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Home Additions

Added square footage that reads as part of the original house — rooflines, siding and trim matched carefully.

An addition solves the problem of a house that works but is simply too small. More bedroom space, a larger kitchen, a real mudroom, a primary suite — the goal is added room that feels original rather than attached.

The hardest parts of an addition are the connections: where the new roof meets the old one, where the new floor meets the existing framing, where siding and trim have to line through. That is where we spend the planning time.

Typical scope of work

  • Foundation or footing work for the new footprint
  • Floor and wall framing tied into existing structure
  • Roof framing and tie-in with proper flashing
  • Matching siding, trim, soffit and roofing details
  • Mechanical, electrical and plumbing extension
  • Insulation, drywall, flooring and finish carpentry

Why It Matters

Benefits

Matched exterior

Siding profiles, trim widths and rooflines are matched so the addition blends in.

Weather-tight tie-ins

Flashing at the new-to-old connection is detailed before the roof goes on.

Protected existing home

The opening between old and new is sealed and staged to limit exposure.

Our Approach

How the project runs

  1. 01

    Feasibility walk

    We look at setbacks, structure, access and how the addition can connect.

  2. 02

    Design coordination

    We work with your drawings or designer to keep the build practical.

  3. 03

    Shell first

    Foundation, framing and roof, then the house is opened up.

  4. 04

    Finish

    Interior finishes, exterior details and a final walkthrough.

Project Imagery

Related work

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FAQ

Common questions

Will the addition look like an add-on?
Not if the details are planned. Roof pitch, siding exposure, window style and trim are matched to the existing house wherever possible.
Is a bump-out cheaper than a full addition?
Usually, because it involves less foundation and roof work. We can price both approaches so you can compare.
How disruptive is it?
Most of the work happens outside the existing walls. The house is only opened up once the new space is framed and covered.

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Tell us what you have in mind and we will walk the site, talk through the scope and put together a clear written estimate.

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