Most homeowners hope to spend between $ 6,000 and $ 25,000 to have their garage refurbished by a professional. The reported national average cost is approximately $ 15000.Most people think of the garage as simply a place to park their car, store their lawnmower, and hang tools. But when you need more living space, you may want to think twice. Garage renovations is cheaper than building an addition because the roof and walls are already in place.
Some people remodel a garage to use it as an additional bedroom or to convert the garage into an apartment. Others create an office or a second living room.
However, some people simply remodel the garage to make it a more functional environment. They could add drywall, organizing features like garage lockers, shelves, and a workbench. See our article on labour costs for hanging and finishing drywall.
Garage Remodeling Costs
The price of a garage renovation depends on what is done. Of course, turning the garage into a basic living room or office is less expensive than turning it into a suite with a kitchenette and bathroom.
A garage renovation intended simply to improve the garage (and still use it as a garage) can usually be done for around $ 1,200 to $ 6,000. This type of renovation can be a do-it-yourself garage conversion for the handyman, usually requiring no permissions.
A basic conversion to an office or bedroom usually costs $ 6,000 to $ 12,000. Activities include dry walling from the door and the rest of the room, adding countertops, and adding heating and cooling.
If there are no windows in the garage, you will need to cut one. Building codes require living spaces to have a window large enough for a person to exit in an emergency. Having a window cut and installed could add another $ 1,200 to the project.
Whenever plumbing is involved, the price goes up. Converting the garage to a bedroom with a bathroom costs $ 12,000 to $ 18,000. Converting the space into an apartment with a kitchen and bathroom costs around $ 18,000 to $ 30,000. Looking for special discounts on garage construction services? Just check out our ‘Special Offer’ at heinencontracting.com/special-offers/ and enjoy incredible savings.
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