For instance, you might lengthen your garage to make room for a home gym.

A small extension can help if you store bikes and other outdoor equipment in your garage.

Garage height extensions are great if you don’t have enough space to extend in other directions.

For instance, your base garage needs a 5⁄8 in (1. 6 cm) layer of drywall added along the walls and ceilings when an addition gets installed.

You could also turn your garage into a crafting space or laid-back rec area.

In Prince William County, Virginia, you need a building permit and zoning approval to extend your garage.

In Fremont, California, you can extend your home up to 10 ft (3. 0 m) from the back property line, as long as your expansion doesn’t take up more than 30% of the backyard. [6] X Research source

The pricing will ultimately depend on the contractor you work with. Scout out different quotes online before committing to a specific builder!

For example, it takes a lot longer to build with brick than concrete.