By building a garage next to your home you can keep your vehicles safe from thieves and protected from poor weather conditions.

Nowadays, garages are available in many styles and designs- to match your tastes and your budget. One of the most popular styles are concrete garages, which are relatively easy to install.

Bases of concrete garages

The thickness of a concrete garage base, on normal soil conditions, needs to be around 4 inches, and the parameter should be a minimum of 10 inches below ground level. Steel mesh is often used to increase the strength of the base.

Local Authority Approval for concrete garage bases

If your garage is over 30 square metres in size then it is extremely likely that you will need to get Buildings Regulation Approval. You will also need to have the base design approved and inspected by the local Building Control Department, so you need to ensure that the base design suits the soil conditions.

Concrete garages are a fantastic addition to any home, and can give you peace of mind that your vehicles are secure overnight.