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How to have the perfect Garage Sale

Thursday, December 24th, 2009
Michele asked:


How to have the perfect garage sale

This is a question that is asked by many all over the United States. With the way the economy is going today everyone is trying to do what ever they have to do to make that extra buck. I am no different from everyone else except I have done many trial and errors with garage sales to the point that I know what works and what does not!

People today mostly have garage sales to clean the clutter out of there home. Clutter in the home can be very overwhelming to say the least. People as humans love to keep everything they buy or what is given to them. Especially women! Once again I’m no different I try to keep everything. However now that the economy has gotten worst I had to clean the clutter out of my home to have a garage sale to make extra money to pay the bills. After cleaning the clutter from the home and attic I noticed that I had a lot of valuable items that could bring some serious cash. So I being new to garage sales just picked a Saturday morning out and drug everything out and placed price tags on the stuff. Then I putted up a fairly big sign in the front and sat there and waited. To make a long story short I waited a long time and only made $30 my first garage sale. I was furious that I cleaned all of the clutter out for $30 and now have to put it back into the garage.

It was a big failure on my part not anyone else’s. I read online all kinds of people making money having garage sales and wanted to do this too. So I found some books online about garage sales one of them was called One man’s junk another man’s treasure- the in’s and out’s of garage sales. This book gave me everything I needed to know on how to have the perfect garage sale and make money doing it. Now I’m going to share a little of this with you!

First off you want to have a garage sale on a day that you know people just got paid and have money. Mostly the first of the month is great! Next you want to make sure there is no other big event scheduled on that day either. Then you want to put up flyers all over the town announcing your garage sale. Then on the day of the sale make sure you pull everything out a few hours before the sale starts. Make sure you have plenty of help on the day of the sale. Next you can price items or you don’t have to; by not pricing I’ve learnt that this helps you in talking to the people and this makes more money! I’ve learnt all of this from this book and more. If you want to know everything you need to check out this book. I did what this book told me to and made over $300 my second sale. To get this book go here. It’s well worth the very small investment for the fact that it will teach you everything you need to know to have a successful garage sale and will help to clean the clutter from your home!



TRACY

A Guide To Automatic Garage Doors

Thursday, December 24th, 2009
Bob Kirkright asked:


Automatic garage doors are a blessing for many citizens of Perth. Homeowners looking at investing in a garage door, Perth-based or not, will need to consider some of the following issues before making up their minds on what system to use.

#Safety features

When you’re installing any machinery in your home, you need to take care over safety. This is a good reason to avoid ‘fly by night’ operators who will install automatic garage doors without taking proper concern over safety. You need to find reliable workmen to install automatic doors in Perth without any risk of fire or damage.

The Government of the United States has a ‘consumer product safety committee’, which is responsible for investigating the safety of common consumer goods. They calculate that some 60 children have been killed by automatic garage doors in the past two decades, a rate of four per year.

Many automatic garage doors will be designed so as to stop moving if they are resisted. This feature helps to prevent damage to property - for instance if you park your car too close to your automatic garage door, you need the doors to stop before they put a scratch on your bonnet. It also prevents damage to the door mechanism itself - if it hits an immovable object it will stop, rather than grinding away until it wears out its motor. But most importantly, this feature means that if somebody somehow becomes trapped behind your automatic garage door, they run no risk of being hurt. This is therefore a legal requirement in some areas: automatic garage doors in Perth must automatically stop and reverse if they hit an object in their path.

#Garage doors and your children

Much of what’s above in the ’safety features’ section applies doubly if you have children, and triply if they’re young children. Automatic garage doors aren’t inherently dangerous - certainly not compared to a lot of other objects you’ll find around your home - but it is nonetheless important to minimise what risks there are. In general, I would advise most families with children to choose an automatic garage door over a manual garage door.

