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Whether it involves adding an extra room or an entire new section to a house, an addition reaps many benefits both financially and in terms of quality of life. But before starting a large-scale construction project, a few points need to be nailed down.
First, make sure all family members are on board with the plans. Decide what exactly will be done. For example, where will windows and doors be placed? Is it better to increase the house's footprint or to build a second or third story? How will the addition affect the house's current layout?
Once those decisions have been made, feel free to sketch out your idea. After all the more detailed you are, the more accurate your building estimate will be, and architects and contractors do much better with visuals. You can sketch the old-fashioned way with a pad of graph paper and a pencil, or you can try a free online service, of which there are many. Don't forget to include details such as electrical outlets and lighting fixtures, and try to also draw a side view if possible.
Next don't be afraid to call your local city or town building inspector or zoning authority to learn as much as possible. Though the contractor you will eventually hire will have this information, it's better to know if your project is even feasible before you put a significant amount of time into planning it. Being educated will also help you to weed out contractors who know local laws from those that don't.
You will almost certainly need a general contractor, who will serve as project manager for your addition. He or she will coordinate and hire contractors for the various parts of the job, such as electricians, roofers, and plumbers. An addition is a major undertaking and a general contractor will really help lower stress, costs, and the amount of time the project takes.
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