Planning Your Garage

It’s one thing to dream about it… now it’s time to get it on paper.

Build Your File

If you haven’t already, start a “Building File.” Your file can include pictures of structures you like (exteriors and interiors) and a laundry list of ideas for the building’s purpose.

Once you have a good idea of what type of building you want, now it’s time to start talking… contact your local consultant to begin the
process. We will make an appointment to visit you at the proposed site of your building, discuss your ideas, and help you finalize your
plan.

With the information we gather at that meeting, we will provide you with a firm price and a timeline for your building.

Will It Fit?

Do you know what size garage you need? Try our interactive planning tool to help build your file.

This tool will help you decide whether a 24×30 garage will be enough space or if you should extended it to a 24×34 to accommodate all of your vehicles, lawn equipment and anything else you’d like to store in your garage. Once you’re done rearranging your items, you can print the document and add it to your garage file…and share it with your Coach House Design Consultant

Know What To Expect From Start To Finish

Now that you’ve built your file, here’s what you can expect from Coach House Garages. First is customer service throughout the entire process., which continues even after construction is complete. Next, you can expect a knowledgeable partner to help you navigate the construction process, and ensure that you receive the garage you’ve contracted for.

The construction timeframe is dependent on several variables. Here are six basic steps of building a Coach House Garage.

Step 1: Shooting Grade

After scheduling an appointment with your local design consultant, they will meet with you at your home to discuss your project and find out exactly what it is you’re looking for in a garage. They will take measurements, shoot grade to find the lay of your land, and flag out the garage’s “ blueprint” i n your yard according to your specifications. All of our consultants are knowledgeable in municipal zoning ordinances and requirements. They will make some suggestions along the way, based on those requirements, so you end up, not only with a garage built to code, but one you will love!

Step 2: Excavating

Once an agreement has been signed, your design consultant now becomes your project manager. At this point in time all your color choices, window & door styles, and any other custom options you want for your garage will be finalized and or- dered by our production manager. Your project manager will then start acquiring any necessary permits through the city or county in which you live. Upon approval from your jurisdiction your project manager will coordinate with one of our sub contractors to start excavating the building site to prepare for your Coach House Garage.

Step 3: Pouring Concrete

After the building site has been excavated of all trees, shrubs and anything else that may be in the way of your new garage, the ground will be prepped and forms will be placed for concrete. Your project manager will put an order in for one of our concrete contractors to pour and finish your floor. They will also pour a concrete curb & footers to make sure your garage has a sturdy, secure foundation to build on. This is the point where you will really start to see your garage dreams becoming a reality. And in a few short weeks your garage will be done!

Step 4: Production

Now that all of the materials have been ordered and the floor is poured, your project manager will give the go- ahead for production to start. Our highly skilled carpenters will begin building the wall panels and trusses at our shop in Arthur, Ill i- nois. Our production manager will finalize any last-m inute details to make sure everything is ready to go when production has finished. We have a great relationship with our material suppliers and are able to get materials in a very timely manner.

Step 5: Build Day

Once your concrete floor has cured and all the materials for your project have arrived at our facility, your garage will be loaded and one of our set-u p crews will deliver it to your house. They will arrive around 7:00am and within 30 minutes all four walls will be set and secured. What was once an empty concrete floor will now be the first look at your new garage! The crew will work for the next 6 to 7 hours, depending on how big your garage is, installing your trusses, shingles, siding,windows and doors.

Step 6: Enjoy Your Garage!

All in a day’s work, the time has come to enjoy your new Coach House Garage! At this point you will have a fully functional garage. However, most of our projects still have some finishing touches like electricity and gutters that your project manag-er will coordinate. Some customers like us to take their garage to a whole other level by adding insulation, drywall, and landscaping to make their new garage fit right in with their property. The options for a garage are endless and we can help you every step of the way so you can enjoy your new garage for a lifetime.

Rome Wasn’t Built In A Day, But MOST Coach House Garages Are

Our customers like to know what they’re getting for their money. Many enjoy looking on as their new Coach House is as- sembled—usually within a day! Here’s a timeline of a basic garage being built. Some larger garages with a lot of custom detail may take longer, but in general, this is what you can expect with a Coach House Garage.