When you first purchased your home, you probably figured it had plenty of square footage. However, as time goes by, you may find you need more space. Home additions can create more space in existing areas, like the attic or basement. You can also increase your home’s overall square footage with a “bump-out” addition or sunroom. Here are a few tips to help you adapt your home to your growing family.

Home Addition Ideas to Create More Space

1. Finish the Attic or Basement

Your attic and basement can increase the livable square footage of your home. If these spaces are small, consider moving your home office into one of the spaces and converting the old office into a bedroom. If you have a full basement, consider converting it into a mini-apartment, a family room, or a few extra bedrooms. Both locations have their perks: basements are cooler during the summer months, and the attic is an excellent place to install skylights to brighten up the room. Best of all, neither of these rooms will require a large construction project in your home.

2. Bump-out Addition

A bump-out addition extends an existing room by as little as 3 feet or as much as 15 feet. Extending the kitchen area could give you a new dining room area; additional room for a larger refrigerator, dishwasher, and double oven; or whatever you desire. You can turn a smaller room into a master suite and convert the current master bedroom into a guest room — or a place for an older child who’s been complaining about their cramped room.

3. Add a Sunroom

This is an ideal option if you already have a porch and have been thinking about expanding it. A sunroom provides an indoor patio or dining area for larger families and guests. It adds a new atmosphere to your home and allows for further creativity. It’s equally suitable for an indoor barbecue pit or a conservatory. As long as the sunroom is attached to your home and has a heating source from the main house, it’s considered extra square footage toward your home. You can add a portable air conditioning unit for comfort or install skylights for more natural light.

If you’re considering a home addition, contact the professionals at Eagle Construction in Wisconsin Rapids, WI. For over 40 years, the company has provided remodeling and home addition services to clients, increasing their living spaces, and making them more valuable. They’re fully licensed, and they take pride in every construction job they carry out, ensuring their clients are fully satisfied with the results. To schedule a consultation, call (715) 424-1147, or visit their website to view their services.