Whether you are building a new home, expanding your current garage, or just simply curious, this seemingly simple question deserves a bit more of a comprehensive question. 

The garage is an often overlooked and underappreciated part of the home. However, if you have been able to take advantage of a great garage space, you know the value it can bring to your life. And comparatively, if you have suffered with not enough garage space you have experienced the frustration that can bring. 

What’s the average garage size?

The answer to this question varies.

There really aren’t any standard dimensions for a garage, it is all up to you as the homeowner or builder. Some homeowners classify their wants as either a simple  “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!

One Car Garage

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

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 Garage

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).

What’s the Average Garage Door Size?

Now this question has a little less variance to it. There are some standard garage door sizes depending on how many cars you are designing to fit. 

The standard garage door height and width vary, but for a single-car garage door, it is 8 feet wide by 7 feet high or 9 feet wide by 7 feet high. These sizes will accommodate most vehicles.

For a double garage door, it is usually 16 or 18 feet wide by 7 feet tall. However, for some custom-built garages, the doors can go up to 8 feet or even 10 feet tall along with the 16 feet wide door size. 

Customizing Your Overhead Door in Ohio

So maybe you didn’t get the simple answer you were after. If you are in the market for building or renovating a garage, the good news is, there is plenty of room for you to customize!

 When it comes time to install a new overhead door in Ohio, contact our team at Springfield Overhead Door and we will get you set up with a unique and custom garage door to suit your exact needs.