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Garage Door Repair in Dallas, TX

Compare 6 local garage door repair pros. Typical service: $148–$443.

Top Garage Door Repair Companies in Dallas

  1. 1.Metro Garage Door Repair

    5.0★ (411 reviews)

    5.0★ from 411 reviews

  2. 2.Wanda Garage Door

    4.9★ (242 reviews)

    4.9★ from 242 reviews

  3. 3.Speedy Garage Door Repair

    4.8★ (60 reviews)

    4.8★ from 60 reviews

  4. 4.Superior Dallas Garage Doors

    4.8★ (53 reviews)

    4.8★ from 53 reviews

  5. 5.Action Garage Door Repair Specialists

    5.0★ (4 reviews)

    5.0★ from 4 reviews

  6. 6.Overhead Door Company of Dallas Texas [Miner Corp.]

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

Garage Door Repair Cost in Dallas

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Dallas
Garage door repair$148–$443/job
Spring replacement$197–$443/job
Opener installation$296–$690/job
New door installation$985–$3,940/job

Garage Door Repair prices in Dallas run about 2% below the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 6 companies serving Dallas, rated 4.9★ on average across 771 customer reviews.

Dallas Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Dallas's weather means for scheduling garage door repair.

Last spring frost
March 3
First fall frost
November 29
Annual precipitation
37.57"
Heating degree days
2,135
Cooling degree days
2,945
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan37.3°56.8°2.06"
Feb41.1°60.8°2.59"
Mar48.5°68.7°3.49"
Apr56.2°76.7°3.07"
May65.4°84.2°4.92"
Jun72.8°91.6°4.11"
Jul76.7°96°2.21"
Aug76.8°96.4°1.87"
Sep69°88.7°2.84"
Oct58.2°78.5°4.79"
Nov47.6°67.1°2.88"
Dec38.5°57.5°2.74"

NOAA station data 5.09 miles from Dallas.

Permits & Regulations in TX

  • Texas has no state handyman or general contractor license; contractor registration and permits are handled by each city
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work are licensed by the state and need the appropriate license at any job size
  • Several Texas cities require contractors to register before pulling a permit

License required: No state handyman license; municipal registration

Sources: www.tdlr.texas.gov

Garage Door Repair FAQs for Dallas

How much does garage door repair cost in Dallas?

Garage door repair in Dallas typically runs $148-$443, with spring replacement the most common job.

How many garage door companies serve Dallas?

We track 6 garage door companies serving Dallas.

Is garage door repair in Dallas above the national average?

Garage door work in Dallas runs about -1.5% versus the national average.

Why do garage door springs break in Dallas winters?

Steel torsion springs lose flexibility in the cold, and Dallas lows near 37F are when a spring near the end of its cycle life most often snaps.

Does Dallas heat affect garage door openers?

Summer highs near 96F in Dallas can make an opener's motor and a door's weatherseal work harder, and a door that reverses on hot days often has a sensor or travel-limit issue rather than a failed opener.

Should I replace a garage door spring myself in Dallas?

No. Torsion springs store enough tension to cause serious injury; Dallas pros typically charge $148-$443 for the repair, which includes balancing the door.

Do garage door installers need a license in TX?

In TX, Texas has no state handyman or general contractor license; contractor registration and permits are handled by each city. Replacing a whole door can require a permit in Dallas, especially where wind-load ratings apply.

When should a Dallas garage door be serviced?

Before winter is best: servicing springs and rollers ahead of the first frost around November 29 in Dallas catches worn parts before cold makes them fail.