If you love your home but have realized you need more space, a home addition may be the perfect option. By adding an addition to your home, you can create square footage that has been customized to your unique needs. Whether you’re thinking about adding another bathroom or perhaps a sunroom or porch, a home addition will make your home more usable, functional, and enjoyable. One question many homeowners have is how to keep the cost of their home addition down. We have advice for you! Read on to learn more.
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How to Keep Home Addition Costs Down
Hire a reputable electrician
One of the biggest hidden costs of a home addition is passing inspection. If you have had work done that is not up to code, you’ll have to go back through and fix the shoddy work, often doubling the cost of what you would have spent if you had hired a reputable contractor in the first place. One area where inspectors tend to scrutinize most closely is with electrical work. Given that shoddy electrical work can cause a serious risk of fire, it’s for good reason. To save money in the long run, be sure to hire an electrician with good credentials, current licensing, and stellar recommendations.
Account for surprises
When coming up with your budget for your home addition project, it can be tempting to approach the work with rose colored glasses. Sure, it would be great if everything went exactly according to plan, but this rarely works in reality. To ensure that you have set aside enough money for your home addition, be sure to include at least an extra 20% to cover incidentals that you can’t plan for. This way, if and when an unexpected issue comes up, you won’t have to scramble to find the cash to pay for it.
Don’t forget about permits
One expense that many homeowners neglect to account for is permits. The exact permits you will need will depend on the nature of your addition, but fees can range from several hundred to several thousand dollars. Working with an experienced contractor can help ensure that you set aside enough money for necessary permits.
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