Many residential property owners decide at some point that an addition would be an ideal home improvement. As they excitedly make their plans for a new living room or a new master bedroom and bathroom, they may not consider practical factors that must be addressed. A contractor such as Steve Gentry Construction can provide a list of aspects that must be considered before moving forward with an addition. Visit the Website for information on this residential building professional.
For example, rural property owners with a septic system may need to have the addition approved by the relevant government agency. This depends on the square footage of the proposed addition. Even if the current homeowners don’t plan to have more people living in the house, the extra square footage may make that an option for someone else in the future. A septic system that was intended to service a home of 1,500 sq. ft. may not be considered adequate for a home of 2,000 sq. ft.
A contractor such as Steve Gentry Construction also understands the possible limitations of the existing heating and cooling system as well as the electrical wiring. Without ducts going to the addition, how will the homeowners heat and cool these rooms? Is the existing heating and cooling system big enough to accommodate the extra square footage? The property owners may need to consider having under-floor radiant heat or electric baseboards installed, and they may need to have a window air conditioner in this part of the house. Depending on the expected electrical use in this space, another circuit breaker will probably be advisable.
Practical considerations also involve what the space will be used for and how this relates to the value of the house, including its future resale value. In a climate like that of Minnesota, a three-season room may seem appealing, but it may not appeal to potential future buyers who want a fully climate-controlled space all year. In contrast, another bedroom or a family room will almost certainly boost resale value. If the house only has one bathroom, a second bathroom makes it much more attractive on the real estate market.