Mostly, this will be a matter of simple common sense. You’ll want to explain to your children that they should keep clear of the doors, and especially not get trapped behind them at a bad moment. It’s a good idea not to leave your garage door in a partially-open position, but only either fully open or fully closed. Leaving an automatic garage door partially open can tempt children to crawl under it. When they are thus trapped underneath, they can be injured by the garage door closing. Ensure that you don’t leave your automatic garage doors in this position, and you should not have any problems.

And don’t forget that the automatic garage door has a lot to offer a family with children. When you are trying to carry your toddler, her food, her toys, and all the other awkwardly-shaped possessions that children accumulate, you’re not in a position to easily open manual garage doors. Simplify the process to just pressing a button, and you can do it with the last finger that you have spare.

As your children get older, they’ll be able to operate automatic garage doors themselves.

#The interference problem

A rare problem to watch out for with automatic doors using remote controls is that of interference. It is possible that neighbours nearby with similar doors will cause interference, leading to intermittent problems opening your door. The same problem can occur even if there aren’t other doors nearby, since various other devices may use the same radio frequency as automatic garage doors (the 390-megahertz band). The most notable case of this was in Ottawa, Canada in 2005, when many automatic garage doors were disrupted by a strange radio signal.

#Aesthetics

Then you’ll need to consider what your garage door will look like. It’s easy to over-estimate the importance of this element. Yes, it matters what your garage door looks like - of course it does, since they’re often on display to your entire street. But most of the time, the choice between manual and automatic garage doors will have only a limited bearing on what visual options are open to you.



DENNY

Tips For Building Your Own Garage

Tuesday, December 22nd, 2009
Adrian Adams asked:


Home improvement projects increase the value of your home, while building skills and giving you a hobby to relax with, making something worthwhile with your hands. One of the simpler home improvement projects to tackle this coming summer is building a new garage.

Before building, you need to figure out how big you need the garage to be. Think about not just putting your car in the garage, but what other commonly stored items will be placed there. Checking out floor plans will give you a good estimate to work from.

Once you’ve determined the size of the garage, it’s time to determine what materials you want to use to build it, whether it’s pre-treated or pressure treated wood or a metal frame and siding arrangement. Both metal and timber garages come in pre-fab construction kits, making the selection one that’s driven by your needs.

If you’re in a colder climate, the timber garages will generally have better insulation than the metal ones. If you’re in a climate with a lot of sunlight, the metal garages will hold up better to the extremes in temperatures.

The first step in construction is getting a concrete slab laid down. This will be the anchor point that your garage is built on. Do yourself a favor and hire a good contractor for this - pouring cement is harder than it looks and it’s very easy to ruin your garage with a badly poured slab and the consequent poor drainage that results.

Assembling your garage from a kit is mostly a matter of following the instructions. With some help from your friends, it’s not unreasonable to put up a pre-fab garage or other building inside of a weekend. It’ll take some quality time with hammers and a nailgun, but the end result will raise the value of your property and give you grist for stories along the lines of ‘Yeah, remember when we put up Bill’s garage?’…

Kinds of Garages

While we mentioned that there are pre-fabricated kits for building your garage, it was understating the extend of these things. A brief internet search on ‘types of garages’ will give you an overwhelming number of answers about this type of construction.

While we mentioned choosing space requirements early on, look for garages that have some expansion ability. In particular, several vendors make garages that are modular components, allowing you to customize the covered area to suit your needs directly and even add on to them later.

If you’re building a timber garage, always go for pressure treated lumber. This is lumber that has had a good coating of protective agents applied by high pressure jets of steam, making it resistant to rot, water, mildew and insects. Even better, it doesn’t need an annual coating of preservative treatment every spring, doing so roughly every three years is good enough.

For a more form follows function construction method, nothing quite beats the benefit of pre-fab metal buildings. They’re often enamel coated and built from high grade steel and aluminum and will last for years with no real effort needed to maintain them. Further, unlike a lot of wooden buildings, they usually have cable mounting brackets allowing you to run wiring for power tools or a small office into them and can be insulated in their void space with spray-in insulation. While this is a bit more involved than throwing up a garage, it can have its merits as well - as families or home-based businesses grow, you’ll eventually need either an office or storage space for your records and backups.

