When you’re considering an upgrade to your Rochester-area home, a small change can sometimes give you all you need. There are times, however, when a small change just isn’t enough. And while a home renovation can help you get the most out of the available space you have, sometimes you simply need more space. That’s when a home addition actually makes the most sense. What can you expect to spend to make that kind of improvement? Here’s a look at 2019 Costs for home additions in Rochester.
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Topics: garage additions, Home Additions, second-floor additions, first-floor additions, Home Remodeling Costs
When Remodeling Is More Than Just Freshening Up Your Home
Posted by John Graziose on Wed, Oct 17, 2018 @ 10:10 AM
Sometimes a remodeling of your Rochester-area home involves a bit of a cosmetic “face-lift.” Perhaps you want to make your family room a little brighter. Or you may decide to reorganize your kitchen so that it’s more efficient. Maybe you want to take advantage of unused space in your basement or attic to give your family more living space. There are times, however, when remodeling is more than just freshening up your home. We’d like to walk you through a recent remodeling project we worked on in 2018 that started (literally) from the ground up.
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Which Remodeling Trends Matter Most For Your Rochester Home?
Posted by John Graziose on Wed, Aug 1, 2018 @ 08:08 AM
Every year industry experts talk about the newest trends in the remodeling industry. You’ll hear about these trends on home improvement sites such as houzz.com or on remodeling shows on television. A lot of what you’ll hear or read tends to focus on interior design: What are the “hot” colors this year? What kinds of backsplash materials are “in?” Which hardware finishes are most popular? Those are all interesting and important items to consider, but which remodeling trends matter most for your Rochester home?
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Home Additions: Adding Space That Let’s You Enjoy Your Rochester Home
Posted by John Graziose on Sat, Oct 28, 2017 @ 08:10 AM
There are times when you love the home you’re in, enjoy your neighbors and neighborhood, but you’ve simply outgrown the space you’re living in. Is moving really your only option? There is another choice. A home addition can add space that lets you enjoy your Rochester home to its fullest.
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Adding Additional Rooms: Not All Rooms Are Created Equal.
Posted by John Graziose on Thu, Apr 9, 2015 @ 19:04 PM
One of the benefits of building a custom home is that you have the ability to personalize the design to fit your needs and desires. For many homeowners, that means opting for a little more space. It’s easier—and cheaper to add rooms while you building your home than it is to add rooms later. But when it comes to adding space in that way, not all rooms are created equal—especially when it comes to cost.
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