up garage doors start from R5,000. Aluminium and steel roll-up doors are most popular, while wooden doors offer a premium look at a higher price.
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Typical price range
R5,000 to R13,000
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Garage Doors Prices in South Africa
| Service | From | To | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roll-up garage door (budget) | R5 000 | R13 000 | per door |
| Single garage door | R12 000 | R25 000 | per door |
| Double garage door | R18 000 | R40 000 | per door |
| Aluminium garage door | R18 000 | R40 000 | per door |
| Wooden garage door | R22 000 | R35 000 | per door |
| Garage door motor | R2 200 | R4 000 | per unit |
| Garage door installation (labour) | R3 500 | R8 000 | per door |
Roll-up garage door (budget)
Single garage door
Double garage door
Aluminium garage door
Wooden garage door
Garage door motor
Garage door installation (labour)
Prices by City
Johannesburg
R12,000 to R40,000 depending on type
Cape Town
R12,000 to R40,000 depending on type
Pretoria
R12,000 to R40,000 depending on type
Factors That Affect Cost
- 1
Material: aluminium and steel are most durable and low-maintenance; wooden doors look premium but need regular sealing and painting.
- 2
Size: non-standard sizes require custom manufacturing, adding 20 to 30% to the price.
- 3
Motor type: battery-backup motors (essential for load shedding) cost R500 to R1,000 more than standard models.
- 4
Insulation: insulated doors cost 15 to 25% more but reduce heat transfer and noise.
- 5
Installation complexity: replacing an existing door is simpler than installing in a new opening that needs framing.
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