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So one thing I've noticed right away (and again, new to this) is that I can't get the numbers to add up to the total at the bottom? Also, the truss and frame package prices are 'with tax', but tax is included again at the bottom for the total. Am I missing something?

Well, mid July has come and gone, but I guess the good news is concrete is verified to start this Thursday. Things should go pretty fast on that end. I have a quote back from 84 Lumber for the materials. The quote (down below the plans) seems kind of high? I'm new to this, but expected...

Things are finally starting! I have my plans approved and concrete is scheduled for mid July. I am going with a 24x40 2 story (talk about space maximization). I'll post my plans up along with my site plan soon. I'm getting the front area of the garage reinforced for a lift and possibly...

If you don't mind, can you tell me what your materials cost was? Thanks.

Yes, it is actually 28' to the peak. I am going to do a laser measurement on our house as I believe it is closer to this. I'll find out Friday. Curious if it is over by a foot or two if a variance would be something I can get. In terms of a lift, not looking for another crazy, just something...

Also, we are in the process of upgrading our electrical service. My current plan is to change our home to a 400A (320 cont) service and add the lines/disconnect from there to the garage (approx 18ft buried line).

So it looks like I am going to go the DIY route for the build. I really like these plans: 2 Story Garage I am going to revisit my budget and start to get estimates for the concrete. Once plans are in hand, is there a good way to go about getting materials cost? I wasn't sure if this is...

Thanks for the welcomes!

Looks like I'm good for height up to 20ft. I would love to do gambrel roof, that was my first choice. My wife isn't feeling the gambrel style for some reason. I'm still exploring it as an option though. I have an initial design. I'll see if I can get some pictures posted. Thanks for the...

All great points. Our new neighborhood has no covenants. I'll have to get a permit for the build, but I have the info an setbacks, height, etc and it seems I'm in the clear on those areas. Funny thing, the neighbor's fence is actually 1.5ft on our property after the survey. This won't...

Oggy, Thanks. I forgot to mention them up top but I plan on doing 5 windows. 3 on the main floor (sides and back) and 2 on the second floor (front and back).

Door will be on the 24-26 end. 26' is about as wide as I can go (side facing the street). Any wider and it will start to venture behind the house.

Detached Garage Build - 24' x 40' Two Story I'm new to the forums (just joined), but have found myself here several times browsing through the galleries or just searching general information. My wife and I are about to purchase a home in Indianapolis, IN. It's been a pretty long and...

Hello everyone. I've been a long time lurker, but finally decided to join. My wife and I are about to buy a house in Indianapolis, IN and I'm in the process of getting estimates for a detached garage/workshop. I'm looking forward to learning some new things as well as contributing what I can!