Garages increase curb appeal and have a high ROI. Use this guide to learn about the average cost to build a garage and budget for your project.
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Answering key questions about building a garage helps you plan your project timeline, choose between attached or detached designs, and select materials like brick veneer or cinderblock.
Expect to pay $16,810 to $42,200 to build a garage, with average costs around $29,490, so planning your budget early helps you explore financing options.
Your garage size depends on how many cars you need to store and whether you want extra space for a workshop, storage, or office use.
Hiring a local garage building professional provides reliable guidance on design blueprints and material selection, helping you navigate permits and complete construction on schedule.
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A garage is more than just a place to park your car away from the elements. It also doubles as a storage shed and can even be used as a DIY workshop or a home office. If you’re planning a garage-build project, there are several factors you’ll need to consider. Here are some questions to answer before you contact a pro.
1. When do you need this work done?
The urgency of your project and the time of year you want it completed can affect the cost. Asking a garage builder in your area to fit you in ASAP can come at a premium, as can having the work done during the busy spring and summer seasons. If you’re flexible, you’ll have more contractor options and may be able to save money by booking the build in the fall or winter.
2. Has any professional design work been done?
If you’ve been planning this project for a while, you might have already had an architect or designer draw up a blueprint. You can provide this blueprint to the contractor you hire to build the garage or ask them to draw a new one.
3. What type of garage would you like?
First, you must choose between an attached garage and a detached garage. Attached garages can also be easily connected to your home’s utilities, including plumbing and electricity, and are accessible directly from the house. Detached garages cost more to build, but you’ll have more flexibility with the size and design of the garage.
Then, you’ll need to know which garage material you want to use. The most common materials are brick, brick veneer, cinderblock, and metal, with brick veneer being the cheapest and cinderblock being the most expensive.
4. What size garage do you want?
Garages can range in size from simple one-car garages to custom three-car garages. Consider how many cars you need to store in the garage and whether you need any additional space for storage, a workshop, or an office. And if you want to park an RV in the garage, you’ll need to ensure it will fit before you begin building.
5. What is your budget?
Knowing your budget ahead of time is essential. The average cost to build a garage is $29,490, with the project typically ranging between $16,810 and $42,200. With this price tag, you’ll likely need to plan and save money or explore financing options. Get several quotes from different contractors before choosing one to ensure the project will fit your budget and check all of your boxes.
6. Do you want any additional features?
If you only need a place to park your car and store seasonal items, your garage design will be pretty basic. However, if you want it to double as a workshop or additional living space, consider what extra features you want to add, like windows, an automatic garage door, insulation, storage and organization, or security devices.
Garage services reviews from real Angi homeowners in Columbus, OH
1.5★ avg. • 2 total reviews
- Thomas S.
Company came to look at my garage door that was off track. They also said I needed a brace on the other garage door. They put the door back on track, and I paid to install the brace. The technician told me I needed a new garage door opener, and it would cost $1000. Red flags went off in...
Precision Overhead Garage Door Service - Matt J.
I highly recommend KTM construction! I will look no where else for anything that needs to be done, in or out side of our property. The level of craftsmanship is 5 star service across the board! The level of detail, knowledge and professionalism is 5 star service across the board! Ken is a...
KTM Construction, LLC - Jim L.
Replace garage doors: Fast response, competitive estimate, timely work done well.
Village Garage Door - Dawn B.
Called Mark on a Thursday morning. Not really knowing if he could help me or not. I was having driveway, flooding issues due to a clogged channel drain and I was trying to figure out what direction to take. Heavy rains had come on Monday and again on Thursday leading to flooding in my garage...
Mark Rodgers Construction - Robb B.
Not well. I originally emailed Garage Gurus on 8/6, again on 8/9, and again on 8/11. In the meantime I left two voice messages with their answering service; both times I was told that an estimator would "get right back" to me. Not even the courtesy of a reply of any kind. Extremely...
- Beth W.
This company is amazing! My garage door broke this afternoon and was stuck in the open position. I couldn't leave with the door open so I called Sanford and Sons because the company was recommended by the manufacture of my garage door motor. Nancy answered the company phone and problem...
- John A.
The workers parked large trucks and trailers in the street that, on many occasions, over several months time precluded me from being able to get my car out of my garage. Additionally, it made for difficult movement of traffic on the street. Frequent request to the workers and to the property...
- Jean P.
We had two outdoor fixtures swapped for motion sensing fixtures and a GFCI outlet added to the outside of the garage for the bird bath heater. <br /> He arrived at the agreed upon time and I was surprised and impressed at how quickly everything was completed. <br /> I would definitely...
Powers Electric LLC - William L.
I received a glowing recommendation of RoofWise from my accountant & contacted them regarding a stubborn leak I've battled where the family room addition meets the original house. I also asked for a recommendation regarding ongoing garage leaks. Following a detailed inspection Roofwise...
RoofWise Roofing Inc - William L.
Met with and received a detailed estimate from the owner who also answered all the questions I had about the work. Work was delayed by unusually rainy weather, but I did receive periodic scheduling updates by email. When the weather broke, the painting was completed in an extremely...
Fresh Touch Custom Painting Inc.
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