Each garage is different, and there are a number of factors to consider when determining the cost to build your new garage. Permit and municipality fees vary by location and the cost for site preparation and/or demolition differs on every project. The biggest cost factor is the size of your garage. The larger the square footage, the more expensive it will be. However, the typical costs to build a detached garage from scratch in our service area are:
1-car detached garage (12 x 24 to 14 x 28) – Starting at $25,000
2-car detached garage (20 x 20 to 24 x 24) – Starting in the mid $30,000 to mid $40,000’s
3-car detached garage (24 x 24 to 36 x 24) – Starting in the mid $40,000’s
Learn more about the cost of building a detached garage.
Most first visits take about an hour. Our goal is to hear the vision you have for your ideal garage project and to share with you who we are and how we can possibly help make that happen.
From start to finish, the physical process of building a detached garage usually takes around 8 weeks, excluding items outside of the builder’s control like weather, labor, and material shortages.
That rough time frame is broken into the following stages:
Permitting — Depending upon where you live, can take 2-4 weeks.
Demolition of the existing garage — This usually takes 1-2 days.
Preparation and installation of the concrete foundation and slab –Proper forming, prep work, and pouring of the concrete can take 2-3 days. The concrete will then need to cure for 2-3 weeks.
Building the garage — This can take 3-5 days depending upon the size and complexity.
Electrical installation — This typically takes 1-2 days.
Final touches — The finishing touches like epoxy floors and gutters typically take 1-4 days to complete.
Of course! Your needs and wants for your ideal garage project are important to us and we work with you to help make those happen! Heartland Garage Builders does not just work alongside the customer, but also their municipality to help make your design a reality.
Yes! Each Heartland Garage includes a warranty. We strongly believe that this significant investment you are making should be protected by our best-in-industry warranty.
HGB maintains a 2-year warranty on the garage from the date of substantial completion which is established by the approved municipal final inspection. After 2 years any issues with the siding, shingles, etc. will be referred to the manufacturer’s warranty. Separately, all mechanical equipment (such as the overhead door mechanism) associated with the garage is limited to a 1-year warranty.
All concrete work is excluded from this warranty. This includes any cracking, spalling, peeling, pitting, or scaling caused by ground settling, the freeze/thaw cycle, the use of salt, etc.
Yes! At Heartland Garage Builders, we proudly offer FREE estimates. We understand taking on a new garage project is a large decision. That’s why our first consultation is free. There is no pressure. Our goal is to help make the process as smooth as possible by answering any questions you may have. Contact us to learn more.
HGB understands that while a garage is a large investment, so is your lawn and landscaping. That is why we take extra care of the surrounding area around the base of the slab and any trenches due to electrical lines. The area around the garage will have a rough graded finish; any permit-required grading work will be the owner’s responsibility and any permit bond associated with this work will need to be provided by the owner.
Every Heartland Garage comes complete with a web-enabled garage door opener. A web-enabled garage door opener allows you to remotely control access to your garage from your smartphone. You’ll be able to share access to your garage from anywhere in the world. Regardless of where you are, you can have peace of mind in knowing you can open or close your garage as you need to.
Heartland Garage suggests contacting PODS at 855-706-4758 or RackRat at 1-800-RACK-RAT prior to the demolition of your old garage structure. This ensures personal belongings will be protected.
Yes! HGB believes gutters and downspouts are an important part of the design and are essential to the lifespan of a garage. All of our garages are built with gutters and downspouts at no extra cost
Every garage that Heartland Garage Builders includes an epoxy coated floor with a slip-resistant additive included. This not only makes your garage look better, it protects the concrete floor from general wear and tear, staining, and the harsh salt deposits from Midwest winters. Read more about epoxy floors.
No! At HGB, we don’t follow a one-size-fits-all approach. We want to make sure your ideal garage meets your needs. We will work with you throughout the building process to ensure your new garage is customized to best suit your property and your vision.
IS ADDING A GARAGE A GOOD INVESTMENT?
Absolutely! Often times people who are looking to buy a new home are looking for a property that fits their lifestyle. That includes property that has enough storage space for the things they need to move. Adding a garage to your property is a great way to increase the storage space of your home, and to increase the value of the home when you go to sell it.
Absolutely! Visit our Gallery to see photos of some of the many garages we’ve built.
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At this time we are not building in the city of Chicago.