The cars we drive and the bikes, boats and toys we collect often necessitate the building of a garage. Adding a garage to your home or property can be a huge undertaking. How big should you make your garage? Do you need a one-car garage, a two-car garage or bigger? Do you want your garage to be attached or detached? Does it need to be heated? Will you be able to squeeze in a workshop? Whatever your needs are, it is the careful planning of your garage that will enable you to increase the value of your home. Determine your needs. A four-car garage may be more than you really need or can afford. However, it is a good idea to talk to a real estate agent while you are in the planning stages. Home buyers may have garage requirements of their own. Being aware of this can make your garage a real selling feature.
Attached garages and detached garages alike require careful planning to ensure that you end up with a garage that meets both your present and future needs. Make sure your garage looks like it is part of your house and not an afterthought.
Consider your budget. Have a realistic idea of how much a well-build garage will cost. If you don't have the funds saved to build your garage, you may need to get a loan or increase your mortgage.
	Get professional help. Have a professional draw up garage plans for your project. Doing this will not only help you in building a structurally sound garage, but it should also make certain that your garage is up to local and state building codes. As building a garage is such a major home improvement project, using pre-screened professional contractors is important to the success of your garage.

Garage Exterior
Your Garage will have a huge impact on the curb appeal of your home. While many garages are eyesores or afterthoughts, you want your garage to add to the resale value of your home. Siding/Brick: The exterior finish of your garage should match the style and design of your home.
Roof: The roof shingles on your garage should be the same color and material as those on the main part of your house. The shape and design of the garage roof should also mimic the style of your home.
Garage Door: The garage door will have a dramatic impact on the overall look of the garage and needs to suit the architectural style of your home. You will also want to pick a door that will be energy efficient and secure. Do you want a steel or metal garage door, a wood garage door or GRP (Glass Reinforced Plastic) garage door? Does your door need to be an insulated door? Do you prefer a one-piece swing-up garage door, a retractable garage door, or a side hinged/barn-style door?
Windows: Again, every part of the garage should compliment your home, including windows, should you choose to include them. If you are storing a lot of valuables in your garage you may decide, as a security measure, not to have windows. Installing a garage door with windows adds style and will allow natural light to get in. The higher the windows are on your garage door the more difficult it will be for others to see in. New windows made of plastic or acrylic obscure visibility, while still providing some light.
Garage Interior
Have you ever driven by an open garage that's looked more like a messy closet, or even a garbage depot, than an organized storage area? It is a circumstance that is all too easy to fall into. To prevent this from happening in your garage consider the following:
Plan Dedicated Areas for Different Purposes: vehicle parking equipment parking: snow blower, tractor, lawnmower workbench/shop area storage for bikes, sports equipment & toys, gardening tools, shovels and auto supplies garbage and recycling wood storage
Garage Organizers: garage storage cabinets garage storage shelves workbench pegboard for tools, cords and supplies racks and bike hooks bins hooks for shovels, rakes and brooms

Careful planning can prevent the need for you to saying: “I wish I had of ... in my garage.” Yes, plan well, rely on our pre-screened contractors, and you will be able to enjoy your new garage with all its features.

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