Finally, for appearance, look at how the garage will situate in your yard - will it provide shade, a convenient place to hang a basketball hoop? Do your intended color schemes match your house or complement them? Does your local homeowners association have regulations and guidelines for this sort of building?

Always look, when working on improving your property, for the things that will add the most value for the least amount of effort and investment.



KENNY

Clean your Garage Quickly With these Suggestions

Friday, December 4th, 2009
josh webber asked:


Cleaning the garage is often a demanding task because of the clutter that builds up during the winter months. For those who lack help, or prefer to work alone, the solution is more difficult. The problem that comes with cleaning your garage is that you have a limited window of time to complete the job. Countless items always seem to end up in the garage and this makes organization is a true challenge. The garage is often used as a household storage room and anything can end up out there. This type of situation requires extra planning to figure out what is being stored in the garage and where everything is going to be when the job is complete. For example, a can of paint should not be stored beside scuba gear or ski equipment. Proper planning can prevent this from happening.

There are many ways to solve your cleaning needs in the garage, but the best way is to invest in the right types of storage products to easily and efficiently handle the various items that you are storing. Before you begin worrying about what kinds of storage to buy, take inventory of what is in your garage. You should ask yourself several questions before deciding on how to deal with a particular item: How often do you use the item? Is it something that is almost never used, and should just be thrown away or stored in a less accessible place? Remember, there is a good chance that you will be in and out of your garage often using the various items that are stored there. If an item that you no longer use is in the way, you should consider getting rid of it. You can either throw it out, or store it in a new location.

Another important issue to consider is whether the items in your garage are seasonal. Try storing summer items in an accessible location during the summer while winter items can be stored someplace out of sight. Then you can swap their storage locations when the seasons change. This simple practice helps remove substantial clutter.

If you have items that are used all the time, they must be stored in an accessible way, but also need to be organized logically based on function and size. Consideration must be given to chemicals, tools and other items that could be harmful if stored incorrectly. Having a can of paint spill can be a frustrating event. However, storing these items in a separate area can prevent future disasters. The process of taking inventory can be quite time consuming, but it can be spread out into short sessions over the course of a few weeks. This can help you avoid any scheduling conflicts, and it should be closely followed by the purchase of appropriate storage devices that meet your needs.

One of the best storage solutions for your garage is a rack that can be placed above the door. This area often has a lot of space that is left unused. By placing a rack above the door, you can easily hide items that are not often used. Placing a storage rack above the door also provides easy access to your items when the right time arrives.

An especially productive rack, at least for some, is a fishing pole holder. These devices can often hold six or more rods, while keeping them safely out of the way near the ceiling. Accompany this rack with a simple shelf, and all of your fishing items can be stored away safely in the rafters. You can easily reach those items with the help of a stepladder. Over the door racks can also be incredibly useful places to keep skis, snowboards, surfboards and other similar items.

Shelving is also a great way to keep everything in order. Simple shelves can have nets attached to them to conveniently store various types of sporting equipment that do not easily stay in one place. Pegboards are great for hanging certain items such as gardening tools. They also take up very little space. If you are concerned with having items stored on open shelves because of dust, moisture and general wear and tear, try stackable cubes with doors. These cubes can be moved around to fit within your space limitations, and can store almost anything very well.

Once you have a good inventory of your belongings, and have installed shelving and other storage products, you have taken the first steps toward organizing your garage. If you have planned well, this process can be finished quickly. However, some problems may still need to be resolved.

Awkwardly shaped items can be a problem when organizing your garage. Also, many individuals tend to underestimate how much stuff they have. However, if the most important items are stored well, solving these smaller problems should be relatively easy. Try thinking of other locations to store awkwardly shaped items, until you find one which works well.

