"We wanted a detached garage. We liked Vicars Construction reviews and hired them. Their workers were very professional & easy to work with. They built us a beautiful garage and we are really enjoying it. We would recommend them to anyone planning a building project. If in the future we have other building projects we will certainly call on them."
"We love Villatoros Construction LLC they did a fantastic job, cleaned every day before they were leaving and were really polite! The deck they build for us is so great and we can not wait to have a garage build by them! We highly recommend this company! Spread the word!!! They deserve to get known by everyone!"
Bradley Construction, LLC, is a full-service construction company. We specialize in site-built, residential construction and remodeling. We do not work on mobile homes, manufactured housing, or trailers with a metal roof. We are LICENSED, BONDED, AND INSURED!\nOur team of professionals will handle all aspects of your new construction project, full home remodel, kitchen remodel, bathroom remodel, garage, build additions, sunroom, build deck & porches and basement remodel.\nWe deliver personal service with the goal of making your project fun and easy. \nYou can count on us to provide professional service with close attention to detail. We are looking forward to working with you!\n\nWe are a Member of the Better Business Bureau and the National Home Builders Association. \nFree Estimates.
"I highly recommend Bradley Construction They are great people, very good workmanship fast service. I have to thank Rick, who did the estimate for the job. He was accurate in his bidding, Explained everything from start to finish. Bradley demoed my back deck and rebuilt it better than original, plus removal of old deck hauled away. This company you can TRUST. George Van Valkenburgh Seneca S.C."
"Raybrook Homes turned my 1970s home into a modern, upscaled living space. Price was reasonable, the crew was outgoing and VERY respectful. 10/10 would recommend !"
At Deck Creations LLC, we bring the outdoors home for our clients in the throughout the Upstate of South Carolina. Our focus is the exterior of your home, with our specialty being siding, decks, porches, sunrooms, patios, and outdoor kitchens and fire features. \n\nWe offer a variety of materials from quality suppliers. Each project is custom-designed to match your personal style, requirements, and budget. Our highly skilled team of craftsmen takes pride in creating award-winning projects. Give us a call today for a free estimate. Deck Creations would be delighted to help you construct your very own, beautiful, outdoor living space!
"We had a load-bearing wall removed between living room and den, added window in living room, expanded existing opening from kitchen to den, removed closet in kitchen and installed new door to screen porch. The wall removed involved plumbing and electrical. I was very explicit about what I wanted done. Matt added his valued input and provided a detailed scope of work. All work was done in a neat, professional manner and all employees were hard working, well trained, diligent and just nice people to have work in your home. Finished carpentry work excellent and integration of old and new flooring was amazing. Change orders were clear and fairly priced. Final project results were first class. Definitely will hire for next remodeling project ."
"Better than expected! The telephone was answered promptly and courteously and an appointment time convenient for me was set up. The technician, John, actually arrived a few minutes ahead of schedule, introduced himself and promptly got to work on the door. He was obviously very knowledgeable and extremely informative as he went about his work. On top of that, he was very personable and polite. In approximately 30 minutes, John was done and on his way. Should you need any garage door service in the future I would suggest calling Precision Garage Door, I know I will!"
In some cases, a detached garage can be considered extra living space, but you will need to gain permission and comply with your local building code. Depending on where you live, you may need permits for a variety of installations, including electrical work, plumbing, and structural work. Many homeowners make the mistake of converting a garage into a living space without acquiring permits, which can result in hefty fines and even the removal of your hard work. Furthermore, a detached garage doesn’t add to the livable square footage of your home when it’s time to sell.
In addition to being less expensive, nylon garage door rollers are actually much quieter than steel rollers. However, many homeowners find that they wear out prematurely compared to steel. In general, more expensive steel rollers are more durable. However, their nosiness can make them less than ideal for garages that are located beneath a home's bedrooms.
The best way to prevent your garage door from freezing is to install a permanent source of heat in the garage. You can have a professional tie in your main heating system or install a ductless mini split as a standalone heating solution. You can also insulate the garage to prevent temperatures from dropping to the point that the door freezes shut.
In most cases, you do not need planning permission to change a garage door to a normal door, unless a specific restriction is present on your home’s deed. If you’re changing the door because you are trying to convert the garage into a living space, you will need to work with building control for proper signoffs to ensure your conversion meets all of the necessary construction standards.
It’s better to build a garage than buy and install a prefabricated one. You can save money by purchasing a prefabricated metal garage kit for between $4,000 and $11,000. However, this does not include the price of labor and permits, which can account for more than half of the project cost. Building a new garage over buying a prefab garage will add more value to your home and will last longer, so it’s more cost-effective over time to build a new garage.
The Pelzer, SC homeowners’ guide to garage services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Want to add value and living space to your home? Use this guide to figure out the cost to convert your garage into living space to see if it’s worth it.
For most homeowners, a garage needs to be big enough for more than parking a car. Use this guide to figure out the average garage size and how to build from there.
Weighing the options between an attached vs. detached garage? The choice is entirely personal, but we'll help you make the best decision for your property.
