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Use this 6-Step Home Remodeling "Quick Guide" to review the in-the-garage conversion process. It assembles information you need and outlines it a step-by-step view.
Before you start anything in the garage, run some financial numbers to determine whether your project is a smart investment.
The numbers include the estimated costs, home value assessment, financing costs, and other related calculations.
Review cost-related issues to garage conversion vs. buying a new home.
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link to notes: analyze the numbers |
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estimate the cost of your project |
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get your home value |
Your 2nd step for in-the-garage is deciding what you would like to do and collecting ideas.
This includes reviewing -
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Step 3 is sketching your ideas on paper (or digitally) and developing the spec plan.
The spec plan determines what type of materials and design considerations that will be needed. It will also contain the product specifications for each remodeling element such as garage conversion, flooring, cabinetry, other.
You will use the spec plan and architectural design to bid the project out to a contractor.
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Step 4 is finding and negotiating the contract with a garage contractor.
Give your remodeling ideas and specs to a contractor for review and bid analysis.
Use the local network (aligned with HomeAdvisor) to find the right contractor for your project.
Review guides for contractor selection and negotiation.
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Step 5 is arranging financing once you select the contractor and finalize the contract for your project.
Using the equity value in your home is one of the best financing option for garage needs. Start with a home equity line of credit or a bank equity program.
Other options may include cash-out refinancing, personal savings, and/or financing from home improvement contractors.
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Step 6 is where the project begins.
It starts with setting up the work area, removing everything that needs to be replaced, installing plumbing and electrical if needed, putting in the final touches, etc.
It also means working with the contractor, managing the project, and getting the remodeling project inspected before releasing any funds.
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working with the contractor |
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managing the home remodeling project |
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about a home project inspections |
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find home inspector |
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The 2nd step for in-the-garage is deciding what you would like to do. This includes reviewing garage ideas, architectural styles, home pics and more.
Our collection of photo remodeling ideas for the garage.
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other exterior home ideas |
An excellent resource for remodeling trends is to view house plans from leading architects.
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house plans |
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architectural styles |
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gallery: pathways and walkways |
You can get remodeling ideas by shopping every part of your garage. Compare products among multiple merchants.
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shop GARAGE DOORS |
shop GARAGE DOOR OPENERS |
shop CHARGING STATION |
shop GARAGE FLOORING |
shop GARAGE LIFTS |
shop GARAGE MAINTENANCE |
shop GARAGE STORAGE |
shop WORKBENCH |
shop WORKBENCH TOOLS |
links to amazon's bestsellers in home improvement
bestsellers: Garage Doors |
bestsellers: Garage Door Openers |
bestsellers: Charging Stations |
bestsellers: Garage Flooring |
bestsellers: Garage Lifts |
bestsellers: Garage Maintenance |
bestsellers: Garage Storage |
bestsellers: Garage Workbench |
bestsellers: Workbench Tools |
Finally, view this indexed directory to product information from manufacturers and retail operations.
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Your garage management plan may require specs for garage storage, garage flooring, workbench design and spacing, hoist systems and more ...
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about developing your remodeling plan |
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some design considerations |
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search architect - draftsperson |
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about spec planning |
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FREE: Spec Planning Sheet |
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FREE: Spec Budgeting Worksheet |
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Need help designing and implementing a garage management plan? Use our pre-screened garage management/maintenance specialists servicing your area.
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Whether you are looking out for ideas to create a garage space in your home or are just bored of the old arrangements in the garage or even looking to make some more space in your garage, you know it is not that an easy job. It takes a lot of work and brains to create an attractive, spacious and clean garage space with as less space as possible, making the optimum use of whatever space available.
View sample product pics that can be used to manage your garage space. View the product pic gallery to formulate ideas.
Resource and manufacturer listing of home improvement products for garage management and usage.
What about financing? That is always the big question: how to pay for in-the-garage without breaking the budget ...
step1: What Type of Financing |
step2: Running the Numbers |
step3: Getting Qualified |
step4: Becoming a Bank |
step5: Start Your Application for Financing |
FREE: Download Lender Shopping Sheet |
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about financing home remodeling |
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getting yourself qualified |
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check your credit |
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view the BANK EQUITY program |
FREE tools to help with home improvement decision and planning and arranging home improvement financing ...
Home Remodeling Tools |
Home Financing Tools |
Estimate Home Remodeling Costs |
Get Your Home Value |
Budget for Home Improvement |
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So what can be done with your garage space? You could park your automobiles, store household goods, turn it into a workbench area, or convert your garage into a bonus room.
No matter how you use the space, start with this step-by-step guide after you review the garage management ideas and topics above to help plan and manage your garage needs.