Converting Your Garage for More Living Space? Review These Considerations First

Most people eventually need more space in their homes. Rather than re-enter the Real Estate market for a larger home, a popular trend right now is to convert part, or all, of the garage into more living space. You can convert the space in the garage into a game room, bedroom, extra bathroom, expanded kitchen, kid’s playroom, home office, and more.

By converting part of the space and retaining part of it for storage or to park one vehicle, you can also boost the value of your home. Before you start clearing out the garage and starting a conversion project, you will want to take some time to evaluate your needs, determine a project budget, and plan your project using these considerations:

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Keep Your Home Safe By Using These Garage Door Security Tips

When it comes to home security, most people don’t even think about their garage door and how it could pose a risk for an unwanted intruder. It is important to take the right precautions to help keep your home secure and safe.

Tip #1: Get a new insulated garage door with frosted glass.

Tinted Satin glass still allows some natural light into the garage while making it difficult for someone to look inside and see what is in the garage. If people can’t see what is in your garage, they are less tempted to want to break into your home. Plus, garage doors with tinted satin glass boost curb appeal and the value of your home.

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Why Should You Insulate Your Garage?

Most people do not think about insulating their garages. Without insulation, the temperature in the garage will be about the same as it is outside. So, if it is hot, your garage will be hot. If it is cold, your garage will be cold.

These fluctuations in temperature in your garage could potentially damage items you store in the garage. Plus, they can increase risks of certain hazards, like storing spray paint, gasoline, and other chemicals at extreme hot or cold temperatures.

Not to mention, the changes in temperature inside the garage can also affect temperatures inside your house. Each time you open the door to your home all that hot or cold air gets sucked inside causing your air conditioner or furnace to run.

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