Garage Construction: What Size Garage Do You Need?

Garage Construction: What Size Garage Do You Need?

Garage Construction: What Size Garage Do You Need?

24 September 2019
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Construction & Contractors, Blog


A garage is an excellent addition to any home. Not only does it allow you to park your car away from the open where it's susceptible to weather damage and theft, but it also doubles up as a storage space. However, for most people, finding the perfect size is an uphill task. How do you determine what size garage you need for your home? Keep reading to find out!

What Type of Car Do You Have?

The primary use of a garage is to park your car. Thus, you need a space that can fit your vehicle. However, most people still get the size wrong even with this in mind. Don't end up with a structure where you can't open your car door. Your garage should be a little bigger than the car and has enough space to open the doors, walk around, and carry items from the vehicle to your home.

If you plan to buy another car in the future, have this in mind as well. Some cars are big and will require a lot of space to park. Remodelling garages is expensive, and the last thing you want is to park outside because your current garage doesn't have enough space. Thus, plan with your current and future needs in mind.

Do You Need Storage Space?

Do you know that you can declutter your home by using your garage for storage? Think about all the paint cans and wood from DIY work, equipment and supplies for gardening and landscaping, leftover construction materials. All these can find a home in your garage if you create space for them.

If you need storage space, think about how much of it you need and add that to the space required to park your car. Your contractor can help you come up with practical measurements. Note that you can use shelving and other organisation equipment to limit the amount of floor space dedicated to storage.

How Much Room Do You Have?

The space available on your property will determine the size of your garage. However, don't let this limit you. Today's garages feature storey designs whereby you can have a two-storey structure. Use the ground floor to park your vehicle and the upper floor as a storage room. This way, you save on floor space without compromising on your needs.

Alternatively, if you don't want a two-storey garage, you can build a separate shed for storage. The advantage of using sheds is that they don't have to be next to your house. You can have one out in the yard for storing equipment, machinery, and supplies.

Find the perfect garage size so you can build a functional structure in your home. For assistance in taking measurements and coming up with the ideal garage size, please contact a professional contractor.

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Building a New House

If you have decided to build a new house, you may be trying to figure out where to begin. Drawing up the plans, buying materials and laying foundations can all be time-consuming and sometimes confusing work. I was quite bullish when I decided to build my own home and I tried to do a lot of this work single-handedly. However, I soon realised that this would be impossible. In the end, I called in a team of construction contractors who helped to complete the property. I watched them at work and I learnt lots of useful stuff which I will write about here.

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