
If your home has a detached garage that isn’t being used,why not convert it into a space that serves a good purpose?
Advantages
of Detached Garages
Heating, Cooling, and Insulation
Heating
Cooling
Insulation

Design Options
Building a New Garage


Building costs will depend on the size of the garage, building materials, and interior finishes and amenities. For example, a brick or stone structure will be more expensive than a wood structure. Windows, ventilation, heating and cooling, and insulation will increase the overall building costs, but they are essential if you plan to spend time in the garage. For stability and long-term durability, garages need to have a poured concrete base, which will increase the total building costs. Although the costs of an attached or detached garage will vary, you can expect to spend about $25,000 on an average size garage.
Before you make a major structural change to your property, it’s important to consider the impact on your home’s visual appeal and resale value. Talk to a design-build firm about advantages and disadvantages, building costs, and design options that will enhance your home and your lifestyle.