Using Attic Space Above Garage

If the attic has the potential to become a regular living space talk with a contractor about adding a fixed stairway.

Using attic space above garage.

Create an access opening or install a pull down stair unit if you don t have one. This will tell you if there is enough support there to create an attic in the space above the garage ceiling. You should also check building regulations for your surrounding area. Utilize the wasted space in your garage attic to store old furniture christmas decorations camping gear and other items you do not use every day but cannot.

How to use attic storage in a garage. If your attic joists won t bear the weight necessary to finish out a living space but the engineer cleared them to support floor decking for light storage you can install inch plywood or. Then one day while working in the garage it dawned on me that there was a huge unused space right above me. If you want to use your attic on a regular basis or to store large items you may need to enlarge the access opening and install an access ladder or drop down stairs.

Step 2 create an attic. Before you start this project though consult a knowledgeable building professional to make sure your rafters are rated for the extra loads. Don t cut any rafters for an opening yet. Tap into the attic space over the garage using a tall a shaped ladder.

If you re using your garage enough to warrant installing a heater and or air conditioner by all means you should insulate the ceiling between the garage and an unfinished attic space above. Access to attic storage. The next step is to create the attic. You may be able to add extra trusses to the garage in order to secure the attic properly.

Bill fry construction cut it down to create a 20x20 foot guest suite with its own kitchenette and bathroom and used the remaining space outdoors to install a pool. Before renovation this garage was over 500 square feet of junk storage.