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Build a Dormer Addition and Increase the value of your House!
by Sarah Miller
Dormers are an attractive and a necessary addition if you are planning to remodel your attic into a spare bedroom or office space. This may be a challenging project, but the results will increase the value of your home, add to the looks of the house and bring light and space into useful areas.
Dormers are also the most economical ways of adding a second story to your existing home.
Here are some consideration that need to be taken into account to determine whether your house is a good candidate for a second story dormer addition.
1. Does your existing structure have plywood sheathing on the exterior walls? Modern wind shear and seismic requirements may make a second story dormer impractical on some older homes with shiplap sub-siding.
However, if you are considering replacing the existing siding as part of the project, then you can easily install some plywood panels and resolve this issue.
2. Have you researched what the building height requirements are in your township? You need to check with your local building official and find out the maximum height before your begin planning on your dormer addition.
Dormer additions are often the best solution for a new second story space on a tight budget. Remodeling your attic and turning it into additional space can also give you an opportunity to ensure that your new dormer is well insulated which will save you additional resources for your entire heating and cooling bill. If you increase insulation in your new dormer addition to around 12 inches, your electricity consumption will reduce by 20 percent.
As you can see, a dromer addition is often a great solution for a new second story space and gives you the opporunity to save money in the long run!
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