Categories: Remodeling

Ask First, Remodel Later

If you’re planning to spruce up your home with home additions, it’s paramount that you ask the proper questions before you move forward with the planning. Asking questions would save you a lot of time, money and stress in the long run, so what’s the harm in doing so?

Here are questions to ask before you plan your home additions.

The 4 Questions Every Homeowner Should Ask

  1. Who will use the space – When it comes to designing your home addition, it’s best that you consider who’ll be using the space and how. It might make designing less stressful for you and make building easier for your home remodeling contractors.

  1. What is your budget – Home additions and renovations can be quite the significant expense, so with that in mind, before you plan or call a contractor, you should have your budget planned and set aside. This budget should include potential disasters or mistakes.

  1. Will it add any value to your home – If you have plans of selling your home in the future, then you might want to reconsider what you plan on adding to your home and ask if it’s going to add value to the property. There’s a slight possibility that whatever you add may put off buyers so it’s best you consult with new addition contractors first before pushing through with anything else.

  1. Zoning Restrictions – Ask yourself first if there are any zoning restrictions in your areas before building the addition. Check the requirements first so you don’t go overboard and get in trouble with the local law.

Turn to Design Build Remodeling Group of Maryland for your kitchen remodeling needs. We are your leading provider of home additions and whole house renovation services. Give us a call at (443) 230-4070, or fill out our contact form to get in touch with us. We serve clients in Bethesda, MD, and other nearby areas.          

Eric Swanson

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