Whether you are adding a master suite, an in-law suite or a sunroom, building a home addition is often a rigorous and time-consuming process. It involves several factors, such as mapping out your key objectives, setting a budget, preparing for the inconvenience and hiring the right home improvement team. But before you decide to add more space to your home, consider the pros and cons of a home addition first.
Home Addition Pros
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You do not have to move. If you want to expand the square footage of your home, but do not want to move out of the neighborhood, a home addition is a smart solution. This is especially true if you have children and do not want to uproot them from their current community.
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You can manage the cost of construction. In order to ensure that your addition complies with your budget, you may choose to phase the addition over a time period, depending on the scope of work. For example, you can build the addition while putting off smaller parts of the construction, such as trim work.
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You can create the exact room you need. When you build a home addition, you can tailor it specifically to your needs and preferences. As long as the city bylaws permit, you can customize the overall interior of your room, from the materials and finishes to utilities and roofing. Just be sure to hire a qualified contractor who can help you get the most out of your project.
Home Addition Cons
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It is disruptive. When you take on an addition, you and your family have to live through a ton of noise and mess for weeks, sometimes months. You may temporarily relocate; however, this can cost you a pretty penny.
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It may negatively impact the value of your home. There are times when the real estate market will not support an addition to an existing home. So, if all the homes on your street have three bedrooms and a second-story addition, for example, brings the count to four or five, you run the risk of over-improving your property.
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You are reducing your yard space. If you are building out, you will reduce the square footage of your yard. This compromises the types of activities you can do outdoors.
Whether you need to build a home addition, remodel a kitchen or install replacement windows, turn to Nuss Construction Company. Our skilled team is ready to transform your dream home into a reality. Just give us a call at (856) 988-9982, or fill out our online form to schedule an appointment. We work with homeowners in Medford, NJ, and other nearby communities.
