If done correctly, a home addition can help your growing family fit more comfortably in your house and can even add value to the property. To enable you to make the right home remodeling decisions, TLC Remodeling, the premier renovation contractor in Golden Valley, MN, offers some tips below on what you should—and shouldn't—do with regard to your home addition.

Do:

Add more bathrooms.

Bathrooms are one of the most valuable additions you can make to your home. Homebuyers love to see multiple baths because each makes it easier and more convenient for the family to get ready in the morning. They also eliminate those frustrating waits that seem to always occur when your bladder is at its fullest.

Increase the kitchen size.

Today, many families spend much of their time together in the kitchen. If your home addition increases the kitchen size, it makes meal preparation easier for multiple cooks. It also provides space for your kids to complete homework and for guests to sit and chat while the cook prepares the meal.

Don’t:

Crowd the lot.

When building a home addition, don't forget how much you enjoy spending time in the yard. Whether it's barbecuing for dinner, playing volleyball with friends, or simply relaxing on the patio, your outdoor spaces are an important part of your life. Don't build your home addition so that you have no room to enjoy outdoor activities in your lot.

Forget a ductless HVAC system.

A ductless HVAC system lets you heat and cool an additional room or two—or four—without the need to rework your existing duct system and without overtaxing your heating and cooling system. It's an efficient and affordable way to stay comfortable and lets occupants of the new rooms adjust temperatures to their preference.

The information above should help you successfully add a home addition that makes your house both more livable and valuable. To consult with an experienced renovation contractor, contact TLC Remodeling. They've been serving the Twin Cities region since 2004 and offer a full list of home remodeling services. Visit their website to see a gallery of completed projects or call (952) 356-4303 to discuss your project with a friendly, helpful professional.