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Double 2 x 12 Headers with 1/2" Flinch plate (for roof support and snow loads).
2 x 6 roof rafters. Code in most suburbs (Option on different dimensions).
2 x 8 hips and ridge. Code in most suburbs (Option on different dimensions).
Double 2 x 4 interlocking top plates at corners.
Birds mouth rafter cut, a house construction feature designed to hold outside walls in place.
Proper roof pitch for snow melt.
2 x 6 cross ties nailed to rafters and wall plates for roof support.
Exterior grade roof sheathing.
Choice of shingles, two roof vents.
Concrete with 6 x 6 x 10" reinforced wire mesh or rods; stone base.
Full 3' concrete apron across garage front.
Raised concrete water ledge on all four sides of slab. Keeps wall bottom plates dry.
Treated bottom plates secured with anchor bolts.
2 x 4 wall studs spaced 16" on center.
Maintenance free eaves from 6" to 12".
Exterior grade wall sheathing.
Choice of Jalousie, Slider picture window or single hung (vinyl).
Choice of maintenance free siding and color selection from our stock supplies.
Lock set and dead bolt included.
Steel service door.
Maintenance free door frames.
Aluminum threshold for service door.
All foundations built above grade for floor pitch and snow melt, up to 8" included.
16' x 7' overhead door large enough for vans and SUV's. Baked enamel finish and stock colors.
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Better Built Garages builds garages using quality construction standards,
backed by Better Built’s own personal guarantee.
We build garages right the first time and offer “more than the minimum” code requirements.

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Better Built Garages   17350 S Cicero Ave.   Country Club Hills, IL 60478    708-799-9393
   
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