What’s an average garage size? This seemingly basic question deserves a bit of a comprehensive answer.
Your garage is an important part of your home. Not only does it provide a space for you to safely park your vehicles, but it also has space for storage and possibly even a work area.
What do you plan on doing with your garage? Knowing how much space you have to work with is how you will determine what you can do with it.
What’s the average garage size?
The answer to this question varies.
There are no standard garage dimensions. Still, many homeowners think the answer is as simple as a “one-car” (or “single-car” garage), “two-car,” or “three-car” garage.
But this can vary, too. And you certainly want something wide enough to get in and out and open your car door!
A one-car garage is clearly the smallest choice. On average, a one-car garage is 12 feet wide and 22 feet deep. Other common sizes are 14 x 22 feet, 16 feet x 24 feet, and 14 x 24 feet. These bigger one-car garages are great for storage space in addition to the space for your vehicle.
Two-car garage dimensions are generally 18 feet wide by 20 feet deep. But, if you want space to fully open the doors of the car, or you want more storage area or a workspace, there are other common sizes, including 20 x 20, 22 x 22, and 20 x 22.
Three-car garages are the most spacious and provide ample parking and storage space. Some homeowners choose to renovate one of the garage areas into a living space, a bedroom, or even a rental unit. These garages are usually 32 feet wide by 22 feet deep (or feet long).
Depending on the area you have to work with, a garage builder can make the garage for you at any of those average sizes. Some builders also offer custom-built garages that fit your unique size and shape needs.
Garage depth is often as important if not more important than width, especially if your plans include extra storage space or extra space for a “man cave.” The topic of detached garages vs. attached garages doesn’t usually come into play when discussing the various car/garage dimensions.
Regardless of what size of garage you have (some people have 4-car garages!), it’s important to remember that a high-quality garage door will keep the area protected and comfortable. You can trust our reliable installation, top-quality product selection, and experience working with homeowners of all kinds throughout the Pacific Northwest.
Call Ponderosa Garage Doors today to get your appointment scheduled.