For today’s buyers, a garage is not optional. It is expected. And increasingly, it needs to hold at least two vehicles.
Around 90% of new single-family homes include some type of enclosed garage, according to recent U.S. Census figures. The majority, 65%, feature two-car garages specifically. Another 15% are large enough to accommodate three or more vehicles, while just 9% include a one-car garage.
That construction data mirrors buyer preferences. A National Association of Home Builders survey found that 42% of buyers prefer a two-car garage. Only 18% prefer a single-car design.
In other words, the two-car garage has become the national standard.
How Michigan Homeowners Actually Use Their Garages
In Midland and throughout Michigan, garages do far more than shelter vehicles. Buyers picture space for:
- Protection from snow, ice, and road salt
- Storage for lawn equipment and seasonal décor
- Workbenches or hobby areas
- Organized shelving that still leaves room to park
The challenge is that bare concrete does not hold up well to heavy use and winter moisture. Stains, cracks, and surface wear can make even a spacious garage feel unfinished.
That is where professionally installed garage flooring becomes essential.
Why a 2-Day Garage Floor Coating Performs Better
Michigan’s freeze-thaw cycles and moisture vapor movement demand proper preparation and moisture mitigation. Rushed 1-day installations often skip critical steps that impact long-term durability.
Garage Floor Coating of Michigan installs garage flooring using a proven 2-day system because quality takes time.
The process begins with a moisture-mitigating epoxy primer that forms a vapor barrier and helps prevent long-term adhesion issues. Next comes a full-broadcast flake layer that adds texture and visual appeal. Dual polyaspartic topcoats complete the system with a UV and chemical resistant, easy-to-clean surface that stands up to salt, spills, and daily traffic.
The result is a garage that functions as well as buyers expect it to.
If you are investing in a garage, make sure the surface supports how you use it. Contact Garage Floor Coating of Michigan to upgrade one of your home’s most valuable spaces.