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HOME ADDITIONS

Welcome to a World of Beautiful Home Enhancements

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Home Additions

Expand your living space seamlessly

At RebuildKC, our passion lies in enhancing the comfort and functionality of your home. As experienced home additions contractors, we specialize in turning your ideas into beautiful, practical spaces that elevate your quality of life. Our approach is centered on understanding your specific needs, providing tailored solutions that harmoniously integrate with your existing structure. We strive to exceed your expectations from start to finish, ensuring that your project is handled with care, precision, and respect for your home. Let's build your dream together!

Home Additions

Home additions are our specialty, and we understand the importance of balancing quality craftsmanship while staying in your budget. By utilizing top-notch materials, we ensure that each project not only stands out but also provides impressive returns. Whether expanding your living space or adding a new feature, ReBeuildKC is here to deliver exceptional results that meet your needs.

Modern  second story upgrade

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Traditional two car garage with a second story

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Spanish second story addition.

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Key factors for a home addition include size, materials, and labor costs, which are influenced by design complexity, site conditions, and local market rates. Other crucial considerations are local zoning and setback regulations, the need for structural changes or utility upgrades, and professional design and permitting fees. 

Planning and design

  • Define your goals: Determine the specific needs and problems the addition will solve for your family.

  • Consider build-up vs. build-out: Decide whether to add a second story or expand horizontally, keeping in mind that building up is often more expensive but can be more efficient with space.

  • Harmonize with existing structure: Select materials, architectural features, and finishes that blend with the current home for a natural look.

  • Professional design: Work with an architect or designer to create a plan that is both functional and aesthetically pleasing, and that meets local code requirements. 

Costs and budget

  • Size and scope: Larger and more complex projects require more materials and labor, increasing the overall cost.

  • Materials and finishes: High-end materials like custom cabinetry or premium flooring will raise your budget, while basic options will be less expensive.

  • Labor costs: Labor rates vary by location and the contractor's experience. Complex jobs will also require more labor hours.

  • Site and structural work: Moving load-bearing walls, upgrading the foundation, or tying into existing utilities will significantly increase costs.

  • Unforeseen issues: Factor in a contingency of 10-20% for unexpected problems like discovering structural issues or needing to upgrade old plumbing. 

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Logistics and regulations

  • Local zoning and permits: Research your local zoning laws for setbacks (how far the addition can extend into your yard) and get the necessary building permits.

  • Site preparation: Account for potential additional costs related to site preparation, especially for sloped lots or challenging access.

  • Utility and structural work: Be prepared for additional costs if your project requires extending or upgrading utilities (like plumbing, electrical, or HVAC) or reinforcing the existing structure. 

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