Building a garage
 

I know there are a couple threads like this on the forum, but it looks like they are a bit dated at this point.

The lease on my current garage is running out in a couple months and I've decided to have a 1 1/2, tandem style garage built in my yard. The current dimensions I'm looking at are 14'x27' with a 10'x7' door. I DIY anything I can so i'll definitely be adding a MaxJax portable garage lift (MaxJax Portable Car Lift - Home Garage Lift - Dannmar - MaxJax USA), an air compressor, ample lighting and electric and a couple ceiling fans to combat the heat in the summer. Id also like to get a work bench and storage and place them against the back wall.

With all that in mind. What else do I need to consider? What are your recommendations and experiences?

If you have pics of your setup please also post them up!

Add hot and cold faucets with a drain in the floor so you can wash/detail all indoors in the garage :)

It's on my list of must haves when I build my next place. That plus your list and a couple others items.

I thought about plumbing for a utility sink, but the added cost to do so doesn't seem worth it to me. I'm trying to keep concrete, construction and electric under $15k, which isn't easy in Cincinnati.


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I manufactured sheds for 30 years...U might check into the shed guys that do garages, U could get a bare bones one and fix up...don't forget county/city codes, don't try to skirt the system and no permits...if u get caught(and neighbors love to bitch) it can get ugly.

Building a garage
 

Go with 10' ceilings. It'll be tight with the car at the full height on the lift if you don't.

Also, a portable ac unit or building in a window unit makes it a lot more comfortable in the summer.
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How do you like you MaxJax lift? Thanks for the input on the ceilings!


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It's fantastic. I'm kicking myself for not buying one years ago. But, make sure you account for the fact you'll be installing a lift when you pour your foundation so you have a thick enough slab.

I would do 12' ceilings and a 4 post lift. That way you can use the floor space during the winter storage months.

I've already considered that. How thick is yours? Are there any electrical requirements for the lift?

:iagree: extra height is a must! I have 14' in my garage and love it........ Now I just need a lift :icon17:

Building a garage
 

I don't need to get that high. As long as I can get under with a creeper I'll be fine. I have center post now and thats what i do

The MaxJax is also portable. It bolts into the ground when you need it and you remove it when you aren't using it.

Also may need to take into account other people's cars that may go on the lift so you need plenty of height for those people to(wife, friends, kids, etc).


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The lift just requires a standard outlet. If you have them pour a 6" slab you'll be fine. The instructions call for a 4" and that would work as well, but I like overkill when it involves something holding a 3000lb car over my face.

Make sure you run a 220 outlet in there if you plan on a big air compressor. And you can't have too many electrical outlets.

Meh... I don't want to work on a jeep anyway... Hahaha

This. Mine works fine for my cars and my wife's, but if you have a truck or SUV there's no way I can get the jack to full height.

One thing to remember - once you have a lift, everyone you know will then come and want to use it.