Basic Considerations In Garage Design And Construction Plans
Offering an attached garage to your home has proven to be one of the most sought
after home remodeling and profitable exterior additions for any domestic property be it apartment or 2-3 storey bungalow. Not only the house owner takes benefit of the garage but it also enhances value of your property and works like an investment for future.
Having a garage increases the value of your property and can typically add around 11% to the value of actual property. If you plan second garage then the value shoots up by another 8%.
It is important to understand the factors that affect your budget of having a garage attached to your home. You can estimate it by applying simple construction estimates yourself. Outsourcing design and estimation work to qualified vendor helps reduce the cost of the overall construction. Although the construction costs vary across the country it is advisable to get estimates from different vendors to start with.
Exceptional design and flawless construction are crucial for any house extension or remodeling work. The proposed design must complement and improve your existing property, comply with local building code requirements and do not detract architectural substance. You can have ready-to-install garages such as steel garages, metal roofs, PEB garages and concrete garages all provide the same functions and accommodation but have major impact on the finishes of the existing house.
To channelize the architectural appearance and functionality one can use masonry construction for garage. Varying the finishes such as brickwork or tiles on the roof will facilitate a more pleasing match. Integration of your garage plan within your dwelling site is necessary preserving its character intact and therefore the roof direction, pitches and architectural style needs to be considered when planning the addition. One can choose either gable end roof or the hipped roof for garage addition.