It is recommended that you construct non-load-bearing walls all the way around areas that you do not want to be seen, such as the water heater, the furnace, the laundry area, or the storage space.Should you remove the garage door and replace it with a wall, or should...
Given that a garage conversion falls under the category of “exempted development,” you won’t need a building permit to get the job done. However, before moving forwards with the actual planning, a few questions must be answered. Is it possible that...
Having an extra bedroom is nice to have, and here’s one way to go about doing it if you’ve ever wanted one or need one badly. If you’re on the fence about whether you should relocate or not, here’s something to think about: do you have a garage...
Garage door that creates loud noises when opened and closed can be repaired in an hour or so. Let’s start by making sure all the door and track nuts, screws, and hinges are in place and tight. To tighten the nuts, a ratchet and a deep socket will come in...
The garage has historically functioned as a storage space and a place to do manual labour. When we lived in the last house, we built up pergolas and used it as a hen coop for our young chickens. Also, when work isn’t getting in the way, take the time to park...