A detached garage is a great addition to your property, especially in an area with cold winters. It can keep your car warmer at night, so you won’t need to spend much time warming it up in the morning and maybe even scraping snow off of it.

But, if the garage is no longer safe or it has outlived its usefulness, it may be time to have it demolished. We’ll discuss some possible times when demolition is a good idea.

Safety Problems

If your garage is structurally unsound, it is a safety liability. If your roof is sagging, the wood is rotting, or the building is leaning, it could be unsafe for anyone in or around it. This includes any neighborhood children who may be tempted to sneak into it. Also, anything you may be storing in it could be damaged should it collapse.

Abandoned

If you no longer use your garage and have no plans to use it, it might be better to demolish it. An empty garage can attract pests such as mice, rats, and other animals, which you probably don’t want to attract to your property. Empty buildings can also be a target for vandalism.

Yard Space

Even if your garage is in sound condition, you may prefer some extra yard space. Your children could have extra space to play in. Or you could plant a garden. Maybe you’ve been thinking about adding a patio or pool to your yard. There are a lot of options; it really depends on whether you feel your garage is still useful.

Too Small

Maybe you really want a garage, but your current garage is too small. Between your cars and all the things you don’t have room for in your house, you need a bigger garage. This might mean it’s time to demolish your current garage and build a bigger new garage.

You’ll find a new garage can be kept more secure as well. You can have windows and doors installed in your new garage with security in mind, which will enable you to safely keep expensive tools and equipment in your garage. You could even get locks that can be controlled from your smartphone if you want.

Replacement

If you plan to replace your garage after demolishing your current one, you’ll need to consider the cost. However, there are some low-cost options. You can save a lot of money by using a garage kit. This way, there is no worrying about designing a garage, and you can build it yourself with the help of a friend. However, if you don’t want to build your own garage, you can have the garage shipped to you already assembled.

Conclusion

A detached garage can be great, but if it has outlived its usefulness, it’s time to get rid of it before it becomes an eyesore. Not only can this prevent pests and vandalism, but it can make way for a new garage or simply more yard space. So, consider if any of the situations we’ve discussed apply to you.

Contact Us

For more information on demolishing a detached garage or for service, call ABH Services Inc. at (781) 941-2422 or connect with us on Facebook.