When a family starts to outgrow their dream home, finding a bigger alternative on the market can be a difficult and expensive task. For those that would prefer to invest the money that they would spend on a new house back into their existing one, there is the option of home additions. Made for properties that have open space to spare in the yard, here are how and why this option can be an ideal solution for many growing families.

The Benefits of Home Additions

More Space

The primary motivation to get a home addition is the extra square footage that comes with it. Whether you need to expand your kitchen or add another bedroom for a new baby, this option allows you to create the elbow room you need without giving up a home you already love.

Added Value

A well-executed home addition will also increase your property’s overall value. Adding another bed and bath or finishing a basement gives future buyers more space to work with, which means a higher price tag when it’s time to move.  

Cost-Effective Option

When trying to find ways to get your family extra square footage, the cost is a huge factor. Home additions are almost always the cheaper option as opposed to selling your home in favor of a bigger one. Plus, the contractor on the job can build the added space to your exact specifications.

Types of Home Additions

Full Additions

This type of addition creates an entirely new room in your home. Typical projects in this category include adding a second floor to a home as well as adding on to an existing level. Full additions require the most work, as you are essentially building the space from the ground up—from foundation to framing to HVAC and electrical. A logistically simpler version of the project is a sunroom, which doesn’t require heating or air conditioning.

Partial Additions

Commonly known as a “bump-out,” a partial addition takes an existing room of the home and expands it. The same logistical concerns exist on a smaller scale with these projects, but their mission is typically to add only a few feet to the space. Kitchen bump outs are the most common use for this home addition, created to make room for an open concept or to eliminate a galley style kitchen.

Room Conversions

Sometimes extra space is just below your nose—or rather your floorboards. Finishing a basement is an excellent way to expand your home, creating additional living space or guest rooms without the hassle or cost of a full addition. Other room conversions that are up for grabs are attic and garage spaces that are underutilized before the project.

Bringing your new home addition to life requires the assistance of an expert remodeling contractor. In New Haven County, CT, homeowners trust Baybrook Remodelers with any of their residential construction services. With more than 20 years serving the community and thousands of happy customers, their team aims to streamline the process while keeping the client involved throughout the project. Whether it’s a room remodel or a room addition, they have the skill set to do the job right. For more information about their full range of services, visit their website or give them a call today at (203) 937-6400.