Ways to Extend Your Home With an Addition

A home addition is one of the most common ways that homeowners modify their homes to add space and comfort. Adding on to your home can be done through a new room, deck, garage, or even adding an additional story. The benefits of an add-on can be significant, increasing enjoyment of your home while also adding value for a future resale.

Adding a deck is a great way to extend your home into a liveable outdoor space. Decks are wonderful for entertaining and enjoying the warmer weather months. If your home already has a deck, it can be converted into an interior space, so you can take advantage of the additional square footage even during colder seasons.  

Some homeowners consider renovating their garage as a home addition. It increases living space and can be especially useful if an additional bedroom is needed. One of the potential pitfalls to a finished garage is that potential future buyers may not like the fact that the home no longer has a garage where cars can be parked indoors. However, it’s a relatively easy space to convert, because it already has a ceiling and electrical wiring installed.

Before taking on any additions to your home, make sure your contractor is aware of local building codes. Construction professionals know what the regulations are in your area and their work will take these requirements into account. If an add-on is built without respecting the rules in place, not only is the property in violation of codes, but safety is most likely at risk.

Home additions can be a convenient and cost-effective way to extend your home’s surface area and add resale value at the same time. Before you decide how you’d like to add on to your home, find an expert in remodeling and construction whom you can trust, to help guide your decision-making process and perform the work.