Important Planning Tips for Second-Story Additions

Adding a second floor to a home can do wonders for a growing family’s comfort. If you’re looking into adding a second story, you’ll need to gather some information before giving the green light. Your home remodeling team at DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Madison has some important planning tips.

Inspect Your Home’s Foundation & Structure

Before beginning the project, this should be the first thing on your itinerary. This is because there’s a possibility that your home’s framing and foundation are not sturdy enough to support a second floor. To ensure your home’s stability, contact an inspector to take a look at your home’s structure and assess whether it can support an addition. If not, they may recommend some structural reinforcement.

Determine the Addition Size

If your budget isn’t large enough for a full second-story addition, you can do a partial addition to get the space that you immediately need. Later, you can finish out the whole floor if desired. However, keep in mind that you’ll save more by having a full second-story addition completed in one fell swoop, rather than having it built in phases.

Familiarize Yourself With Building Codes

Remember that a second-story addition is different from your typical room addition. Even if you have skilled interior remodeling contractors to assist you, they need to be familiar with the building regulations in your area so that it is compliant. This is why it’s important to work with a local remodeling company like DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Madison.

Find a Place to Temporarily Relocate

While it’s possible to stay at home during the remodeling process, you’ll most likely feel uncomfortable due to all the noise, dust and debris that result from the project. Ask your remodeling specialist how long you’ll need to vacate your home so that you can make arrangements for a temporary place to stay while the project is ongoing.

Let’s Start a Conversation!

If you’re planning an interior renovation project, start a conversation with DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Madison! We can bring your dream remodel to life with our quality workmanship and outstanding customer service. Call us at (608) 352-9944 or fill out our online contact form. We serve Cottage Grove, Westport, Madison and other nearby communities.

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