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Garage door cost Netherlands 2026 — price for new garage door including installation
Current overview of garage door costs in the Netherlands 2026. What does a new garage door cost including fitting, which types are available, and when do you need a permit? With cost tables and tips.
Quick answer
Garage door costs in the Netherlands in 2026 typically range from € 800 to € 4,500 including installation for a standard 2.5 × 2.2 m door. Electrically operated sectional doors cost on average € 1,500–€ 3,500.
Garage door costs by type
1. Complete including installation (standard size 2.5 × 2.2 m)
| Door type | Price (incl. VAT + fitting) | |---|---| | Up-and-over door (steel, manual) | € 800–€ 1,600 | | Up-and-over door (steel, electric) | € 1,200–€ 2,200 | | Sectional door (manual) | € 1,200–€ 2,000 | | Sectional door (electric) | € 1,500–€ 3,000 | | Roller door (aluminium) | € 1,800–€ 4,000 | | Timber garage door (bespoke) | € 2,500–€ 6,000 | | Glazed garage door (aluminium frame) | € 3,000–€ 6,000+ |
2. Optional extras
| Extra | Cost | |---|---| | Electric motor (added later) | € 400–€ 800 | | Additional remote control | € 30–€ 80 | | Smartphone control (smart home) | € 150–€ 400 | | Windows / daylight panels | + € 100–€ 300 | | Insulation upgrade (insulated panels) | + € 300–€ 600 | | External light with sensor | € 80–€ 200 |
3. Demolition and additional costs
| Item | Cost | |---|---| | Removal of old garage door | € 150–€ 400 | | Opening adjustment or brickwork | € 300–€ 1,000 | | Electrical supply for motor | € 150–€ 400 |
When is a permit required?
Replacing a garage door in an existing opening: no permit required.
Permit required when:
- Building a new garage (omgevingsvergunning)
- Enlarging or reducing the opening (structural change)
- Listed building or protected townscape
- Façade change that deviates from the neighbourhood character
Tips for choosing a garage door
- Choose a sectional door — space-efficient (rises overhead along ceiling) vs. up-and-over
- Always choose insulated panels for a heated garage — payback period under 5 years
- Include the motor from the start — retrofitting costs 30–50% more
- Check headroom — motor + track needs at least 30 cm clearance above the opening
- Choose powder-coated steel for lowest maintenance in the Dutch climate
Conclusion
Garage door costs in the Netherlands range from € 800 to € 4,500 for a standard unit. For a garage door as part of a broader renovation or garage conversion, a clear project brief helps coordinate all contractors.
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