Amish-built single-car portable garage on a Virginia property

Amish-Built Portable Garages — Delivered Fully Assembled

Single-car portable garages built by Amish craftsmen. Real wood framing, metal roof, delivered to your prepared pad.

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Why Choose a Portable Garage

Built in 6–10 Weeks

Custom site-built garages take 6+ months and require general-contractor coordination. Ours arrives ready to use in under 3 months from order.

30% Less Cost

No site labor, no excavation, no permit fees for most counties under 256 sq ft. Just the structure plus delivery.

Movable

Unlike site-built garages, a portable garage can be moved if you sell or reconfigure your lot. Most VA counties treat them as personal property — no property tax.

Every garage is built by the same Amish craftsmen who build our sheds and barns — sized and outfitted for your vehicle.

Garage Sizes

SizeHoldsStarting price
12x20 Portable Garage1 car + minor storagefrom ~$8,800
12x24 Portable Garage1 car + workshop spacefrom ~$11,000

Looking for a 2-car garage, larger boat/RV storage, or custom workshop sizing? See custom barns — 2-car and oversized garages are built as custom barns.

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What’s Included In Every Portable Garage

Structure

  • •Pressure-treated 6x6 skids (rot-resistant base)
  • •2x4 or 2x6 wall framing (your spec)
  • •29-gauge metal roof OR 30-year architectural shingles
  • •T1-11 Smartboard or LP SmartSide siding
  • •8' or 10' wall heights (taller available)

Doors + access

  • •9x7 single garage door (swing-out or roll-up upgrade)
  • •36" walk-through service door (separate from the garage door)
  • •1–2 windows (size + placement your choice)
  • •Optional Dutch door for shop use

Inside

  • •Empty shell (no interior finishing)
  • •Optional pre-wired for electrical (you handle the meter + service)
  • •Optional insulation package

Customize Your Garage

Add-ons (popular)

  • •Workshop bench / counter
  • •Loft storage (full-length overhead)
  • •Roll-up garage door (vs. swing-out)
  • •Reinforced foundation for a car lift
  • •Insulation package (R-13 walls + R-19 ceiling)
  • •Electric package (outlets, ceiling light, 220V circuit)
  • •Heater (kerosene, propane, or electric)

Material choices

  • •Roof: shingles or metal (multiple colors)
  • •Siding: T1-11, LP SmartSide, board & batten, or vinyl
  • •Trim color
  • •Door style and color
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What Buyers Use Them For

1-car garage

Parking plus tools storage — the most common reason to buy. A 12x20 is typical.

Workshop + 1 car

A 12x24 with a workshop bench, tool storage, and ATV space — popular with mechanics and hobbyists.

Hobby workshop

Woodworking or classic-car restoration — a 12x24 fits the work plus a car.

ATV / mower garage

Multi-equipment storage for mowers, ATVs, and gear — a 12x24 works well.

Delivery & Site Prep

Portable garages are delivered in one or two sections depending on size. Site requirements are more stringent than a typical shed:

  • •Level pad sized at least 2' beyond the building on each side (room for trailer maneuvering)
  • •Concrete pad or 6–8" compacted gravel base
  • •Truck access for a 30'+ delivery trailer
  • •Clear overhead clearance (10' minimum along the path)

Lead time is typically 8–12 weeks for portable garages. We do a site visit before delivery to confirm everything fits and routes. Free delivery within 30 miles of White Post, VA, with a per-mile rate beyond that. See delivery areas or find sheds near you to confirm coverage.

Portable Garage FAQs

It depends on the size and your county. A 12x20 (240 sq ft) sits just under the 256 sq ft threshold most Virginia counties use, so it usually needs no permit. A 12x24 (288 sq ft) is over that threshold and typically does require one. We provide drawings and specifications for permit applications — most approvals take 2–4 weeks. Setback rules apply regardless of permit status.
Yes. Real wood framing + a metal roof + pressure-treated runners handle snow loads, ice storms, and freeze-thaw cycles for 30+ years of normal Virginia weather. Reinforced trusses are available for higher snow loads.
Yes. We pre-wire as an add-on (running conduit, mounting outlets, installing a sub-panel). You handle the meter + service from your main panel, which requires a licensed electrician. Typical cost for the electric package: $800–1,500 depending on outlet count.
Four feet of length. 12x20 fits a standard car comfortably with room for tools on the wall. 12x24 adds workshop bench space behind the car, or room for a riding mower + ATV alongside. The extra $2,200 for the 12x24 is the most common upgrade buyers regret not doing.
Most counties classify portable garages as personal property (not real estate), so they don't add to your assessed home value or property tax. Buyers typically see them as a positive — extra usable space. Some HOAs restrict portable structures, so check your covenants.
Yes — that's the “portable” part. We can also move it for you (with our shed-mover trailer) for a fee. Most owners leave them with the property when selling because they're more valuable in place.
We build 2-car garages, deep boat/RV storage, and oversized workshops as custom barns rather than portable garages — see /custom-barns/ for those configurations. This page covers our single-car portable garages (12x20 and 12x24).
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