Boost Out
A few home improvements are easy and require adding an area to an existing one. It is common to build bathrooms with full facilities, an expansive bedroom, or construct a kitchen in Ottawa.
Pros: It is the most simple and least expensive addition choice. It involves just removing a wall before building up because it’s such a little addition that it is cheaper than other types of acquisitions and is an excellent option if space and money are limited.
Cons: If you require more space within the space of your Ottawa home, this option isn’t the best choice for you. Additionally, the price of a bump-out addition could be deceiving. It’s cheaper than other types of branches. However, it is more expensive per square foot. It’s due to additional costs involved in building, such as getting the proper permits and expanding your foundation. It is necessary to obtain these documents regardless of the type of addition you want to make, and you won’t be able to save the cost of building a minor addition.
An Individual Room
If your bump-out isn’t large enough, but you don’t want to complete an entire house or a room, an addition to a single space could be the best option for you. The kind of addition you can consider could be a porch, sunroom, or garage.
Pros: If your home needs extra space, a room addition can make the space that you’ve always wanted. A single room will give you the room and function you require without taking up too much space. Since it’s relatively compact, it’s relatively inexpensive. Sunrooms allow you to enjoy nature all year round while adding a bedroom can accommodate the growing family.
Cons: You may not have enough space in a single room. If you don’t have enough space or are willing to sacrifice an outdoor play area, a room addition might not be the best option. Getting connected to the rear or side of the house also takes up space in the yard.
Build Out
It’s probably the most popular type of addition. Homeowners looking to increase the space inside their home can expand the side, back, or even the front of their house.
Pros: Expanding outwards offers a lot of possibilities. Do you require more space than just a single toilet? Make several rooms or even an apartment for your in-laws. This type of house addition offers you plenty of creative freedom, especially in the case of expanding the back of your house. It’s not visible from the outside, so it’s a great spot to showcase an extra flair to your style!
Cons: Unless you intend to build in your neighbor’s backyard, the property line governs this type of extension. If you do not have enough space to expand outward, the addition might not be the right choice for you. It is also essential to consider the city’s restrictions. Depending on your property lines, you may not be able to build up to the edge.
Build Up
If an expansion that extends outward isn’t feasible or isn’t the best option for you, consider adding a second floor to a one-story home.
Pros: Space has been a massive advantage for this type of expansion. The addition of a second-level nearly increases the square footage of your home! Additionally, it won’t take up the space you have in your yard! In addition to covering much ground, outward branches may also get bound by property lines and zoning laws.
Cons: The second story will require stairs that take up a significant amount of space. Also, it will require an extensive amount of work on the current design of your house. The contractor will need to construct supports for the walls, ceilings, and even portions of the foundation. To add on top of the existing structure will require adequate support.
Whatever kind of addition you need to meet your home’s remodeling needs, it is best to consult the help of an Ottawa Home Pros. The company has a wealth of experience in constructing a home addition. We’d be delighted to assist you in determining what kind of addition is the best fit for your home. Request your free consultation today and contact us at (613) 288-9145 or email us at info@ottawahomepros.com.
