Compliment your Dream Home with a Custom Garage

Building your custom home in State College, PA provides the opportunity to design the perfect living spaces to fit all your family’s needs. When designing your custom home and making choices, remember not to overlook the significance of the garage. The expert craftsmen at Triple E Homes will review top custom features to improve the comfort and useability of your garage. 

Are you intending to use your new garage primarily for storing cars, your boat or other recreation vehicles? Or do you envision incorporating a loft or a guest bedroom above the garage? The options are practically endless when it comes to designing a garage from scratch. To kickstart the process, take a few moments to jot down your wish list and how you plan to utilize the space. Sharing this list with your custom home builder will ensure that your new garage is tailored precisely to meet your requirements.

An essential component for any top-notch garage is a garage floor drain. Whether you're giving your car a thorough wash or clearing out debris, you'll surely find great value in having a strategically positioned drain. For added convenience, consider installing a hose bib to aid in rinsing it out. And for those aiming for the ultimate setup consider upgrading to a hot and cold hose spigot and add a large utility sink.

Ditch the concrete. Opting for an epoxy floor is an excellent choice to maintain the aesthetics of your garage, ensuring easy cleaning and becoming the talk of the neighborhood.

To further enhance the appeal, consider installing decorative garage doors. Carriage-style garage doors featuring glass panels, sleek metal handles, or wood grain finishes can truly elevate the exterior appearance. Remember, your garage should be an extension of your home. When choosing a garage door, ensure that it complements the other exterior doors, windows, and molding of your house, creating a cohesive look.



To add the finishing touch to your custom garage, consider installing exterior lighting. Whether it's overhead or side lighting, it can accentuate the beautiful details of your garage area and cast a warm, welcoming glow. Aim for consistency by selecting exterior lighting near your front entry area that coordinates or matches with the garage lighting, creating a harmonious visual appeal. Beyond aesthetics, it's important to note that attractive and high-quality garage lighting serves as a crucial safety and security feature for your home.

A well-utilized garage is one that offers comfort and is a space you want to spend time in. It all begins with insulating and drywalling the space. In Central Pennsylvania the winters bring cold weather and you want the whole family to be able to utilize the garage year-round. Without proper sealing, heating becomes ineffective. For an even higher level of comfort, consider installing a gas line for a potential garage heater.

5. Storage, Storage and More Storage

How big of a garage do you need? Most homeowners regret making their garage too small. Ensure your garage is large enough to serve as both a storage and work space. 

Whether you have a handyman in the family with a collection of tools or an active household filled with sporting equipment such as bicycles, helmets, bats, and balls, it's important to consider storage solutions for these items. By carefully considering what will be stored in your garage during the construction phase, you can design a space that accommodates everything neatly. This thoughtful planning will result in a more organized environment, making it easier to maintain a clean and clutter-free garage. This often works best if your garage door leads into a mudroom.

Regardless if you plan to utilize your garage for storage of tools and vehicles, as a workspace or both, proper planning during the design of your custom home is essential. If you are building a custom home in State College, Boalsburg, Bellefonte, Centre Hall, Port Matilda or the surrounding region contact Triple E Homes to start designing your dream home.