Types of Garages: Gable Garages

Posted on April 02, 2013 in Uncategorized

In our three-part garage type series we will be focusing on the different types of garages that are available, details on each type, and real pictures of garages we have built. This post will focus on Gable Garages.

Gable garages are one of the most common types of garage. This simple, yet practical style of garage offers numerous possibilities.

What is a gable garage? With two sloping sides that come together at a ridge, gable garages are built to match the gables on the house. The triangular gable faces the front. Below we will share some advantages of gable garages, pictures of gable garages we have built in the Chicago area, and some information on reverse gable garages.

Advantages of Gable Garages

The gable roof is one of the most common, not only for aesthetic purposes, but also for the large amount of interior space that it can provide. Other advantages of gable garages include:

Sturdy design
Allows for vaulted ceilings, increasing storage space
The sleep slopes allow rain and snow to run off much easier than other types of roofs
The pitch can be varied to match the look of your home
Windows can be added to the gable ends
Shakes and frieze boards can be installed to dress up the front

A build up of snow a roof can be damaging, and even cause roof cave ins. The steep slopes of gabled garages are advantageous in areas that have a lot of snow in the winter. On the other hand, gabled garages are not quite as common in areas that have high risks of hurricanes or tornadoes.