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Detached garages offer flexible space for parking, storage, workshops, and more—often with easier noise and fume separation than attached garages.
Garages have long been a reliable way to protect vehicles and store gear—but detached garages are gaining attention because they’re more flexible and can be used for much more than parking.
Also, a quick accuracy note: it’s often claimed that “80% of owned homes have garages,” but nationwide data points more broadly to about two-thirds of U.S. housing units having a garage or carport, with the share varying by region (it’s higher in some areas, like the Pacific region).
In this article, you’ll learn what a detached garage is, why homeowners like them, typical size options, and what costs to expect.
What Is a Detached Garage?
A detached garage is a standalone structure separate from the main house. Unlike attached garages, it doesn’t share a wall with your home.
While vehicle storage is the obvious use, many people choose detached garages to create space for:
That flexibility is exactly why detached garages have become more popular.
Detached Garage Sizes (Duramax Options)
The Duramax Imperial Metal Garage is available in 12x20 and 12x26 sizes, with Light Gray and Dark Gray options shown in the detached garage collection.
Duramax Vinyl Garage (with Foundation)
The Vinyl Garage line offers multiple lengths with the same 10.5' width, including:
Need more length? The collection also lists a 30" Vinyl Garage Extension.
Attached vs Detached Garages (Pros & Cons)
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Why People Love Their Detached Garages
1) More Storage Without House Clutter
Detached garages help keep bulky items out of the home and away from everyday living space.
2) Freedom to Customize
Because the structure isn’t physically integrated into the house, it can be tailored more aggressively for storage, work, or hobby use.
3) Noise + Fume Separation
If you run tools, work on engines, or store fuel-powered equipment, separation can be a real quality-of-life upgrade.
4) Multi-Purpose Space
Detached garages often become:
5) Security (With a Realistic Framing)
A detached garage can reduce the risk of a garage-to-house break-in route, since it’s not connected—but you still need good locks, lighting, and visibility to deter theft.
6) Potential Rental/Income Use (Proceed Carefully)
Some homeowners explore converting outbuildings into rental/work space—but that typically depends on local zoning, permits, setbacks, and utility rules. It’s possible in some places, restricted in others, and often not simple.
How Much Does a Detached Garage Cost?
Costs swing widely based on slab/foundation, finishes, electrical, and local labor rates.
If you’re talking about a typical “build one” project, consumer cost guides commonly show totals that can range from the tens of thousands depending on scope and location (and can be lower or higher based on finishes).
Duramax detached garage pricing
Duramax garages have a price starting at around 2,329 up to $4,999:
Is a New Detached Garage “Worth It”?
A detached garage can add value—especially in markets where covered parking and workshop/storage space are prized—but there isn’t a universal “adds 13–14%” number that holds across the U.S.
How to Keep Your Detached Garage in Great Shape
A simple maintenance routine goes a long way:
Transform Your Property with a Durable Detached Garage
Detached garages aren’t just for parking. They’re practical, flexible structures that can become storage hubs, workshops, and more.
If you’re looking for prebuilt-style kits with predictable sizing and straightforward assembly, Duramax options in vinyl and metal provide a wide size range and, per your collection, pricing under $5,000 for the main garage kits shown.