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How much does it cost to get an architect to draw plans for a home addition?

admin — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 16:02:50 +0000

We are looking to put a 2nd story on our bungalow and want plans drawn. We have quite a few ideas and need to know where to start.

For smaller work, where the entirety is not known, an hourly rate is the standard. Principal architect’s fees range from $80 to $200 or more per hour. Site visits are often done by a project architect or qualified intern billed out at a lesser rate. Drafting may be done for an even lower rate, depending on how their office is set up.

Remodels can (well, should) never be given a lump-sum estimate because no one can predict what the project will entail precisely until the demo work is done and you know exactly what you are starting with for new construction.

I wouldn’t say that you need to have a plan drawn up, just ideas of what you are looking for. Adding a second floor to a bungalow should (emphasize should) be pretty straightforward. The three things that initially need to be (simultaneously) considered are 1) where the stair leaves the main floor, 2) the upper floor plan, and 3) the roof lines.

The architect will also look at permit requirements and do some background work for you to find if there are height or other restrictions for your lot.

How much will a DIY home addition cost?

admin — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 10:01:21 +0000

My husband and I want to add an addition that consists of a bedroom, bathroom, living room, and three season room. The approximate square footage is 800. Dose anyone have an approximate amount or where we would start to get the estimate without using a contractor?

Ashley, yeah, like Allison said, you should really consider whether you have experience and skill of all trades–foundation, rough plumbing, rough electrical, rough carpentry, drywall, finish plumbing, finish electrical, etc.–to take on this mammoth project for a couple.

Like Allison, I suggest that you really consider contacting local remodeling contractors in your area to see what it would cost to have them do the addition for you.

Call the local remodelers and get their free estimates. In fact, for your convenience, here is a handyman site I use often, which has a section devoted to home improvement articles, where you’ll also find towards the far left bottom of the following home improvement page a bright, kind-of-orange home-guru Bob Villa-endorsed ad that offers up to four (4) Free estimates that can be given to you very fast from local remodeling contractors in your area (again, this free-estimate offer is towards the very left-bottom of the following linked page):

http://yourhandymanzone.com/Your_Handyman_Zone_How_To_Pages_Home_Improvement_Zone.htm

Like I said, get a hold of some local remodelers. In exchange for giving them work, you also might be able to get a good deal on the material from the remodeling contractor, since, usually, they have access to wholesale pricing on building material given the great amount of installations they do. That’s the way to go. Good luck with your project!

is there a way that a handicapped FAMILY can get an home addition through an agency without paying for it?

admin — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 09:22:33 +0000

My sister in law suffered a stroke and keeps falling as the house is too small and not handicapped accessible. My brother in law is also handicapped and walks with a cane. My niece has problems as well, is deaf and obese, and never leaves the house. Can anyone help them out? They live in NJ.

They can check with their local housing officials, HUD, FHA, or community groups or charities.

2nd STORY ROOM ADDITION PHASE 1

admin — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 20:12:47 +0000

Watch as photos and video clips show a second floor room addition as it is added to a one story home in St Petersburg, Florida. This job is being done, while saving the existing ceiling below and as home occupants continue to live in home.
One of the major concerns during this initial phase of construction were the daily afternoon rain showers. Keeping the home protected in the evening was a high priority and the key to keeping the job running smoothly.

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How do the people on Extreem Makeover Home Addition know what room to go into when they first get to the house

admin — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 00:02:59 +0000

You know how on that show they always go into their room. Well my friends and i want to know how they know which room the are going into!

its all planned out in advance. although they try to make it seem that way, NOTHING is candid. they made over a home in my town, and the whole town knew they were coming months before they got there. its not a surprise visit at all.

Paramount Construction New Custom Home Bethesda Maryland 20817

admin — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 17:36:39 +0000

New Home under construction in Bethesda Maryland by Award Winning Architect and Builder Paramount Construction
Architect & Builder Rockville md, Mclean va, falls Church va, Vienna Va, remodeling, arts and crafts homes

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How do the people on Extreem Makeover Home Addition know what room to go into when they first get to the house

admin — Sat, 03 Jul 2010 00:18:41 +0000

Modular Home Addtions – Toronto home additions and renovations

admin — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 12:40:57 +0000

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Easy Home Bar Plans – Home Bar Hideout

admin — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 18:40:37 +0000

This is a sample of one of our customer’s home bar projects. The “Honeycomb Hideout” bar was built using plans and design ideas found on http://www.barplan.com. This amazing home bar project includes a HUGE 300 gallon fish tank bar back.

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If you want to start getting estimates for a home addition who should you contact?

admin — Sun, 06 Jun 2010 06:41:59 +0000

an architect? a builder? a general contractor? what’s the least expensive route? Who can you go to get recommendations?

Most of the time, you pay for what you get. Most REPUTABLE builders will not touch your property without plans. And they will insist on getting permits and have city inspections. Anyone who won’t do any of the above will automatically raise red flags. Once you have city approved plans, go get bids and choose the builder/contractor you feel most comfortable with.