Expanding your living space is an investment many homeowners ultimately consider, and opting for a second-story addition can be the perfect solution. Second-story projects allow you to transform your home’s dimensions, dynamics, and convenience, without sacrificing your outdoor property.

Expanding Upwards: The Benefits of a Second-Story Addition

If you’re a savvy and creative homeowner who is looking to expand your horizons as well as your house, here are four great reasons why a second-story addition is what you need:

  1. Increased Living Space: A second-story addition is an excellent way to add significant living space to your home without increasing its footprint. This is particularly beneficial in urban or developed neighborhoods where expanding outward might not be feasible due to space restrictions or zoning laws, but it also eliminates the need to leverage a home’s surrounding acreage for additions. Because you’re building vertically, you retain your existing yard and garden space, allowing for additional landscaping projects (like pools) in the future. Moving on up also maintains the privacy of your home by avoiding encroachments close to property lines​.
  2. Unlimited Possibilities: In many older homes, the constraints of existing bathrooms and closet spaces can be incredibly limiting. A second-story addition typically allows for a family room on the first floor and a new or expanded master suite above. This approach not only provides more generous living and storage spaces but also offers opportunities to enhance areas like the kitchen or basement. By integrating these changes into a comprehensive second-story addition, you can achieve a more functional and customized home environment, saving both time and money in the process.
  3. Enhanced Property Value: Adding a second story to your home can significantly boost your property’s market value, to boot. More square footage typically translates to a higher resale value, making this a financially savvy investment for the future​.

The Importance of Professional Guidance

A second-story addition involves complex considerations. An experienced design-build contractor like Cossentino & Sons will help you:

  • Ensure the existing structure can support the new weight.
  • Update the foundation if and when necessary.
  • Integrate the addition seamlessly with your home’s current aesthetic and design. ​

At Cossentino & Sons, our team’s expertise ensures that all structural, aesthetic, and compliance issues are professionally handled, providing you with a stress-free remodeling experience.

Why Choose Cossentino & Sons?

For decades, Cossentino & Sons Remodeling and Design has specialized in making complex projects simple for the homeowner and/or client. We understand the intricacies of building upwards, from the initial designs and permits to the final touches that make your new space feel like a natural extension of your home. Our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction ensures that your second-story addition is built to the highest standards, enhancing both the functionality and beauty of your property.

So, is a second-story addition what you need? Ask yourself: do I want to maximize my living area, increase my home’s value, and maintain my existing outdoor space? With Cossentino & Sons Remodeling and Design, you can do all of this and more, elevating your home in a way that fits your vision and lifestyle. Give us a call. We’ll help you take your home to the next level – literally and figuratively.