By following these guidelines, your garage should be neat, organized and looking as good as new in no time. Also, creating a plan and utilizing certain storage products will help ensure that your system remains intact. This helps to keep further cleaning to a minimum, and can make your garage as organized as the rest of your home.



MIKE

Looking at Your Options for Garage Storage Solutions

Saturday, November 28th, 2009
MJ Marks asked:


It is safe to say in most parts of the country that spring is finally here and the desire to get outside and start getting some things done is in the air. The last few weekends I see people everywhere working outside, hauling stuff to the landfill and limbs to the local recycling area where they accept yard waste to mulch down to compost. Besides the yard, another area of focus for spring clean up is the garage. If most garages are like mine, a lot of extra junk has been thrown in there throughout the winter and it is time to do some serious organizing and cleaning up. But this year I decided that I needed to do more, my makeshift shelving just isn’t working anymore, I need a more intelligent use space, I need some real garage storage solutions.

With a little looking around, I discovered that there is a lot available on the market, not just different brands of garage organizers, but different solutions within each brand. There is literally something for everybody depending upon what you use your garage for and the types of items that you store in your garage.

The basis of many garage storage solutions is the cabinet. Garage cabinets come in various sizes and configurations. You can get floor cabinets that are tall with shelves inside, or shorter ones that have shelves or drawers with a work space on top. Cabinets for the garage are often made from a press board with laminated finish or metal. Some cabinets are designed with certain hobbies in mind; such as sports, gardening or wood working. For example, inside a cabinet with sports in mind, you may find a special place to hang bats, a bungee ball restraint or storage bins for smaller items. Some cabinets are designed to be hung on the wall, leaving the floor space underneath for other uses.

Workbenches are another form of garage storage solutions, and are often placed beneath wall cabinets. A workbench can be just a table type design, sometimes with a few drawers or shelf beneath, and other times workbenches are cabinets with a special top for a work surface. I have even seen wall hung cabinets where the door actually swings down to become a workbench. This works great if you are really tight on space.

Tool carts are a popular garage storage solution for mechanics. Often like a tool chest on wheels and other times more resembling a cabinet or cart on wheels, the concept is the same. You can store it by the wall, but then move it with you when you are working on your car or other project.

Special garage organizers are a really flexible form of storage. These are often special wall systems for which you can purchase a variety of sizes of hooks, bins, and shelves for storing anything from garden tools, wheel barrows and ladders to bikes, balls, skis and sport rackets. From there the list goes on to whatever you might need to store.

One of my favorite categories of garage storage solutions is overhead storage. I can just imagine that this system was thought up by a very frazzled home owner who just needed more storage space than his floor and walls allowed. These systems hang from the ceiling, some are shelves or bins that you reach with a ladder, others are actually on a pulley system so you can lower it to the floor for easy access.

If you are like most people, one of these options alone will not do the trick, you will need a variety of them to come up with the best garage storage solutions for your home. But it is worth the work to get it done, your garage will become a place you do not dread going, and you will be the envy of the neighborhood!



MARK

The Garage Door as Your House’s Fashion Accessory

Friday, November 20th, 2009
Van Whitsett asked:


The look of a garage door is important to accentuate the look of a house. Many people would never consider this to be the case because the garage is the traditionally overlooked and forgotten part of the house. It’s where the biggest mess is, where the most dirt is and where people rarely spend a lot of time. As true as that is from the inside, from the outside the garage is a huge deal. This becomes truer with each passing year as architectural trends and consumer needs drive the need for bigger garages. These days a three car garage is quite common in a lot of areas and that means three garage doors spanning the front of the house.

Even one garage door can draw attention away from the outer house’s other features. When two of these are these garage doors are placed side by side it seems to take up at least half of the house. Going on three it’s easy to see how the house’s otherwise beautiful look can be swallowed up—unless the doors are thought through carefully.

