The Garage Plan Shop Blog
What Is Included in a Set of Pre-Drawn Stock Garage Plans?
The garage plans, barns, outbuilding plans, sheds, and other designs offered by The Garage Plan Shop are pre-drawn stock plans. While they are a great economical option for many wishing to build a new garage or other structure, it is important to understand what these...
Pros and Cons of Building a Carport Plan
For those in need of sheltered parking to protect their cars from Mother Nature’s fury, building a carport is a practical solution. What is a carport plan? A carport is an outdoor structure designed to house your vehicle and primarily provide overhead protection from...
Quick Tips for Choosing a Garage Plan
From functionality to style, there are many things to consider when choosing a detached garage plan to build on your lot . Furthermore, there is a vast array of garage designs to choose from, so selecting the perfect plan may seem challenging. These quick tips will...
Four Lift-Friendly Garage Plans
If you are planning to build a detached garage, you might find that a lift-friendly garage plan is a solid option for your parking and storage needs. RV Garage Plans Double as Auto Lift Garages Lift-friendly garage plans, or auto lift garages, are designed with tall...
Will Stock Garage Plans Meet My Local Building Codes?
When building a new garage or other accessory structure, building codes often influence local construction practices and will play a significant role in how the structure is built. What are Building Codes? Building codes are a comprehensive set of laws that...
Garage Apartment Plans: A Housing Solution that Makes Sense
In today’s tough economy and slow housing market, many families are being faced with a difficult decision – a decision to combine households due to financial strains, tighter budgets, a higher cost of living, and inflation. Seniors living month-to-month on fixed...
Are Stock Garage Plans Sealed or Stamped by an Engineer or Architect?
The garage plans and other designs offered through The Garage Plan Shop are pre-drawn stock plans. This means they are pre-designed plans rather than custom drawn to meet a homeowner’s specific needs. Pre-drawn stock plans are designed to comply with the national...