Setting aside the money to renovate or build a garage can solve your storage issues and increase the value of your home. But if poorly designed, your new garage can lead to headaches and unplanned expenses down the road. Consider these common garage design mistakes that do more harm than good, and avoid making them yourself when you commission a home contractor to design, build, or renovate a garage. 

A Guide to Common Garage Design Mistakes 

1. Converting to Gain Living Space 

Working with a home contractor to convert your garage into a home gym or a mother-in-law suite is more affordable than building an addition to your house. But getting rid of your garage may decrease your home’s resell value. Nearly 30% of home buyers say that a garage is an essential home-buying requirement. If you plan to sell your home in the next few years, don’t repurpose a garage to gain an office or any other type of room.

2. Using Cheap Materials 

Low-quality cabinets might save you a few dollars upfront, but it won’t be long before doors start to sag and drawers start to stick. If you’re working with a home contractor to renovate a garage—perhaps replacing a garage door or adding built-in cabinets to gain storage—choose the best-quality materials you can afford. 

3. Ignoring Future Needs

When you build or renovate a garage, plan for your current storage and functional needs as well as for future needs. Do you plan to grow your family or start a business? When you discuss your project needs with a home contractor, discuss options for storage flexibility and future-use needs. They’ll be able to recommend solutions that incorporate electrical outlets and plumbing, which you may not need now, but may need down the road.

Trust Roider Contracting to build a garage with high-quality materials and state-of-the-art equipment. Located in Columbia, IL, the team of home contractors is committed to finishing one project at time—so your home-improvement project gets the attention it deserves. Visit their website to learn more about the company, or call 314-807-0492 to schedule a consultation.