Construction
Home Additions in Denver
An addition should look and work like it was always part of the house. That depends on zoning, structure and how the new space connects to the old. We work through all three before construction starts.
Service scope
What's included
Every project and service request starts with a written scope, so you know what is included before work begins.
- Feasibility and zoning review
- Design coordination and structural engineering
- Foundation, framing and roofing
- Tie-ins to existing electrical, plumbing and HVAC
- Interior finishes matched to the existing home
- Permits and inspections
Test feasibility before you design
Setbacks, height limits, lot coverage and easements decide how big an addition can be and where it can go. We check those first, along with the existing structure, so design starts from what is allowed.
Plan the connection between old and new
Roof lines, floor heights, insulation and the existing heating and electrical systems all have to tie in cleanly. Most addition problems happen at the joint between old and new, so we plan it in detail.
Keep the home livable
Most of an addition can be built outside the existing house. We time the final opening-up to keep disruption short.
Local knowledge
Adding on in the Denver area
Zoning rules differ between Denver and surrounding cities, and some neighborhoods have design standards or HOA approvals. Denver has also expanded where accessory dwelling units are allowed, which may be an alternative to a traditional addition. Heavy snow loads and hail are factored into roof and structure design.
Process
How a project runs
Site visit
We see the property, talk through goals and check existing conditions.
Scope and price
A written scope, budget and schedule you can make decisions with.
Permits and prep
Permits, selections and ordering materials and equipment.
Build
Coordinated work with regular updates and photos.
Walkthrough
Final inspection, punch list and handover documents.
Questions
Questions and answers
Can my existing heating system handle an addition?
Sometimes. We check capacity and recommend extending it or adding a separate system.
Do I need an architect?
Most additions need drawings and structural engineering. We coordinate the licensed professionals involved.
Is an ADU a better option?
It depends on your goals, lot and zoning. We can review both.
How long does an addition take?
Typically several months of construction after permits, depending on size.
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