What we align up front
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Concept & footprint: bump-outs, second story, primary suite, family room, mudroom/laundry, office/ADU (where allowed)
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Structure & tie-ins: foundation, load paths, rooflines, siding/trim continuity
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Systems: HVAC capacity, panel upgrades, plumbing routes
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Lighting & electrical: switching, task/ambient layers, exterior lights
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Windows & doors: brand/type, performance, lead times
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Finish direction: floors, tile, millwork, paint—grounded in your budget
Permits, Surveys & The “Known Unknowns”
Additions bring extra steps. We make them straightforward.
We coordinate submittals and inspections with your town so the project keeps moving.
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A-2 Survey: Confirms property lines and setbacks for the town.
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B100 (where required): Soil/septic review; older systems may need engineering or updates.
Contingency: We recommend setting aside a buffer for discoveries during excavation or wall openings.
Budget Clarity You Can Trust
You’ll receive a line-item estimate (materials + labor) so priorities are clear and trade-offs are easy. We flag long-lead items early and keep choices aligned to budget and timeline.
Your Team, Start to Finish
You’ll work with a Project Manager and Designer, plus an on-site Team Lead in daily communication.
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Designer: Helps shop and finalize selections; joins site meetings when design input is needed.
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Project Manager: Builds a clear schedule, runs weekly site meetings, manages inspections, and issues formal change orders if scope shifts—so everyone stays aligned.
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Trusted trades: Not “random subs.” Our partners have worked with us 10+ years and are part of the family.
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Closeout & Warranty: Final walkthrough, punch-list care, and a 1-year warranty from finish date.
Our Addition Process
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Listen & Map — Goals, footprint, style, budget range.
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Concept & Budget — Preliminary scope with budgetary guidance (incl. drawings line).
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Architectural Drawings — Permit-ready plans with our architect (or yours).
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Permitting — A-2 survey, B100 (if required), town submittals/approvals.
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Protect & Prep — Site protection, staging, and safety setup.
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Build the Shell — Excavation/foundation, framing, windows/doors, roofing, weather-tight.
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Rough-Ins — Electrical, plumbing, HVAC to plan; inspections.
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Insulate & Enclose — Insulation, drywall, exterior tie-ins and trim.
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Finishes — Flooring, tile, cabinetry/millwork, paint, lighting, hardware.
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Commission & Close — Punch, clean, final inspections, homeowner orientation.
Timelines & Budget Drivers
After design, selections, and permits, many additions run several weeks to a few months on site. What shapes time and cost:
Foundation/excavation complexity
Structural tie-ins and roofline integration
Window/door quantity & lead times
Electrical capacity/panel upgrades
Finish level (tile, millwork, custom elements)
Septic requirements (B100), where applicable
FAQs
No. Many clients start with an idea. We’ll discuss goals and provide budgetary guidance, including a line for architectural drawings to reach permit-ready plans.
Yes. We regularly partner with trusted architects to prepare construction drawings. If you have an architect, we’re happy to collaborate.
An A-2 survey maps property limits and helps the town verify setback compliance for your addition. If required, we’ll coordinate it and include it in your plan.
Some towns require a B100 review (soil/septic). Older septic systems may need evaluation or design updates before approving added bedrooms/baths. We’ll help navigate this.