This is why the manufacturing of garage doors has become a booming industry. Different manufacturers tbring different things to the table. Some offer heavier steel or a sturdier design. Some boast doors that can withstand high winds while other garage doors are meant to maintain themselves through varying climate conditions. The better in the business manage to offer it all.

With houses getting bigger and more lavish, though, the best garage door is one that not only has the aforementioned physical strengths, but a look that compliments the house without taking away from it. Because of this need we are now able to walk a street without seeing the same color and style of garage door twice.

Garage doors are a big investment in the style and comfort of your home. Your garage doors can account for up to 30 percent of the exterior portion of a home that is visible from the street. The style, color and condition of the door has a great influence on the overall appearance and curb appeal of the home. When shopping for garage doors you should also consider the things you use your garage for. If it also serves as a workshop, utility room or children’s play area, then you will need a door with good insulating properties. Your garage door’s springs are arguably the most important and most dangerous part of your door. Springs wear out. When they break, injury can result. If you have an older garage door, have your springs inspected by a professional technician and replaced if needed.



COLEMAN

Garage Floor Solutions

Monday, November 2nd, 2009
Rick Ferguson asked:


GarageFloor.com Advises Homeowners to Winterize their Garages

With winter fast approaching, GarageFloor.com is advising homeowners to protect their garage floors. Snow, rain, and mud can be tracked into the garage causing damage to the concrete floor and increasing the chance for injury caused by a slippery surface.

Garage Floor Mats

Garage floor mats channel liquids and debris out of your garage. This cuts down on mud and dirt being tracked into the house. Garage floor. mats are also a time saver, reducing the amount of time spent cleaning stains and sweeping the garage.

Garage Floor Tiles

When people see of the checkered design of a car show room floor, they are looking at garage floor tiles. Most garage floor tiles are interlocking for easy installation and the color combinations can give your garage a classy look. Tiles are constructed of hundreds of durable columns which allow liquids to fall beneath them to the original floor. A wet/dry vac can easily vacuum up the debris back through the tile.

Containment Mats

Most garage floor stains come from cars. Parking your car on a containment mat will prevent oil and water from collecting on the concrete floor. Maintaining a dry, cool concrete surface will preserve the garage floor and keep it safe for foot traffic. Containment mats are an affordable alternative to covering your entire garage floor. They are quick and easy to assemble, taking just about 30 minutes.

Garage Floor Epoxy

Epoxy is a seal that coats the garage floor. Stains lift right up from the surface, and today’s epoxy products guard against hot tire lifting. Flake colors can be mixed in to add some pizzazz to a normally drab décor.

When homeowners protect their garage floors, they create a safe environment for their families and maintain or even increase the value of their home. GarageFloor.com advises homeowners to install garage flooring before the holidays to ensure a safe and sound winter.



NATHANIEL

Garage Door Buying Tips

Tuesday, October 27th, 2009
John Morris asked:


Automatic garage doors are no longer a convenience for only a few, the new generation of garage door is reasonably priced, safe and simple to install.

Here are a number of factors to consider when choosing a garage door.

The Type of Drive System

1. Screw-drive System The screw-drive system has a lifting apparatus that moves the length of a steel rod. The system requires little maintenance due to the very few moving parts. The system body is mounted in the garage ceiling. The cost for screw-drive system is generally more than $150 and less than $200.

2. Chain-drive system

The chain-drive system has a metal chain lifting the garage door up or down along a set of tracks. The chain-drive system is the most common and usually the most affordable system. The chain-drive is priced in the range of $100 to $170.

On the downside, the chain drive system makes more noise than the screw-drive system. The chain drive system is mounted in the garage ceiling.

Chain drive mechanism: By far the most popular and affordable opening device.

3. Computer-controlled system The computer-controlled drive system uses no screws or chain. The body of the system is mounted directly above the door. Having the system mounted above the door helps in garages that have low headroom. Also, it provides more ceiling space which can be used for storage.

