I'm considering converting my single car garage door into a wall with a regular door since I use the garage mostly for gym equipment and storage and have no plans to park a car there. I think it would help make the space more climate-controlled, but I'm not sure about the practicality or cost of this change. Any thoughts on how much it might cost and if it's worth it?
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Going through with a conversion could be risky for your resale value; I’ve heard it could drop it by $20,000 to $50,000. If you’re really set on this, make sure you do a good job with insulation. Otherwise, you might want to consider an insulated wall or even just adding some insulation to your current garage door. It’s all about maintaining some value for the long run!
You might be able to get around the need for a full conversion! Instead of closing it off completely, consider installing an insulated garage door instead. There are options that have great insulation properties and you can upgrade the seals to limit airflow. This way, you keep the option of opening it up for better airflow when the weather's nice—many folks use screen doors for that. Just a heads-up though, converting the space entirely can sometimes drop your home’s value unless you’re in a market where that’s not a concern.
Totally agree! I've seen lots of homes with converted garages that just don’t look good, and buyers seem to shy away from them. Keeping a garage door while insulating can keep that flexibility without risking your property value.
The cost really depends on whether you’re hiring someone or doing it yourself. And don’t forget to check with local regulations; some places have rules about how many parking spaces you need for your home. If you do go ahead, it might be worth documenting the process so you can show potential buyers later what you’ve done!
Good point! I’d also think about the size and siding—if you can match it up with your house, that’ll definitely help with appealing aesthetics when you do sell.
I’ve noticed that, too! Homes with garage conversions often linger on the market longer—buyers usually don’t want to deal with the potential quality issues from those types of renovations.