Garage or Carport: How It Increases Your Home's Value

Parking your car in the open is the most expensive "saving" you can make. But which type of shelter should you choose — and when does it stop being an expense and become an investment? ## Comparison of Options - Carport (roof on posts): £1,600–£4,000 - Metal garage (prefabricated): £2,400–£6,000 - Brick garage (integrated or detached): £8,000–£18,000 (£500–£800/m²) ## Benefits in Numbers - Car under cover depreciates slower: 5–15% less loss in value when sold after 5 years. - Insured garage-kept vehicle — 5–10% discounts on insurance premiums. - Home value with a garage — buyers realistically pay: +£6,000–£12,000 in valuation (which is roughly the cost of a brick-built one). - Carport under £4,000 — often influences a buyer's decision just like a full garage, but costs a fraction. ## What to Choose - Minimum budget, large plot: carport — the best cost-to-benefit ratio. - Long-term and property value: brick garage — increases the value of the property by roughly its cost. - Fast and without paperwork: metal garage (check if it requires a permit). Looking for a team to build your garage or carport? Describe the scope of your project on LocalTrader — you can compare brick and prefabricated offers side-by-side.