Homeowners often decide they need a room addition for many reasons. Regardless of the reason however, there are factors you need to take into consideration before you take the plunge. The first question you need to as yourself is why you want the room addition. Other than the fact you want more room, you need to know how the new room will be used so it can be designed accordingly. For example, if you want an extra bedroom you will likely want to add a closet as well.
What Should I Know Before Adding an Addition to My House?
Building permits. To avoid getting snarled up in red tape you need to apply for the proper building permits. You will also need to find out about regional restriction that can affect your design. For example, you may only be allowed to build within 15 feet of the property line and permits can become more detailed and take much longer to get in historic districts.
Room Addition Budget. You need to figure out how you will pay for the room addition. You can apply for a line of credit. The only problem with that is that if your property value declines, you may find yourself in upside down. Also, a well-planned addition can increase the value of your home, but it may not pay for itself. You will need to pay for the addition for years to come in the way of property taxes, maintenance and utilities.
Home Addition Cost per Square Foot. The type of room addition will determine the cost per square foot. The cost will increase if a foundation needs to be poured, or if utilities need to be added. Your addition will most likely require electrical work too. You may also need to retrofit your HVAC equipment if the addition increases the size of your home beyond the capacity of the existing system.
Can You Live in a House During an Addition?. Living with construction can be messy and it can last for weeks. This can get old quickly. The work starts early, and you’ll be dealing with sawing, hammering and more all day long. There will also be dust to deal with, so prepare yourself!
Is a Room Addition Worth It? What are the Advantages?
The biggest benefit of a room addition is more space. This makes your home a more enjoyable and comfortable place to be. This is great if you want to stay put and need more space. It’s almost always more cost-effective to add a room than it is to buy a bigger house. Another great thing about a room addition is that you can get exactly what you want. Just make sure your addition will hold its value. For example, make sure a new master bedroom has a bathroom en suite to appeal to future buyers. You don’t want to skimp on a room addition. Spending more money on high-quality materials and fixtures now means you can avoid problems in the future and maintain the value of your addition.
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