Planning an addition to your home can be a fun and exciting process. The dreams of new and additional space for you Cape Cod Home can allow room for entertaining and guests, especially in the busy Summer season. There are some things to think about as part of the Remodeling, and Addition process, that can prevent problems down the road. Here are some factors we take into consideration when designing and building an addition here at REEF:
- What are the real needs for the additional space?
- Does it make sense to "built out" or "build up"?
- Is there sufficient space on the lot for the desired addition?
- Do you plan on living in the house during the project?
- Are there other impacts on utilities, grading, or the septic system?
- Does the project make sense given the condition of the existing structure?
All of these factors come into play as part of our comprehensive planning process, and can mean the difference between a successful project that meets the owner's budget and design expectations. Sometimes, depending on the size and cost of the addition, it may even make sense to look at tearing down the house and building a complete new home.
Here is an article we found from HGTV.com that has some other tips about planning your addition: Building Up or Out
