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Garage Conversion Contractor in Phoenix

We turn Phoenix garages into bedrooms, offices, family rooms and guest suites. Every one is permitted and inspected, so it counts as real living space.

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Garage conversions in Phoenix need a permit. Skip it, and the problem tends to surface at an insurance claim or when you sell. Done right, a garage is affordable space to add, because the slab, walls and roof are already there.

What a legal garage conversion involves

  • The permit, pulled by us under ROC #367703.
  • Insulation and drywall that hold up to an Arizona summer.
  • Electrical brought to code, with outlets and smoke detectors to residential standards.
  • Heating and cooling, by extending your HVAC or adding a mini-split.
  • Egress and ceiling height that make the room legal to sleep in.
  • The garage door framed into a wall with a window, or kept so you can convert back later.
  • Flooring and finish that match the rest of the house.

From a home office to a guest suite

A bedroom, office or family room needs insulation, flooring, power and a way to stay cool in July. A guest suite adds a bathroom, so a parent or grown kid has real privacy under your roof. Whether a separate entrance fits depends on your lot, so we check that before you pay for plans.

Why hire a garage conversion contractor

A conversion touches framing, electrical, HVAC and the permit office, and sometimes plumbing too. Radiant is licensed, bonded and insured, and you can verify our license before we ever see your garage. If you are planning something bigger, see our whole home remodels.

Garage conversion questions

Do I need a permit to convert my garage in Phoenix?

Yes. Turning a garage into living space is a change of use, and Phoenix and the nearby Valley cities require a building permit for it. The room has to meet residential code for insulation, electrical, ventilation, ceiling height and egress.

How much does a garage conversion cost in Phoenix?

It depends on what the space becomes. A bedroom or office costs far less than a guest suite with a bathroom, because plumbing and HVAC drive the budget. We give firm numbers after a walkthrough, and the estimate is free.

Will converting my garage hurt my home's resale value?

A permitted conversion that adds a real bedroom or bathroom generally helps value. Without a permit, appraisers may not count the square footage and a buyer's lender can flag it. You may have to tear the work out or legalize it to close the sale.

Tell Shane what you have in mind

He will walk the garage with you and give you an honest read on scope and budget.

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