The type of power

Select a motor with enough power to raise your door. Have at least a motor with ½ hp if you have a double door. A large motor is likely to last longer. Try to find a motor with a “soft” start and stop. It operates more quietly and minimizes the wear and tear.

The speed

The more expensive garage door opens much faster, cutting down the waiting time on your driveway. The quicker opening model still closes at a slower speed for safety. Consider how much you are willing to spend for the quicker models.

Safety concerns

All garage doors have a safety feature that prevents the door from pinning objects. The door reverses in direction if they hit something. The safety feature is mandated by federal law. The safety feature is triggered by an electronic beam.

The computer-controlled mechanism measures the optimal operating time and speed of the door. It can detect and compensate for varying conditions - like if the door is coming in to contact with an obstruction or closing too fast.

Security features

The newer generation of garage doors use random codes for enhancing security. Each time the remote is used to open the garage door, a new random code is generated. The security feature prevents you from opening your neighbor’s garage door and vice versa. The random code prevents code theft.

If the power is out, all garage doors have a manual that will open the door. A few high-end models have a function that allows the door to open just a little bit so that your dog or cat can get out.

The remote control

Several models use a single-button remote control, while others use a remote with multiple buttons that can open multiple garage doors. The multiple button remote control is the best choice for people with several garages, each with its own door. The fixed controller

The fixed controller is mounted to the wall either inside or outside near the garage door. The fixed controller allows the door to be opened without a remote controller. The fixed controller usually does not come with the standard kit, it is usually an accessory.

The keypad provides you a means to lock the door for a specified amount of time, like when you are away on a trip. Another function is delayed closing, a brief pause between pushing the button and the closing of the door. The keypad provides a lot of time to exit on foot without running, dodging the electronic beam and the garage door.

Lighting

Many garage doors have a security light that turns on as you turn on the system. The light stays on just long enough for you to step out of your vehicle and get into the house. Most remotes have buttons that turns on the light without opening the door.



BOBBY

5 Secrets To Choosing The Right Garage Door

Saturday, October 24th, 2009
Bob Kirkright asked:


Choosing a garage door needn’t be painful, but as with any other home improvement project you should keep your wits about you and take all the advice that is available. In that spirit, I suggest you keep an eye on the following five secrets of choosing the right garage door. They’re particularly applicable to garage doors in Perth, but the same principles apply just about anywhere in the world.

#Secret 1: Thinking about space

The space within your garage is a valuable asset. Land use costs in the Perth can get pretty steep, and Perth’s garage doors often waste more real estate than they need to. Be wary of garage doors that rob you of that space - it is usually not worth saving money on cheaper doors, if they will rob you of valuable cubic feet of usable space. Hinged doors opening inwards tend to take up more space inside. The standard sectional design is best - most of the space sectional garage doors need to operate is above your head, where it is not used much anyway. These sectional doors take up hardly any space inside our outside, and as such they can justify a higher price-tag. If you house is in a high-density area of Perth, sectional garage doors are therefore the ideal choice for you.

#Secret 2: Let there be light

A second secret: you should be thinking about your garage door not just as a door, but as a window. So many of Perth’s garages end up as needlessly dingy rooms, lit by bare light bulbs - but there is no reason for it to be that way. If you’re ever going to work in your garage, you’ll really benefit from getting some natural light in there. Adding windows to your garage door doesn’t add much expense, but it will make your garage a much more pleasant place to spend time. So garage tinkerers should get windows in their garage doors: Perth’s sunlight is far easier on the eyes than mediocre garage lighting.

#Secret 3: Keeping safe

‘Badly installed garage doors can injure your children’. Yes, it sounds like I’m trying to scare you - but I’m afraid it’s true. I don’t know of anybody who has been injured by garage doors in Perth, but if the city has escaped so far, it’s only a matter of time. The risk is reduced enormously if you take sensible basic precautions. Employ a trustworthy, safety-conscious firm to install your garage door, and get them to explain what precautions they are taking. Demand that the doors meet appropriate safety standards. For instance, they must reverse if they hit an obstacle in their path - because that obstacle could be you.

