MY GARAGE STORY

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MY GARAGE STORY

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When my wife & I purchased our home in Sherwood Park, the previous owner had been using the garage as a wood shop and was full when we saw it. Upon taking possession, I noted several deficiencies and decided to patch up and make do, that was until the true scope of deficiencies was realized. The concrete foundation was broken and sagging, and the previous owner(s) had done substandard work in all areas. This garage wasn’t going to be a continuation of patchwork, I decided to tear it down & build new the way I wanted it.

Having been involved in building my own garages before, I knew what I wanted and what was needed. I researched the local restrictions, drafted my design plan, and reached to garage builders for quotes requesting on-site assessments to ensure they understood what I wanted.

Jason came to the site and understood my goals, plus he had built another garage in the very neighborhood just a couple of years prior, specifically having an interior feature I wanted. I spoke with the neighbor who gave a good recommendation to use Ronnex, though they weren’t willing to permit me inside to see their garage.

As soon as Jason had his firm quote and a start date, I prepped the old garage for teardown and salvaged what little was worthwhile. It was entertaining to watch how quickly the old garage was turned into rubble, and during the teardown I was able to see more of the substandard construction that existed under the surface.

Progress was consistent and the trades guys were good. I supplied drawings of what I wanted preventing re-work, and change orders tend to derail construction. Jason and I spoke regularly and would meet at the site. From start to completion, there were only a few minor issues that Jason dealt with quickly.

Now with it all complete, all I can say is “Damn I should have gone bigger!” My wife & I are very happy with Jason & the Ronnex crew, and recommend them heartily.

Patrick & Rose