When is a garage not a garage? When it has been repurposed to serve a variety of homeowner needs. From workout centers to storage repositories, the most successful “garage” transformations don’t necessarily meet the traditional definition of the word. Whether you’re just looking for suggestions or you’re hot on the trail of an idea that […]
Why You Should Insulate Your Garage Door
As one of the biggest openings in a home, the garage door is often an area of extreme heat and energy loss. This can result in higher energy consumption and a lot of money wasted on utility bills. Insulating your garage door is an effective way to counter heating and cooling inefficiencies in your garage. […]
5 Best Portable Garage in-a-box (Carport-Canopy) 10×20,12×20
When looking to buy a new home, or renovating the outdoor area of your current property, a garage becomes a frequent topic of discussion. The lack of a garage can often be a deal-breaker for many. Fortunately, if you find yourself with an unsightly garage that you’re considering taking down, are thinking about purchasing a […]
How to Paint Your Garage – Wall Paint Recommendations – Best Colors
So you’re finally going to paint it! It has bothered you for months, maybe even years. It taunts you every time you pull the car in or eyeball the grimy hand prints or spy the spider webs and dust dangling here and there. It’s the garage. But how do you go about painting a monstrosity […]
Carport Vs Garage for Homes – Description and Comparison
Many people have the dilemma whether they should build a Garage for their home or just construct or buy a Carport and be done with it. Here we’ll try to shed some light about the two options, compare their differences, pros and cons of each one, cost etc. Garages are completely enclosed structures that feature […]
How Much Does it Cost to Build a 30×40 Garage? (Steel, Wood, Prefab)
In this article we will go over the cost of building a 30×40 garage (steel, wood, prefab kit etc) along with several other related details like types of 30×40 garages, attached vs detached options etc. According to construction experts and real estate professionals, there are at least 8 reasons to build anew or replace an […]
How Much Value Does a Garage Add to a Home?
A garage is one of those features of a home that one might consider a premium. Along with the obvious selling point of utilizing it as a place to shelter your precious vehicle from would-be vandals and inclement weather, the garage can double as a much-needed storage area, especially if your home doesn’t have a […]
Standard Garage Size Dimensions and SQ FT for 1,2,3,4 Car Garages
Garages can come in all shapes and sizes, depending on your need for space, whether you want to have it attached or detached or simply have a carport. An attached garage is one that comes built with the house, attached to the inside of the house door. On the other hand, a detached garage is […]
How to Cool a Garage with No Windows. 8 Simple and Effective Tips
For many, a garage isn’t solely where they keep their car. It can often be home to a small gym or simply a place to take a moment and reflect. But what happens on days where the sun is out and projecting heat onto your windowless garage? Windows provide a great source of ventilation allowing […]
Everything You Need to Know about Garage Door Springs and Their Replacement
If you have a garage, the chances are you’re using it without much thought to keeping your car sheltered from various weather conditions. Not to mention, it’s a fantastic storage space! However, that blissful image can be quickly shattered by a broken garage door spring. This essential part (or parts, depending on their type and […]