Category Archives: Garage Construction


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Stormwater Runoff And Your Garage

Even with the best intentions, the installation of your new garage may redirect stormwater into your neighbors’ yard and possibly create a greater problem than one may realize. It can save a lot of time, and money, to find a contractor who is aware of these potential issues up-front and can incorporate the necessary designs to prevent future issues and costs to you

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Epoxy Floors Are Perfect For Garages

Every detached garage built by Heartland Garage Builders features an epoxy coated garage floor. Epoxy is tough, durable, and resilient to impacts, chipping and chemical stains.

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What Does a Detached Garage Cost to Build?

The cost to build a detached garage can depend on permits, garage size, and added features and can range from $14,000 to more than $30,000.

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5 Reasons Garage Gutters Are Important

Does your detached garage need gutters? Yes! At HGB, gutters are included with every detached garage we build. Learn why.

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Web-Enabled Garage Door Opener Lets You Open Your Garage From Anywhere

We’ve all been there – you’re on vacation or at the office and a friend needs to borrow your lawn mower or drop off a package. How can they access your garage? Do you hide a key? Leave them the code to your garage door? With a web-enabled garage door opener, you’re able to open […]

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Why Is A Solid Garage Foundation Important?

Just like your home, a solid foundation is the most crucial part of the construction process in the building of your detached garage. Over time all garages will experience some degree of settling, therefore it is important to ensure that the design and construction of the foundation is given the proper attention to prevent future […]

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Hip vs. Gable (vs. Reverse Gable) – What Roof Is The Best Design For Your New Garage?

There are a number of considerations when thinking about either replacing your old garage or simply building a new structure when none exists. The type of roof–or roof design–will determine the overall look of the property, as will the eventual pitch of the roof – which in itself can really adjust the appearance of the […]

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Garage Placement – What Works Best For Each Property

Often owners are simply interested in replacing their existing garage in the same location: seems logical, right? In most cases the answer to this question is “Yes”, though your municipalities zoning ordinance and building code requirements may require some slight adjustments. From the need to fire-rate some or all walls of the replacement garage due […]

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What Zoning Requirements Affect My Detached Garage?

No matter the municipality you live in, your Building Department (sometimes in combination with the Zoning Department) will enforce the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance approved by your elected officials. These zoning requirements have been designed specifically for your town and any permit submission that is made will be reviewed against these laws. Common Zoning […]

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Do I Need A Plat Of Survey to Build a Detached Garage?

As you meet with your garage consultant for your initial consultation, you will be asked several questions up front about your desires and needs for your detached garage project. One of those questions will be whether or not you have an accurate copy of the Plat of Survey for your property. Yes, a Plat of […]

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