Design Your Door
Where To BuyHow to Install a Clopay Garage Door
Are you trying to decide if you want to install a new garage door yourself or have it done by a professional? Review the guides and videos below to help you decide the best option for your project. A DIY installation typically requires 8 to 10 hours. You'll need the right tools, AND, since garage doors can weigh up to 400 pounds, you also need one or two helpers.
Use the drawing and instructions below to measure your existing garage door. Take these measurements to your local installing dealer or retailer to purchase the Clopay® garage door that is right for you.
Step 1
Measure the width and height (1 and 2) of your door opening in feet and inches to determine the garage door size you need. The rough opening should be the same size as the door.
Step 2
Measure area labeled sideroom left and right (3 and 4) - a minimum 3-3/4" is required on each side for installation of the vertical track for a standard extension spring, standard torsion spring and the EZ-SET® Torsion Spring System; 5-1/2" for the EZ-SET® Extension Spring System.
Step 3
Measure area labeled headroom (5), which is the distance between the top of the door opening (jamb header) and the ceiling (or floor joist). 10" is required for the standard extension spring or EZ-SET® Extension Spring System while 12" is required for a standard torsion spring and EZ-SET® Torsion Spring System. If you have restricted headroom, special hardware is available. Additional headroom is required for installation of an automatic garage door opener. NOTE: If garage door height extends above the opening, the headroom measurement should be adjusted proportionately.
Step 4
Measure area labeled backroom (6) – distance is measured from the garage door opening toward the back wall of the garage. Door height plus 18" is required. Additional back room may be required for automatic garage door opener installation.
While it is possible to install your Clopay garage door on your own, you can get additional peace of mind by getting professional installation by a Clopay Dealer. Clopay also offers a 1-year installation warranty on replacement garage doors installed by a Master Authorized or Authorized Clopay Dealer.
Step 1
See illustrated installation instructions included with all Clopay® garage doors.
Step 2
Remove existing garage door.
Step 3
Attach hardware to door section.
Step 4
Place sections in opening.
Step 5
Install track, insert rollers.
Step 6
Attach springs and connect cables.
Call our installation help line at 1-800-2CLOPAY (1-800-225-6729) with any questions.
An illustrated manual outlines every step of the garage door installation process.
Our installation how-to videos cover the entire process from the tools required to measuring and installing the door.
Any door pro will tell you the most difficult part of installing a garage door is setting the torsion spring tension with a manual winding bar. Our patented EZ-SET® Torsion Spring System makes installation faster, easier and safer by eliminating the manual winding process. Setting the tension is done with a power drill.
Review our Frequently Asked Questions or call our installation help line at 1-800-2CLOPAY (1-800-225-6729).
Upgrade your garage door installation experience with professional help from a Clopay Dealer. Gain peace of mind and enjoy a 1-year installation warranty on replacement doors installed by a Master Authorized or Authorized Clopay Dealer.
