In this blog, we will look at home remodeling options for adding usable space.
No matter how big your home is, most people value and desire more suitable space, like a dedicated home gym, office, or family gathering space. You can gain usable space by taking down a wall or reconfiguring your home’s floor plan. If you have the budget, consider adding an additional or alternate dwelling space to your home.
In this blog, we will look at remodeling options for adding usable space. Whether you work from home, your family is growing, or you don’t want to leave your current home, there are many options for adding space.
Main Floor Expansion
The most common type of room addition is one that enlarges the ground floor of your home. This option requires expanding your home’s existing footprint and careful planning. First, you must ensure you can legally add to your home. Check with your local building department and ensure you adhere to all building codes and regulations.
Next, you’ll want to design an addition that seamlessly complements your home’s floorplan and exterior. A first-floor expansion is a great way to enlarge a bedroom, create a master suite, or add floor space for general use.
Add a Second Floor
If you need a lot of space, expanding your home upwards might be a great solution. You can nearly double the usable interior space by building up and adding a second floor. A second floor is perfect if you live in a ranch-style one-story home.
You can add a second story to a specific area of your home. For example, you could expand your existing living room space with a double-height ceiling while adding a new bedroom, bathroom, or library. You’re only limited by your imagination and depend on your functional needs, zoning restrictions, and budget.
Finish Your Basement
Finishing your basement can increase your home’s usable space. Since it is within your home’s footprint and offers easy access to plumbing and electricity, finishing your basement can be a cost-effective home remodeling project.
Your home’s lower level can function in many different ways. You can create a home theatre, add bedrooms for your children, or turn the basement into an in-law suite with a separate entrance.
Appraisers and realtors don’t include an unfinished basement when calculating the square footage of your home. A finished basement is one addition that can add significant resale value, should you ever decide to sell.
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Here at Accessible Home Builders, we’re proud to say we’ve been building and remodeling homes since 1994. We’ve serviced Rehoboth Beach, Lewes, Selbyville, Millsboro, Georgetown, Laurel, and more communities within Delaware in that time. We work to guarantee a high level of professionalism, dedication, and the use of quality materials to ensure our customers have the homes they deserve.
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