Things You Didn’t Know About Additions

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Are you interested in getting an addition for your home? Or just generally curious about them? Here are all the things you need to know about additions that you didn’t know before.
 

Building Permits

Toronto home additionsThere are important things you need to consider before you get started on a custom addition in Toronto. The most important thing is to start off with getting a building permit. You need a permit in order to add an addition to your home. Obtaining a permit may seem like a hassle, but they are there for your safety. The permitting authority will send inspectors to check for safety during the construction. Having these inspections ensure the construction workers are doing what needs to be done when it comes to safety and compliance with building codes. For more information on obtaining a building permit in Toronto, check here.
 

Types of Custom Additions

There are different types of custom home additions you can do. You can have a smaller room or bump-out addition; or you can get a larger, more extensive addition like adding a large kitchen or second story.

Popular smaller additions include a dormer addition and bump-out additions.

  • Adding a dormer onto your second story floor is an excellent way to bring sunshine into your home and expand your living space.
  • Bump-out additions extend outwards over the edge of your house, adding more space to the room it’s in.

Popular larger additions include second story additions and garage additions.

  • A second floor addition is a huge job, and can nearly double your home’s square footage. There are multiple possibilities you can create with adding a second story, like adding a bathroom and extra bedroom, or finally building out the master bedroom you’ve always dreamed of.  Keep in mind that a second story addition is expensive, generally costing around $245 per square foot in Toronto.
  • If you don’t have a garage or you are in need of more storage and workspace, a garage addition can greatly increase the value of your home.

Some other popular room additions include kitchen, mudroom, sunroom, bathroom, and home office additions. If you’re not sure which room addition you want for your home, here are some things to think about:

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  • When it comes to the kitchen, they are one of the main rooms in your home, and quite frankly, they can make or break the home. If you enjoy and spend a lot of time cooking, having a large and beautiful kitchen can be a great bonus for you.
  • If you have kids or pets, a mudroom can be a great benefit to your home. They make storing shoes, coats, hats, and backpacks super easy, and they’re easy to clean.
  • Sunrooms let in a lot of sunlight, helping to elevate your home and brighten your living space. Sunrooms are a beautiful addition and can really elevate the feel of your home.
  • Bathrooms are one of the most important rooms in the home, and often feel more comfortable when spacious and elegant looking. A bathroom addition can also greatly increase the value of your home. The important thing to keep in mind when it comes to adding a bathroom is the piping. Is there already piping near where you want to add it, or would you have to pay to add in more pipe?
  • Home offices are a great room to have if you need somewhere to work with minimal distractions. With working from home becoming increasingly more common, a home office is an ideal addition to have.

 

Benefits of Custom Additions

There are multiple benefits to getting custom additions in Toronto. 

  • One benefit is getting extra living space without going through the hassle of moving houses. Moving houses is expensive and time-consuming, but adding on to your home prevents you from having to worry about any of that.
  • Another benefit is that you are able to stay in your neighbourhood. You might not have the option to find a larger house in your neighbourhood, so additions allow you to stay right where you are while expanding the size of your home.
  • Home additions can also increase the value of your home. The more quality living space you have, the more appealing your house will be if there ever comes a time you decide to sell it.
  • Another important thing about additions is that you don’t have to apply for a new mortgage. If you move to a bigger house, you need to get a new home loan. However, staying in your current home and adding space means you don’t have to worry about the headache of that.

There are many different things you can do when it comes to custom home additions. Adding square footage to your house is a great option if you need more space and have the property to build onto. Just make sure you weigh the pros and cons before making your decision. Here at Rovimat Group, we can’t wait to help you build your dream home.