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Are you parking your car on the curb, hoping no one will hit you as they drive by? Are you looking out the window whenever you can, making sure your vehicle is safe in the driveway? Sit back and consider adapting garage additions!
Adding an additional garage to your home can have many benefits, such as:
A garage is always a valuable addition to the house. Building a garage is one of the best things a homeowner can do when it comes to home additions. This would also guarantee to increase the resale value and curb appeal of your home.
Experts say a garage adds at least a 65% guaranteed return on investment, which isn’t a bad deal if you’re not considering selling your home right away and plan to use the garage for a period of time first. We’ll break down the many kinds of garages available in this article.
This type of garage is commonly seen in most homes and is actually quite popular with homeowners. An attached garage is usually built around the same time the house is built and provides a cohesive packaging of the house and garage as a single unit.
An attached garage usually has single or double stalls for cars. However, an increasing number of homeowners are remodeling their garages to accommodate three or more cars.
This type of garage is also sometimes used as an extra storage space, a den, or even a workshop of some kind.
The great thing about a detached type of garage is that it can be easily built anywhere on the owner’s property. A detached garage can be a great option if the home lacks a good access point to build an attached garage. Plus, it doesn’t necessarily have to be built at the same time you’re building a new home, so it’s also a great option if you’re on a tight budget. Here are some reasons why you would want a detached garage to park your vehicle.
Omissions away from the living area | Since the garage is at a distance, the emissions happen far away from the dwelling space. This is the way you would want it if there are sensitive family members. |
Less noise | The garage could be a noisy space because of multiple noises ranging from car engine sound to the vibration of tools. By isolating the garage you spare the family members of such noise. |
Easier to customize | You can design the detached garage just the way you like. This can be a multi-functional spot and perhaps you can use it as your home office. |
Also known as the portico garage, it is perfect for homes that have a detached garage but would like the convenience that comes with an attached garage.
A breezeway garage is built by connecting your house to the garage. This type of garage is available in a wide range of styles and designs.
Basically, a roof or deck is built between the garage and the house. You might also choose to totally enclose the area. Doing this creates a climate-controlled and safe space for your use.
It can also serve as a storage space for muddy boots, umbrellas, and other outdoor gear and accessories you might not want to keep in the house. This truly brings the best of both worlds.
It has a detached garage but, at the same time, it also has the benefits of an attached one.
A type of portable garage is recommended if you need a space to protect and park your car, but don’t necessarily have the budget to build a full garage on your property. But keep in mind that floors and other openings like doors and windows are not included in the initial purchase.
There are neighborhoods that require some type of roof or cover for cars, boats, RVs, and other vehicles to reduce visual clutter, and a portable garage can be an easy solution to this requirement.
They are extremely easy to install and maintain.
You can choose to hose them off or scrub them. They are also quite durable. In fact, they can even withstand harsh weather conditions thanks to their brackets that have been screwed together.
A carport is a type of garage that provides a partially covered structure where you can park your car. It has a roof deck, but the rest is pretty much open on all sides. Many homeowners prefer carports as they are extremely easy to build. This is also perfect if you want to protect your car at home, but don’t necessarily have enough budget for a garage.
However, a major disadvantage of a carport is that it does not offer the same level of protection and security as a regular garage. For one thing, it’s not something you can lock down to keep intruders out.
A barn garage is a perfect marriage between a garage and some extra storage space to have on an owner’s property. Most barn garages come with loft storage options, which means you have much extra space, effectively freeing up valuable storage space inside the house. It’s the perfect place to keep clutter away from your home.
A great advantage of a barn garage is that it looks like it was custom built for the house because it makes it easier to blend its design and style with the exterior of the house.
An ADU stands for Accessory Dwelling Unit, which is generally a much smaller dwelling unit that is on the same property as your home but is built as a separate type of structure or building.
They usually go by other names, such as granny flats, sub-units, or accessory apartments. A garage with an ADU can be a great addition to your property if you need additional living space. In most cases, the owners built it as a rental space or a place where they can entertain friends and guests.
A garage with an ADU can be on top of the garage, which, as the name implies, is an ADU built directly on top of a garage. It can also be a combination of a garage and an ADU.
Building one almost always requires a local permit but generally still depends on the state you are in and the local laws that govern it.
Contact us for your garage addition. Whether you’re looking to add a storage garage or a multi-car garage, we at Turner Home Remodeling are here to help!
We can help you design a garage according to your needs! Call a San Jose remodeling contractor today to schedule an appointment.
Understand the local zoning laws
Decide whether you want an attached or detached garage.
Consider the garage door designs
Understand the driveway ramifications
The style of your home and the use of the garage will determine the designs for this space.
The post-frame construction method is the most effective way to build a garage and offers homeowners more customization options
The accepted size level for a standard-sized garage is 240 square feet. This should be appropriate to accommodate one vehicle
