If you’re looking for a way to enlarge your home or build and rent second dwellings on your property without shelling out for a full-scale addition, converting your garage can be a good solution.

 

So what Does It Cost?

Because a garage already has a foundation, walls, and a roof, using the existing structure typically costs around half what you’d spend for an all-new addition. Depending on what features you want, you’ll probably spend $35,000 to $75,000 to convert a two-car garage.

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What does it involve?

Complete garage conversion will typically involve:

 

• Architectural planning.

• Obtain building permits

• Raising the floor height to allow for insulation over the concrete slab.

• Framing.

• Adding windows and doors

• An electrical service upgrade to accommodate the larger load.

• Plumbing work.

• Providing heating and cooling

• Fully insulating walls and ceiling

• Drywall and paint.

• New floor

• Cabinets and finish carpentry work.    

• New bathroom and kitchen fractures.