The most expensive way to add room is by building up, which means constructing an entire second story onto a single-story home. This option saves yard space and avoids the expense of pouring a new foundation.
Other types of room additions include installing a sunroom with new windows or turning the living room into a home office enhancing your workspace and productivity. These are generally less-expensive than major renovations such as adding a master bedroom, kitchen or bathroom. However, these projects may not provide the best return on investment in the future if your family’s needs change.
Garage Conversions
Often cheaper and easier than adding on to the side or rear of a house, garage conversions turn existing structures like carports into living spaces. Because walls and roofs are already in place, this conversion won't necessitate any additional foundation work. The structural work involved is relatively minimal, but flooring, ceiling, windows, doors, and insulated wall construction must be added to make the space livable.
The costs for a garage conversion rise as the addition becomes more detailed and features, such as plumbing lines, are added to the project. This is particularly true if the homeowner opts to make their garage-based addition an in-law suite or home cinema, since those types of rooms require soundproofing and additional insulation to meet building code.
Home additions are a significant investment, but they can significantly increase your property's value if done well and executed effectively with the guidance of a skilled home addition contractor. The key is to determine the scope of your expansion, secure a top-rated contractor and source the right type of financing for your situation.
Basement Additions
Adding space below your home can take the form of an additional bedroom, family room, workout studio, playroom or office. Finishing the basement is typically a cheaper way to add living space than building an addition. It is also a great choice if you want to avoid having to relocate your plumbing and wiring.
When building a basement addition, it is important to follow local building codes and obtain the proper permits before construction begins. Without the correct permit, your project could be shut down.
Compared to remodeling your basement, building an addition is more expensive since you are starting from scratch. However, the cost can be recouped in the value of your home when it is time to sell. The addition will also need to meet building requirements for habitable spaces, such as being adequately heated and insulated. It can be less costly to build a basement addition using pole footings, which is similar to the process used for decks.
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