Additions & Rebuilds
More room. Same address.
Bump-outs, second stories, in-law suites, full tear-down rebuilds. We handle site plans, permits, engineering, framing, and finish — one team, one contract, one price.
Bump-outs, second stories, in-law suites, full tear-down rebuilds. We handle site plans, permits, engineering, framing, and finish — one team, one contract, one price.
Additions are the most complex thing we do. Here's what's typically wrapped into a fixed-price addition contract.
Additions and rebuilds vary more than any other service we offer — from a small bump-out to a full tear-down. Here are typical NoVA ranges.
Additions have a long pre-build phase (design, permits, engineering) — usually 2–3 months — before we break ground.
Site plan, engineering, architectural drawings, county permit submission, HOA review if required.
Foundation, framing, sheathing, roof tie-in, exterior shell, rough-in mechanicals.
Insulation, drywall, flooring, trim, paint, finish electrical & plumbing.
Final inspections, punch list, full walkthrough. 2-year warranty begins.
Rear additions, second stories, and a couple of full rebuilds across Fairfax and Arlington counties.
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Ask our AIThat's the goal for almost every project — siding, trim, window style, roofline. We'll photograph existing materials and source matches. For 1960s-1980s homes, some materials are discontinued and we'll show you the closest available.
For bump-outs and most second-story additions, no — we seal off the addition work area and you live in the rest of the house. Tear-down rebuilds obviously require moving out. We can help with temporary housing as part of the Partner Program.
Fairfax, Arlington, and Loudoun all have different processes and timelines. Fairfax is often slowest (2–3 months for complex additions); Arlington is usually fastest. We handle all filings and appointments — you just sign when we hand you paperwork.
Depends hugely on what you build. A well-executed kitchen or primary suite bump-out usually returns 60–80%+ at resale. A second story for more bedrooms in a competitive school district can return near 100%. A custom in-law suite or office: lower ROI but higher lifestyle value.
Yes, regularly. We'll quote from your architect's drawings and flag anything that could be value-engineered. Some clients hire us to also manage the architect from day one — that's our Partner Program approach.
We disclose known risks upfront and itemize likely 'what-ifs' in the scope. For genuinely unexpected discoveries (rot behind siding, old oil tank), we pause, itemize, and get your sign-off before proceeding. No surprise invoices.
Share a rough idea — or even just a Pinterest board. We'll come out for a free on-site visit and give you a realistic ballpark before you spend a dollar on an architect.