New garage checklist: What would you include?

89911 · 07:49 AM

I am in the process of building a 2 story addition which includes a 24 x 25 2 car garage. I have tackled the heating issue by adding radiant floor heating under the concrete. Other then adding extra outlets, cable TV, a sink, what else have I forgot? I have wireless telephone and internet connections which shouldn't be a problem. The ceiling height is 9 foot. A lift is a thought, but I have found my "wrenching" time to be less and less rewarding and I don't desire the obstruction when not in use. Suggestions welcome!

BlueSideUp · 10-14-2007, 07:46 AM

Do you ever have a desire to weld or use compressed air? You might find it easier to run air lines and a 220V socket now while you are under construction.

89911 · 10-14-2007, 07:46 AM

Heres a before is anyone is into additions

89911 · 10-14-2007, 07:48 AM

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Originally Posted by BlueSideUp

Do you ever have a desire to weld or use compressed air? You might find it easier to run air lines and a 220V socket now while you are under construction.

Good idea. I have a compressor in the other garage (integral 2 car). The wall are cinder block in the new one unless I decide to finish them, so they are going to have to run along the blocks. The 220v line is a good idea! Just what I'm needing.

Joeaksa · 10-14-2007, 07:52 AM

We ran air lines along the ceiling and in the middle of the garage in my house, and added electrical outlets ever 4 feet. As well put a electrical service panel in the garage and 220 volt feed out of it for the compressor, welder, plasma cutter etc.

As well you cannot have too many lights.

VINMAN · 10-14-2007, 08:22 AM

Refrig for beer!

SlowToady · 10-14-2007, 09:51 AM

You have no Keg-arator? Just what kind of garage are you building?

Looks nice!

Mr_Wizard · 10-14-2007, 09:55 AM

Pool Table

Beer Keg

Dart Board

Stripper Pole

SlowToady · 10-14-2007, 10:03 AM

So he's building my room? Good choice!

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Originally Posted by Mr_Wizard

Pool Table

Beer Keg

Dart Board

Stripper Pole

SlowToady · 10-14-2007, 10:05 AM

That radiant heat flooring...does that just make the floor warm or does it make the whole place warm? If it only warms the floor, then room heating is a definite must. A nice, warm garage is the best.

Seahawk · 10-14-2007, 10:09 AM

Most of the adds I will do have been mentioned: Lift, air jacks, 220, compressor, keg, kegerator, refrigerator, cable, internet, etc.

What I would add is places to sit...comfortable places to sit. Also, more bench space that you'll think need, squared. Enjoy.

911boost · 911boost's Garage

Side mount garage door opener, or jack shaft opener (they are called one or the other depending on who you talk to). I have one, replaced a decent traditional type opener. My new LiftMaster is awesome. Much quieter, doesn't take up any space, did i mention quiter. I would definitley get one.

Bill

89911 · 10-14-2007, 11:03 AM

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Originally Posted by SlowToady

That radiant heat flooring...does that just make the floor warm or does it make the whole place warm? If it only warms the floor, then room heating is a definite must. A nice, warm garage is the best.

It keeps it about 60-65 in the winter. I've been to a friends garage that had it and I was impressed. The floor is like laying on your living room and most of the heat is concentrated where you need it. I've talked my wife into it since the tile floor above the garage will have a chill if we don't heat it some way.

pavulon · 10-14-2007, 01:06 PM

your tile floor will have a chill unless you put radiant heat under it as well....all of my tile floors are chilly in winter

SLO-BOB · 10-14-2007, 07:16 PM

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A lift is a thought, but I have found my "wrenching" time to be less and less rewarding and I don't desire the obstruction when not in use. Suggestions welcome!
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Even if you don't plan on working on your car as much, a lift would be very handy even for mundane things like tire rotation and oil changes. That's why I would factor in a recessed section in which to place a scissors lift. Once instaled, the lift won't be in the way because it will be flush to the floor. Have the conduit and box run to the area so cables aren't laying on the floor while you're at it. You will have to watch out because of a trip hazard when the car is not in it's spot, however.

I just redid my garage. I built closets because I didn't want clutter. Now everything is behind closed doors. I also built a cabinet at the front with a large pegboard. I want to have the basic tools at my disposal, but I don't like roll-away tool chests.

gt350mike · 10-14-2007, 07:58 PM

This link is good for a few ideas.........

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/

Brian Cameron · 10-14-2007, 11:51 PM

Hot & cold running water, a toilet and an air mattress (or car with really comfortable reclining seat). Assuming you're married.

john70t · 10-15-2007, 01:58 AM

Having lights in the floors would be neat.
Cut a channel which connects to a drain, suspend the electrics, brace and flush-mount those disgusting clear blocks(or other) from the 70's and seal. Gets rid of that f'n shoplight wire which is always somehow under the creeper.

id10t · 10-15-2007, 05:17 AM

CAT5e 8-wire cabling to a central point in the house, either for network (100mb or gigabit LAN) or telephone or both....

JeremyD · JeremyD's Garage

Compressed air is nice to have. I doubled on my lighting - the electrician tried to talk me out of it - said it will be bright in there - - it is and makes it much easier to see.

I just went through this - you can;t have too many sockets - think about workbench placment - I have two big ones now. Refridgerator.

Lowes just started selling gladiator - about $100 less than everyother place I could find.

I think If I was redoing a garage - the least I would do is a recess for a sicissor lift. they are not that expensive - even for just trading out track wheels.....