Two-Car Garages
The two-car garage is our most requested size and best all-around value. A typical 24 by 28 build holds two vehicles plus storage along the walls.
Garage Options
Garage Options and Sizes in Southern Maryland — Find Your Fit
With so many garage types and sizes, choosing the right one can feel like guesswork. This page lays out the options in plain terms. 1 Day Garage Builder builds every style below for homeowners across Calvert, St. Mary's, and Charles counties. Use it to compare sizes, styles, and uses before you plan. Then a sales appointment turns your choice into a buildable design.
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Garage Types and Sizes We Build
We build a full range of garages, from compact sheds to wide pole barns. Each type below links to its own page with more detail. Use this list to narrow down the right fit for your lot.
Three-Car Garages
A three-car garage adds a full bay for a truck, boat, or workshop. It suits growing households with more drivers or larger gear.
Detached Garages
A detached garage stands on its own footing, apart from the house. It offers the most freedom for placement, size, and future use.
Attached Garages
An attached garage connects to the home for sheltered, interior entry. It works best when you want a short, dry walk to the kitchen.
Garages With Lofts
A loft adds usable space above the parking level. It can serve as storage, a studio, or a future finished room.
Pole Barn Garages
Pole barns use post-frame construction for wide, column-free interiors. They fit rural lots, RVs, and large equipment.
Custom Garages
A custom garage matches a specific size, style, or site. We adjust dimensions, doors, and rooflines to fit your property.
Storage Sheds
A shed handles smaller storage without a full garage footprint. It clears yard tools and gear at the right scale.
How the One-Day Build Works
Whatever type you choose, our build method stays the same. The sequence is fast once the groundwork is done. Each step is organized around your lot and your county.
Plan and Permit
We start with a sales appointment to size the garage and review your lot. We help confirm the permit path with Calvert, Charles, or St. Mary's County first. Getting that right keeps the build on schedule.
Prepare the Foundation
A level, cured foundation must be ready before build day arrives. We define "foundation ready" so your slab or piers meet the region's frost-depth rules. A solid base makes the fast build possible.
Frame and Enclose in a Day
On build day, our team frames and encloses the structure. A typical 24 by 28 garage is weather-tight by the end of the day. Larger builds may take longer, which we set in planning.
Finish and Walk Through
We complete doors, trim, and final details after the shell is standing. Then we walk the finished garage with you before you use it. You leave knowing exactly what was built.
How to Choose the Right Garage
The best garage depends on your vehicles, your lot, and your goals. A few simple questions point most homeowners to the right fit. Here is how to narrow the options.
Start With What You Store
Count the vehicles, plus boats, trailers, and gear. That total points you toward a two-car, three-car, or pole barn build.
Consider Your Lot
Open space beside the house may favor an attached garage. A separate spot or a rural parcel suits detached or pole barn builds.
Think About Extra Space
If you need storage or a room above, a loft adds it. If you need a shop, a third bay or pole barn gives you room.
Ask About Custom
If no stock size fits your site or style, we build custom. We shape the plan around your exact needs.
Why Choose 1 Day Garage Builder
Whatever option you pick, the build should be fast and solid. That is the standard we hold on every garage. Here is why Southern Maryland homeowners trust us.
A True One-Day Build
Once your foundation is ready, we frame and enclose the garage in a day. That focused schedule limits disruption to your week. It applies across our garage types.
Craftsmanship That Lasts
Our timber work holds up for decades. That care shows on every option we offer. The result stands straight and solid.
Planned for Your Lot and County
Every garage is designed for your site and permit rules. We handle Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary's requirements before build day. Local knowledge keeps things moving.
Locally Owned, Licensed, and Insured
We are a local, licensed, and insured builder serving the counties we call home. You work with a team that knows Southern Maryland sites. We stand behind every build.
Service Areas Across Southern Maryland
We build every garage option for homeowners across the three counties we serve. Our work spans Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary's, from the Chesapeake shore to the Potomac.
See the full region on our service area page.
View Service AreaGarage Options: Frequently Asked Questions
Homeowners comparing garage options tend to ask the same questions. Here are clear answers on sizing, choice, cost, and permits.
What is the most popular garage size?
The two-car garage is our most requested size by a wide margin. A 24 by 28 build balances covered parking, storage, and cost. It fits most lots and most households.
How do I choose between attached and detached?
Attached garages offer sheltered entry and a unified look with the house. Detached garages give more freedom of placement and size. We compare both with you during planning.
Can I combine options, like a three-car with a loft?
Yes, many options combine, such as a wider garage with a loft above. We plan those combinations around your lot and needs. The one-day method still applies to the main shell.
Do all garage types build in one day?
Most standard garages are framed and enclosed in one day after the foundation is ready. Larger, custom, or loft builds can take longer. We set the timing during planning.
Do I need a permit no matter the option?
Most garages require a building permit in Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary's counties. The exact requirements depend on size and type. We help confirm the permit path before materials are ordered.
What if none of the standard sizes fit?
When a stock size does not fit your site or style, we build custom. We adjust dimensions, doors, and rooflines to your plan. The design starts from your exact needs.
Start With The Plan
Ready to Choose Your Garage?
With the options in front of you, the next step is a simple conversation. A sales appointment turns your choice into a buildable plan. Start today to plan your garage in Calvert, St. Mary's, or Charles County. Call or text us at 410-829-9565 to book your appointment.