Home additions are a popular improvement project. They expand your livable square footage, provide an excellent return on investment, and you have a wide array of choices. When you opt for a home addition, preparing for the project can reduce disturbances the construction can have on your everyday life.

A Prep Guide for Home Additions

1. Clear a Path

Handle any landscaping work that needs to be done before construction begins. Move outdoor items that may get in the contractor’s way. You may need to trim trees, put away patio furniture, or take down sections of a fence. The workers will be more efficient if they have a clear path to carry materials and tools from the worksite to their vehicles.

2. Control the Dust

You can’t avoid dust during construction, but you can keep it from getting into your home as much as possible. Hang poly sheets around the entrances to the worksite. If you have furniture that you won’t be using and it’s near the site, you should cover it. Place a cloth down where the contractors will be passing through your home to protect the flooring.

3. Plan for Family Members

Whether you can stay in the home throughout construction may depend on the size and location of the project. If you stay, keep children and pets away from the worksite. Remember that the loud noises may be upsetting to pets, so secure them in a place they can’t escape. Talk with your building contractors so you know when they will be arriving and leaving the worksite.

If you want the service of a trusted construction company for your home addition, turn to Zdon Builders of Deep River, CT. They have more than 35 years of experience creating energy-efficient and industry-leading home additions. These professionals can handle interior and exterior work alike. Learn more about their services online or call (860) 227-4127 to discuss an estimate.