Even if you don't feel the need for more space in your home right now, a home addition can dramatically increase the value of your home. If there is a choice between two similar-sized homes in the same neighborhood, the one with an extra bedroom, or a children's play room will always receive preference among home owners. In these hectic fast paced times, it makes more sense than ever to add a home office or a den to your home, so you can enjoy quality time with your family. Besides, it never hurts to plan ahead of schedule -- you'll most likely to find your needs from your house changing as the years go by.
If you are making an addition to your home with the intention of selling the property, then remember that only minor remodels will get you the maximum return on your investment. Avoid major and extensive home addition plans if you're planning on putting the property on the market immediately. A second story addition is more expensive and time consuming than adding on a bathroom, and you may enjoy greater benefits if you continue to live in the home for a few years in your new space, before selling the property. There are also local building codes to consider, failing which you could actually have your room addition project shut down.
You can make any number of additions to your property, depending on the space availability and your budget. A family room addition can act as the center of your house, where busy family members can gather at the end of a hard day to relax or watch TV. A custom sunroom addition may need special construction requirements to make sure that it receives sunlight all through the year. The sunroom addition can also double as an entertaining area when friends drop by. You can also use a single room addition for more than one purpose. For instance, your new sunroom can also double as a pool room, family room and entertaining area.
I have a small 5 unit apartment property that has been empty for 4 years. i would like to remodel all units asap.
Jared M
remodel basement, add a bedroom in basement. also finish bathroom in basement.
Bonnie K