Here's a handy list of educational terms and option information that can help you with your garage building decisions.

The Checklist

A checklist of things to consider before Garage Builders of Raleigh can start your garage construction project. Please read through the items below. They will trigger ideas to make your new garage the best design for you. Take notes.

Also – Be sure to read our Services page to make sure you have considered every option before we put together your project quote.

Plot Plan

This is a survey you usually have from the closing of your house that shows boundaries, home, utility and driveway placement.
Note: We have a surveyor available to create a survey if you have no survey. Your proposed garage can be drawn on your existing survey to pull permits. Please call Garage Builders of Raleigh early, “ASAP”, to schedule your survey – We can normally produce one in a week.

Set Back Restrictions

Codes determine how close proposed garage location can be placed to property boundaries.
Note: Call your local county or city zoning and permits department to find find out your "setback" requirements. Let us know if we can assist you with this.

Foundation

We recommend poured footings with masonry foundation walls.

Plans and Permits

Our turnkey package includes CAD plans, engineering, specifications and permits.

 

Tree Removal and Site Preparation

We can assist with the removal of trees and concrete.

Electrical Packages

Note: This requires a custom quote taken care of by Garage Builders of Raleigh.

Number of Windows, Entry Doors, Garages Doors

Note: Have an idea of how many, size, and location. Details will be discussed during the site visit.

Remote Garage Door Openers

Note: Two kinds, chain and belt drive (the quieter of the two)

Type of Siding

Painting

You or Me?
Note: Cement Lap Siding and wood siding needs to be primed and caulked for final inspection.

 

Roof Pitch

4/12, 7/12, 8/12, 10/12, 12/12 are most common on our garages.

Eaves

Usually done to match the house. We will also match your “gingerbread" trim. Standard 1 foot eaves are most common.

Second Story Design

With or without dormers or loft storage.

Stair Options

Inside, outside, location, direction, permanent or pull down, (wood or metal)

Finished Out Interiors

To workshop or living space standards.

Driveway Extensions, Gravel, Sidewalks and Steps

We offer driveway extensions which typically cost less when done in concert with the build

Shingle Matching

Note: Knowing what is on your house, brand and color, helps.

Appearances to Match Your Home

Note: Realize fading in paint color, shingles and vinyl siding has often occurred on your home.

Gutters

Would you like for Garage Builders of Raleigh to include them or will you have a third-party company install them?