Golf Cart-Friendly Home Improvement Tips: Golf Cart Storage & More

If you’re one of the many homeowners who has invested in a golf cart — whether for driving around the golf course or for any other golf cart use — having the proper setup at home will allow you to maximize the convenience and enjoyment of your personal golf cart. 

Several key areas can to be addressed when making your home golf-cart friendly, from proper golf cart storage solutions to charging stations for electric golf carts. Here are some top tips to help you get started.

How to Make Your Golf Cart Feel at Home? Explore these 4 Tips

1. Create A Clear Pathway for Accessibility

Whether for short or long-term golf cart storage, it’s crucial to maintain a clear and obstacle-free pathway for accessing your golf cart at home. This involves trimming overhanging branches, removing debris from the ground, repairing uneven surfaces in outdoor storage areas, and considering additional lighting for improved nighttime visibility. 

Regular inspections are critical in areas prone to accumulating dirt and debris from trees or weather. This preventative measure safeguards you while accessing the cart and shields the golf cart from potential obstructions that could cause damage. Incorporating these inspections into your routine golf cart maintenance schedule helps proactively avoid accidents or harm.

2. Create A Designated Parking Space

Rather than leaving your golf cart parked on the driveway, create a dedicated parking pad or cart port. The pad can be paved, graveled, or made with permeable pavers and topped with a pergola to shield your cart from the elements. This dedicated parking space not only keeps your golf cart conveniently accessible and sheltered, but it also contributes to an orderly property aesthetic with all vehicles neatly positioned and unobstructed.

3. Add Golf Cart Storage Solutions

Unlike short-term parking, proper storage solutions are essential for longer-term periods of inactivity to maintain the golf cart in peak condition (read more on how to prepare your golf cart for fall & winter storage and get tips for golf cart batteries for winter storage).

Regarding the physical storage location, you can choose from various options based on your budget, space constraints, and personal preferences. You can renovate your existing garage, add a golf cart storage shed, construct a custom enclosure, or choose any suitable storage solution that safeguards your cart from weather damage and theft while keeping it charged and ready for use. 

Here are a few more guidelines to consider when arranging a home-based storage solution:

• Make sure it’s well-ventilated to prevent the buildup of heat and moisture.
• Make sure it has enough space for the golf cart plus any of its accessories.
• Install appropriate security measures such as locks, alarms, or surveillance cameras.

4. Install Charging Stations

Do you have an electric golf cart? You might want to take advantage of in-home charging to keep you ready for the next adventure. The rule of thumb is fully charging the golf cart battery before any extended storage period. Therefore, and if feasible, install a dedicated charging station near your golf cart storage area, preferably on an exterior wall of your home or garage. 

Professional installation ensures proper outdoor-rated equipment is used and the station is configured for safe, efficient charging. 

Maximizing Convenience: Home & Golf Cart Maintenance

As golf carts become increasingly integrated into residential lifestyles, creating a golf cart-friendly home environment becomes a priority for many golf cart/homeowners. Thoughtful home improvements geared towards accommodating golf carts not only maximize convenience and accessibility but also contribute to enhancing your property’s curb appeal and organization.

Please remember that regular maintenance is key to extending the life of your golf cart and ensuring uninterrupted adventures, in addition to home improvement. Our professional teams at Garrett’s Golf Cars are available to support and consult on proper maintenance and servicing. Be sure to visit our stores or contact us online with any questions.