73 www.ReadMPM.com | www.MountPleasantMagazine.com | www.MountPleasantPodcast.com But a new room will likely outweigh this negligible cost, especially since your home’s value will continue to appreciate. If you’re looking for extra room for a home office, unused or storage space over a garage could be the best answer. Remaking an attic might be good for a son or daughter, but it could also create a cozy retreat for guests. Of course, if all you want is to bring more of the outside inside, a simple porch or patio is a popular option. “The three things we get asked to do the most are adding on screen porches, replacing existing windows with ones that are bigger and conform to hurricane regulations and all-weather rooms,” Dumais said. “And during all construction, we always try to make sure you have access to anything you need, especially if the renovation is in the kitchen, so that you don’t have to worry about eating out for days at a time.” HIRING THE RIGHT BUILDER In any case, your builder or remodeler can guide you through every step. “Having someone with experience in design, an understanding of the construction process and knowledge of preferred vendors and products helps ease client stress when making decisions for their project,” Baker said. “All of our projects are new construction, adding square footage, updating an older space or adding an exterior living/entertaining area.” Both Baker and Bennett indicated that there is one other consideration: When choosing a professional, make sure that the contractor is actually going to be on the job, with a fixed price bid, and will execute the job based on an agreed plan. “For any home renovation, always know that you will be working with the builder, not being pawned off to a construction lead whom you have not met,” Baker said. “In my case, I am on site and oversee each project we do.” Also don’t forget that renovating your home means there will be some disruption to your daily life for several weeks or even months. At the end of the makeover you originally envisioned, will that disruption be part of a longlasting happy memory, or something you never want to experience again? “Remodeling all or even a part of a home isn’t something to be taken lightly, and shouldn’t be taken on as a do-it-yourself project,” Bennett said. “And besides delivering high quality professional services on time with long-term value, we are dedicated to delivering whatever you dream.” coastal dwellings YOUR LAND. OUR EXPERTISE. Build this home on your land or explore dozens of other plans: 833.BUILDHQ | HQHome.com The Kennedy Plan
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