Thinking about selling your house? It’s known that a well-maintained home exterior can impact its appeal to potential buyers and ultimately influence its sale price.
But according to our new research, there is one often-overlooked area that can dramatically enhance your home's ‘kerb appeal’ and value - the garage and its door.
We’ve surveyed 2,000 Brits about how much a garage matters to them when house-hunting and consulted a property expert to find out more about value added, and what you need to consider or do before putting your property on the market.
Do Brits really prefer homes with garages?
It may be surprising, but our survey of 2,000 found that most house hunters (57%) consider a garage to be a ‘must have’ feature.
A single garage was enough for many (24%), while a double garage was key for a third (33%).
A further quarter (27%) said that while this feature wouldn’t necessarily be on their ‘essentials’ list, they would ‘really like one’.
Nearly a quarter (23%) said they’d even prefer to have a home with a garage than an en-suite in the master bedroom.
A garage was also considered to be more important than a big garden (for 15%), a utility room (for 14%), a dining room (for 12%), off-street parking (for 11%) and a spare bedroom (for 8%).
Around four in ten (39%) felt a garage was also a much more useful space than a basement, and one in five (21%) said they’d pick a home with a garage over one with an attic.
How much value can a garage really add?
David Cooper, valuations expert and director at Redbrik, a South Yorkshire and Derbyshire estate agency said:
“The benefits of a garage vary depending on the property, but typically a single garage adds around £10,000 to a property’s value, while a double garage can add around £20,000.
“The exact increase depends on the property’s overall value, location, and type. For example, garages are in higher demand in urban areas, or where parking is limited, which will be sure to add more value to your home.
“Those who choose to convert their garage into a home office or gym can add further value to a property, especially with the rise of remote working.
“However, in areas where parking is a premium, keeping a garage (as a garage) can hold much more value than converting it.”
How can you enhance your garage door to increase your home’s value?
A well-maintained and aesthetically pleasing garage door offers several benefits that can translate into serious financial gain when selling your home.
David said: “When looking at what makes a garage attractive, the door style and colour is important to consider.
“A modern, well-maintained, and complementary garage door can enhance kerb appeal, whereas an outdated or clashing design may detract from the overall value to buyers.
“Similarly, high-quality security features such as reinforced doors, smart locks, and automated systems can make a garage more appealing. Buyers often value security too, which can contribute to the overall desirability and potential price of the property.”
Here at Garolla, SafeGuard Plus system uses state-of-the-art technology to ensure better security.
SafeGuard plus comes standard with our Transform, Transform Pro, Titan and Titan Shield Pack doors.
How can you pick the most suitable new garage door for your home?
If you think it’s a good idea to replace your garage door before you put your home on the market, it’s worth doing plenty of research into the best option first.
There's a wide range of garage door types available to suit your specific needs and preferences.
- Over and side-hinged doors need raising up, before they swing back and into the garage ceiling space, or open outwards into your driveway. These can be less convenient for many people, and are typically considered to be less secure (although it depends on the build quality and locks you have in place).
- Electric roller garage doors are operated with a remote-control button from inside the house or the car. This can make then very convenient and also enable easier access for buyers who may prefer not to have to lift a heavy door by hand.
- Roller garage doors open vertically and roll neatly into a top box, helping you make the most of your garage space. They do not need the driveway space to swing open like side hinged garage doors which means they’re a great option for smaller garages or driveways.
- Sectional garage doors open vertically too, but because they are made up of large, horizontal panels, instead of rolling into a top box they slide on tracks into the ceiling space of the garage. These often need manual movement, which again can be trickier for someone people.
What are the most popular garage door colours and finishes?
The colour of your garage door can dramatically impact your home's appearance. To create a cohesive and visually appealing exterior, we recommend all our customers choose a garage door colour that sits well with their home's architectural style and features.
Our garage doors are available in a wide range of vibrant or neutral colours, but most people prefer neutral shades, and these tend to be a safer option if you’re planning on selling up. Our most popular colours and finishes are White, Anthracite, Black, Dark Blue and Chartwell Green.
Additionally, all our doors are powder-coated for extra durability and a smooth, long-lasting finish, so they shouldn’t need much maintenance over the years.
Key takeaways from our research
Our survey revealed that UK garages are really highly sought-after by home hunters, and that they can add value to your home too – especially when they are well maintained and look smart.
As well as the added ‘kerb appeal’ of a new garage door, a buyer is also likely to value a new door that is nice and secure and easy to use, so keep this in mind.
Doors in neutral shades are also more popular versus those in bold colours, so can be a safer option if your property is going to go on the market.
Don't wait to get the highest value for your home – book a free survey today to discuss your options and find the perfect Garolla garage door for your home!
About our research
- We partnered with the TLF (The Leadership Factor) in 2025 and surveyed 2,000 nationally representative respondents to gain valuable insights into how important Brits think garages are when house hunting.