If your family is outgrowing your home, building an addition can be an excellent way to expand your living space without the stress or expense of moving. When done properly, building onto your house can also increase its property value, especially if you focus on key areas and features. The do’s and don’ts below will help ensure you get the most out of this extensive home renovation project.

Do:

Research the contractor.

The success of any home renovation project will depend largely on the skills, professionalism, and experience of the contractor you choose. Before hiring a company for such a large project, make sure they’re fully licensed, have positive reviews online, and that they can provide references from satisfied clients.

Focus on kitchens & bathrooms.

Kitchens and bathrooms are top selling points to home buyers. Building a larger kitchen or adding bathrooms will make your house more comfortable for you as well as more attractive to buyers when it’s time to move on.

Don’t:

Use up the whole lot.

Even if your local zoning laws allow you to build right up to the property line, it’s usually best to leave some empty space. Homes without enough outdoor space for children or pets can be harder to sell, so overbuilding could actually bring your property value down. If your lot is already somewhat cramped, consider building up instead of out.

Make overly idiosyncratic choices.

A home renovation project is your chance to customize the house to fit your personality, but going overboard could make it difficult to sell later. Unless you don’t intend to ever sell your home, avoid choosing bright pink bathroom fixtures or making other bold choices that would turn off most buyers.

 

No matter what type of home renovation you’re planning, JG Contracting has the expertise, craftsmanship, and commitment to bring your vision to life. Over the years, they’ve helped homeowners throughout the Aurora, CO, area enhance their living spaces and increase their property values with beautiful results that exceed expectations. Visit their website to see some samples of their work, or call (303) 551-3379 to discuss your home addition project and request an estimate.