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    Roof Design HELP!

    Hi, I am trying to figure out how I could join an addition to my current garage. Getting the two roofs to blend is stoping me. I'm not working with an architect, I'd rather not. Beside the roof, the addition would be easy to draw out for permit application. My current garage is 20x21 and I...
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    What would be a good beginner welding unit?

    I want to purchase a welder however I do not have a clear vision of what type I would need. My first use would be to replace body panels and patches. It would also be helpful it was multi function but I don't understand the different needs for welding different substrates. Lastly, cutting, if...
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    Metal Building Reviews

    I want to build a 24x24 garage using one of the metal options available today. It will be located in a residential area visible from the road. I describe this because I do not want an industrial type nor do I think it would fly on my property. I would prefer a unit that could be supplied as a...
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    Hailing from snowy New England

    I was wondering what type of floor and footing is required in MA? I am trying to not have to pour a 4 ft foundation and footing. Can you use sono tube down to below frost line for each vertical column?
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    Change of Plans

    I'm sure some of you will remember my posts about building a garage that go back a number of years. Well, life has a way of taking your plans and throwing them up in the air. I was going to build a large pole or stick built garage. My resources have dried up in a sense and I'm looking for other...
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    Need Some Help With Design

    I have posted in the past on my garage dream project and I must add, received amazing, thoughtful and meaningful responses. Long short is my dream was refocused and my wife and I purchased a second home in a foreign country. With time being split, I wouldn't see it sensible to build what I had...
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    Heat Recommendations for 32x30

    I am build in garage. It will have two floors and 10' ceiling on first floor. I want to heat both levels. I'm located in Massachusetts.
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    Radiant Heating COST'S??

    I am reviewing options for my garage build. I have decided to focus on my radiant heating option. What information I'm trying to put together is info regarding installation Pro or DIY. Material choice options piping, boiler, hardware etc. Actual install and operational experience. My garage...
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    Excavator Rental First Timer

    Has anyone performed their own excavation with a rental having not used an excavator before? I want to give it a try, not sure how difficult it would be.
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    Need a guide

    Hey Guys, I want to add on to my existing garage and if I get the project together soon enough, I'll start this fall. I'm looking for guidance on getting this project rolling. I'm currently stuck with no concept of what or how to add to the existing building. I would like to post a few photos...
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    Share your square foot cost??

    Anyone willing to share their square foot cost? Trying to figure what I would be able to build. I'm looking for a garage with a second floor for a wood shop. I would like to be some where between 20 and 30K. Appreciate your feedback. Thanks
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    What does it cost to build?

    Is there a general rule or cost per square foot for constructing a garage? What could the average be? I know this is a tough question, just trying to figure out what I could build and what it might cost. Thanks for you patience..
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