Plan with a clearer picture
The details that
shape your project.
A useful starting point for discussing scope, choices, and what needs to happen before the work begins.
01Define the extra space
Describe the rooms or functions you want to add and how they should connect to the existing home. A larger kitchen, an additional living area and a multiroom extension involve different decisions about circulation, structure and utilities.
02Understand the planning work
An addition can involve design professionals, site constraints and municipal review. Share drawings and any guidance already received. Confirm who is responsible for design, engineering, applications and construction before assuming those services are part of a contractor's proposal.
03Connecting new work to the home
The interface with the existing building matters: rooflines, exterior finishes, floor levels and utility connections all deserve early attention. Ask how temporary openings, weather protection, access and occupied areas would be handled during construction.