Unlike traditional garages, boxed eave garages have an A-Frame roof style. Compared to the conventional style garages, this design is preferred by most homeowners since it is more similar to their house. An additional characteristic of this metal garage is that it has an overhang on both ends and on the sides. When compared to the normal roof system, the boxed eave garage additionally has trim on the ends and sides of the roof system, while the standard roof just has trim on the ends of the roof system.
The panels on the roof are either positioned horizontally or front to back, depending on their orientation.
Previously known as gable-roofed garages, this style of garage is typically used for commercial or business garages that require a large amount of storage space. The roof is shaped in the typical “A-frame” style and has an overhang on the side that’s typically around 1 to 2 feet.
The advantage of this type of garage is that it does not have a tall eave and a sloped roof like the traditional style. It’s also more similar to the house itself, which may be attractive to some homeowners. The A-Frame roof, unlike the gable roof, does not have a pitched roof and does not need to be angled.
Types of boxed eave garages
Besides the fact that this garage does not have a high pitch roof, the design also has a better visual appeal than the traditional style. There are multiple types of Roofs that can be used to create the Boxed-Eave Garage, including Flat Roof, Felt Roof, and Eaveless Roof.
Flat Roof: If there is no rafter above the ceiling at the top of the wall, then this is the roof. The disadvantage of this is that it only provides a flat roof surface. When installing a Flat Roof, it should be installed by a certified garage roofer. The advantage of a Flat Roof is that it is easy to install, cheap to build, and will last a long time if properly installed.
Felt Roof: This is a combination of a flat roof and a pitched roof. The advantage of the Felt Roof is that it creates a greater aesthetic appeal and also makes the ceiling look higher. Felt roofs can be installed by a certified garage roofing professional. However, they can also be installed at home by doing some simple modifications to the existing roof system. The disadvantages of this type of roof are that it requires some additional materials and labor to install, and the cost can be expensive depending on the type of felt material used.
Eaveless Roof: A Eaveless Roof has no eaves on the ends or sides of the roof system, which gives the garage a more modern feel. This roof system is usually the easiest type of roof to install. It also looks best as it does not have a ridge or any rafters.
The average cost of a boxed-eave garage
The average cost of a Boxed-Eave Garage is $2,000 – $3,000, depending on the size of the garage and the materials used. The typical cost of a boxed-eave garage is about $2,000 – $3,000, but it depends on the amount of roof space, storage space, and the number of doors required.
Conclusion
Boxed-Eave Garages are ideal for homeowners looking to create a garage with plenty of storage space without having to pay for a large piece of land.
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