Then once you have the garage door, you will need to keep them safe by checking and maintaining them properly. Keep your garage doors well-oiled and clean, and above all well-balanced. Have them serviced regularly (once a year is appropriate): it won’t take long or cost much, and easily justifies itself through your increased peace of mind.

#Secret 4: Locks and keys

Garage doors need to be just as secure as every other entry point to your home. If you are installing a remote-controlled set of automatic garage doors, you need to be sure that the security mechanisms in the remote control are at least as reliable as the physical bolts protecting your front door. The security of electronic devices is an area where it is notoriously easy to be hoodwinked by impressive-sounding jargon, so I would advise you against trying to understand the ins and outs of the system yourself. Instead, look for a reliable business selling garage doors, one which has been in business for some time and has satisfied customers. Check out the models of doors they suggest on the Internet or with knowledgeable friends, looking to see if there have been reports of security problems with them.

#Secret 5: Know your friends

The success of your garage door installation project will depend not just on what you choose but, crucially, on who you choose. Doing it all yourself isn’t a good decision unless you’re a skilled handyman with a lot of time on your hands. In the business of installing garage doors, experience counts for a lot, and getting your garage door installed by somebody with a lot of experience will save you from many of the errors people make first time round.



CLIFF

Garage Building: Your 24 New Garage Construction Steps

Tuesday, October 20th, 2009
Build WriteWell asked:


Garage Building: Your 24 New Garage Construction Steps

1 Choose your building site with the assistance of a general contractor, real estate agent, architect, or engineer. Careful planning should ensure you build the new garage and size the  building plans to exactly match your needs.

2 Your architectural team draws up the new garage building plans to meet applicable state and local regulations pending on your local inspector requirements. Online garage plans are an alternative option which also are a great start to the planning of building any new garage.

3 If you choose to work with an architect they will review with you the plans and new building schedules.

4 The architect or building contractor applies for the garage permits.

5 Excavation equipment is used to clear the land.

6 Your general contractor or engineer will lay out the new garage building location.

7 Heavy equipment excavates for the building foundation.

8 The mason or general contractor pour the footings.

9 The foundation walls are poured or mason block walls are constructed.

10 The excavator back fills around the foundation.

11 The exterior walls and optional interior walls are framed.

12 The roof is framed and sheathing is applied to the walls and roof. The roof edges may also be complimented with decorative rakes and fascias at this time.

13 The building inspector inspects all phrases of the construction. Note: Verify with your local inspection office on the required inspections as there may be also be layout and footing inspections with other code requirements.

14 Roofing: Drip edge, ice guard, tar paper, and shingles are fastened with applicable ventilation installed.

15 Windows and Doors: Carpenters now install the windows level and plumb taking diagonal measurements. Your exterior entry doors are installed now although the large garage doors are installed at the project completion to prevent potential damage.

16 Siding. Your builder or sider will now install your exterior siding with applicable foam board insulation and exterior Tyvek or equivalent home wrap. Vinyl, aluminum, and cedar siding are popular siding options.

17 Optional: Plumbing, HVAC (Heating, Cooling, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) is installed.

18 Electrical Work: The electrician installs the rough electrical.

19 Optional: Installation of Interior Insulation

20 Optional: Your contractor or drywall sub-contractor installs and finishes the drywall

21 Optional: Cabinet and shelving installation with the option of built in work benches

22 Optional: Finish electrical, plumbing, and HVAC work.

23 Optional: Baseboard and window trim installation

24 Final landscaping including grass, trees, and shrubbery complete the exterior complementing and completing the construction of your new garage building.

Note: Before building your new garage be sure to determine the very best size garage building plan for your needs.



ANTONIO