GARAGE DIY

WHY A GARAGE?

If you don’t already own a garage for your property, you are missing out on a valuable addition to your property that Matix Lumber can provide for you. This includes added storage space for all of your tools and gear, a place to work on your projects, and a protected parking spot for your car. This article is aimed at savvy homeowners that want to increase the value of their properties with a relatively simple construction project that brings a litany of benefits.

WHAT DOES MATIX OFFER?

First and foremost, Matix Lumber provides a full service planning, estimating, and delivery service for any type of garage you could think of. This includes our garage templates with popular sizes like 22’ x 22’ and 22’ x 24’ alongside custom design of any shape or sized structure. Matix also provides durable and tamper-proof windows and doors from our partnered suppliers as well as high quality building materials for the walls, insulation, and roof. We understand that for those customers without much experience, undertaking a construction project may seem daunting. This is why Matix has a team of industry experienced salespeople that will guide you through the process of choosing the options that will maximize the value of your property.

We also know that a garage can be more than just a parking spot, and Matix is happy to offer a full custom design experience to help turn the inside of your garage into your personal workspace. This includes custom cabinetry work, countertop finishes, or any other storage solutions you’re looking for. The bottom line is that Matix Lumber can provide the garage you want and supply you with materials, advice, and exceptional service all the way through.

VALUE CALCULATIONS

For those that prefer an analytical approach to an investment like a garage, let’s crunch some numbers. The first and foremost question is the return on investment when you build a new garage. The popular budgeting website “Pocketsense” did a study on exactly this, finding that on average a new garage will fetch upwards of an 81% return on investment when reselling the property. This is an extremely high return on investment as a significant portion of the upfront costs of the building project will be returned to you when you sell the property. Additionally, rental properties that can provide a garage to tenants see up to $500 in increased monthly rental fees. This can add up very quickly and end up fully paying for the garage in a few years.

If you are looking to build on a property that you plan on keeping for some time, there are additional benefits to having a garage. First, storing a vehicle inside a garage can protect you from a wide variety of unnecessary costs. Factoring in things like winter maintenance, external repair, and potential part damage – a garage can save you from having to pay up to $1500 or more each winter. Further, the Winnipeg Police Service has found that vehicle “smash-and-grabs” are on the rise, and putting a locked door between a vehicle and a potential break-in can save you thousands in window repair, deductibles, and personal property loss.

Recent break ins:
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/the-high-price-of-smashed-car-windows-petty-crime-and-addiction-1.5212522

WPS Break ins on the rise:

https://www.winnipeg.ca/police/TakeAction/vehicle_theft_prevention.stm

Garage Value:

https://pocketsense.com/garages-add-value-home-appraisals-6541.html

DIYNiko Kovacevic