Are you looking into building a garage? Here are the two garage types you are probably debating and their pros and cons of attached vs detached garages.
What is a Detached Garage?
When garages started to become popular in homes, detached garages were the first to appear. Detached garages are completely separate from the home, self-contained units. Some detached garages even have heating and cooling to keep a nice temperature in them. Additionally, they often have the standard features of a garage, including an automatic overhead door, room to park a car, and storage space. This style of garage has its pros and cons.
The Pros
A detached garage is a great option if you own an older home. Since the attached garage is a modern style, it can look odd in older homes. Additionally, having a garage far from your home allows you to stay safe from any harmful gas emissions that can come from the garage. Not to mention, a detached garage offers limited access points to your house. If you want to expand your garage to build a shop or hold extra storage, a detached garage allows you to do that more easily.
The Cons
A detached garage means that you will not have access to it from inside your home. This means you will have to walk to it during the cold winter months. Additionally, if you are thinking about adding a detached garage, it can be a more difficult project. With an attached garage, you will already have a couple of walls from your home. You will have to build completely from scratch with a detached garage door. Not to mention, getting utilities to a detached garage can be pricey.
What is an Attached Garage?
The attached garages are relatively new to homes. This style only became popular during the 1950s. Therefore, most homes built before this time period do not have an attached garage. Additionally, attached garages, much like detached ones, have their pros and cons.
The Pros
One of the main benefits of having an attached garage is that it will have a direct connection to your home. This will make it much easier to go into your car during those cold winter months. This also means less snow shovelling for you. Additionally, an attached garage makes your home seem larger and won’t take up extra space in your yard. If you want to build an attached garage, you will spend less since you won’t have to build it entirely from scratch. Additionally, it will be easier to install utilities since it is right next to your home.
The Cons
Attached garages are less private. If you like to use your garage as a shop for you to spend time alone, with an attached garage, you are more likely to be interrupted by family members. Additionally, attached garages are closer to your home, meaning your home can get exposed to harmful gas emissions. An attached garage can also expose your home to intruders since it can be easier to access the home via the garage door.SOS Garage Door Repairs can help you find the best options when building your garage. Our team of professionals will make sure to provide high-quality service to you. We offer competitive pricing and high-quality installations that will improve your home’s security and make sure your home continues to look beautiful. Please get in touch with us if you want to learn more about our services.
