Garages Underneath Houses
There are many factors to consider when you are building or buying a home. The garage is one important feature that many homeowners tend to overlook.
To save space, some homes feature a basement garage rather than a typical ground-level style. But what are the advantages and disadvantages of houses with basement garages?
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What Is a Basement Garage?
A basement garage or tuck under garage is exactly what it sounds like: a garage that is fully or partially under the upper level of a house. Basement garages are common in houses situated on hills as well as in areas where plots of land are generally smaller and space needs to be used efficiently.
Garage Under the House: 3 Problems You’ll Run Into
Before you commit to plans for a garage under a house, you should consider some of the disadvantages:
1. Hearing the Garage Door Open and Close
When a basement garage door is opened and closed, the sound can usually be heard in the room above the garage. If the room is a dining room or kitchen, this might not bother you — but a house with a bedroom above the garage wouldn’t be ideal, especially if someone in the house frequently has to leave early in the morning or late at night.
2. Carrying Groceries Up the Stairs
For many homeowners, carrying groceries up the stairs is the most significant inconvenience of a house with a garage in the basement. While some appreciate the extra exercise, it can be a bit of a hassle if you need to make frequent trips in and out of the house.
3. The Room Above the Garage May Be Colder in the Winter
If the garage is not insulated correctly, the upper room in your home may be noticeably colder in autumn and winter. This can result in higher utility bills as well. An insulated garage door can help to alleviate this issue.
4. Resale Value May Be Lower
For these reasons, the resale value of a house with a tuck under garage may not be as high as it would be otherwise. Even if you don’t mind the idea of a basement garage, you may want to consider how it will affect your return on investment if you eventually sell the home.
2 Benefits of Basement Garages
However, a basement garage is not without its advantages. Here are a few benefits of a basement or tuck under garage:
1. They’re Aesthetically Pleasing
A ground-level garage isn’t ideal for some styles of homes. A tuck under garage is less likely to pull focus from the architecture of the rest of your home.
2. They Don’t Take Up Much Square Footage
If your home is on a property without much square footage to spare, a basement garage is a great solution for storage that doesn’t take up too much space.
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If you have plans to put a finished garage under your house, contact Continental Door for high-quality, professional garage door services and expertise. We offer premium Clopay® insulated garage doors and advanced opening systems that can help mitigate the noise and heating and cooling issues of a tuck under garage design. Our products are also designed to complement any house for a boost in curb appeal and market value.
Give us a call at 509.921.2260 or visit us in Spokane Valley to learn more. Or, if you’re ready to take the next step, request a free estimate or schedule service today!
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