Guest Blog: How to Transform Your Garage Into a Living Room
Now if you want to add an extra family room to your home without having to pay through the nose, then converting your garage into a functional living space is ideal. You’ll be adding around 600 square feet at least, plus you’ll spend a lot less compared to building an additional room. The only bad news is that obviously you won't be able to park your car in the garage any longer.
The Costs Involved with Such a Project
Since the garage already has walls, a foundation, and a roof, it is not going to cost as much as a new addition. Depending on the features you want, you’re looking at anywhere from $20k to $50k if it is a two car garage. If you want to add a bathroom, that will likely set you back another $15k-plus.
The task of converting the garage involves:
>Raising the height of the floor to add insulation over the concrete.
>You’ll want to add an insulated ceiling and walls.
>Space will need to have cooling and heating, which can be diverted from the primary system in the home or by adding one.
>Electrical systems will need to be upgraded for more load.
>The wall between the garage and the main home will have to be removed.
>Windows and doors will have to be added.
