Question 1

How long does it take to build a custom garage?

Accepted Answer

Most custom garages ship in 6–10 weeks from approved specs and deposit. Smaller workshop garages and dormer single-bays land closer to 6 weeks; modular and two-story builds run 8–10. Modular delivery + on-site assembly is typically the fastest route from order to "rolling the truck in." We give you a firm window in writing with your quote.

Question 2

What’s the difference between modular and portable garages?

Accepted Answer

A portable garage is built fully assembled at our shop and delivered as one piece on a low-profile mule trailer — cap is roughly 14×40 (limited by what we can legally roll down the road). A modular garage is built in 2–3 sections at our shop, then trucked to your site and bolted together on the prepared pad. Modular lets us go bigger (up to 28×48) and reach sites that a single-piece delivery can’t. Same craftsmanship either way — the choice is about size and access, not quality.

Question 3

Do I need a concrete slab, or can I use gravel?

Accepted Answer

A gravel pad works for portable single-piece garages up to 14×28. For larger garages — anything modular, two-story, or 16× wider — we strongly recommend a poured concrete slab with thickened edges and a vapor barrier. Concrete also opens up future options (in-floor drains, vehicle lifts, finished interior floor) and is what most townships expect for permits. We send a slab spec drawing with your order so your concrete contractor knows exactly what to pour.

Question 4

What overhead doors and openers come standard?

Accepted Answer

Standard is a steel raised-panel insulated overhead door (Clopay or Amarr depending on availability) sized to your garage — typically 9×7 for single bays and 16×7 for two-car. Walk-through doors are a 36" insulated steel door with deadbolt. Openers are an upgrade — most customers prefer to source/install their own opener (Chamberlain or LiftMaster) once the garage is on-site, but we can include and pre-wire one if you want it done as part of the build.

Question 5

Can you wire it for electrical?

Accepted Answer

We don’t pull electrical permits or wire panels ourselves — that needs a licensed electrician familiar with your township’s code. What we do offer is full electrical rough-in: conduit runs, junction boxes, switch and outlet boxes, and a sub-panel cutout in the wall framing. That way your electrician walks in, runs the homeruns, and ties in — cuts a full day off the rough-in. Mention electrical on your quote and we’ll spec the rough-in to your plan.

Question 6

Will my township let me put one on my property?

Accepted Answer

Most townships in PA, NJ, DE, and MD allow accessory structures with a permit. Common requirements: setbacks from property lines (often 5–10 feet for sheds, 10–20 feet for garages), maximum height (typically 15–18 feet), and a permit fee of $100–$500 depending on the municipality. Two-story garages and anything with electrical may also need a residential building permit. We always recommend a quick call to your zoning office before ordering, and we can supply spec drawings for your inspector at no charge.

Question 7

Is there a warranty?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Every White Pine garage carries a 10-year structural and workmanship warranty. Materials carry their manufacturer warranties — LP SmartSide is rated 50 years, GAF/IKO architectural shingles 25–30 years, vinyl siding lifetime against fade and crack, garage doors typically 5–10 years for spring/finish. We’ve been building garages since 1988 and stand behind every one.

Question 8

Can I see a garage in person before I order?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely — our Parkesburg, PA lot has finished garages on display you can walk through. Worth a visit if you’re torn between High Wall and Manor (the wall-height difference matters more in person), or if you want to gauge an A-Frame against a gambrel side-by-side. Stop by during business hours or text us to confirm a specific model is on the lot the day you visit.

Model	Roof Style	Wall Height	2nd Floor	Best Use Case	Sizes	Starts From	Quote
Workshop Garage	A-Frame	6.5'	—	Workshop + parking	10×16 to 14×48	$5,345	Quote
Classic Workshop Garage	Classic gable	6.5'	—	Workshop + parking, classic look	10×16 to 14×48	$6,380	Quote
High Wall Garage	Gambrel barn	6.5'	—	Tall vehicles & equipment	10×16 to 14×48	$5,345	Quote
Manor Garage	Premium gable	8'	—	Premium aesthetic + 2-car parking	12×20 to 14×48	$10,420(starts)	Quote
Modular Garage	Classic gable	8'	—	Quick installation, larger footprints	20×20 to 24×40	$13,535(starts)	Quote
Modular Classic Garage	Classic gable	8'	—	Classic look + fast install	20×20 to 28×40	$15,120(starts)	Quote
Modular Two Story Garage	Two-story gambrel	8' / floor	Yes	Max vertical space + finished upper	20×20 to 24×40	$22,315(starts)	Quote
Portable Two Story Garage	Two-story gambrel	8' / floor	Yes	Two stories, single-piece delivery	10×16 to 14×48	$12,760(starts)	Quote
Dormer Garage	A-Frame + shed dormer	6.5'	—	Curb appeal + extra headroom	10×16 to 14×48	$7,155	Quote

A garage built like a real building.

9 models. Pick yours, then your spec.

Workshop Garage

Classic Workshop Garage

High Wall Garage

Manor Garage

Modular Garage

Modular Classic Garage

Modular Two Story Garage

Portable Two Story Garage

Dormer Garage

Starting prices, grouped.

Workshop Tier

Two-Car & Architectural

Two-Story & Flagship

Compare all 9 garage models at a glance.

Every garage includes…

LP SmartSide siding

Architectural shingle roof

2×4 wall framing, 16” on center

Engineered LVL door header

Insulated overhead + walk-through

Per-mile delivery from Parkesburg

Recently built & delivered.

12' X 20' A-Frame Garage

12' X 24' Hi Barn Garage

12' X 20' A-Frame Garage

14' X 28' Hi Barn Garage

12' X 28' A-Frame Classic Garage

12' X 24' A Frame Classic Garage

12' X 24' Classic 2 Story Barn

Common garage questions, answered.

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