As families grow and lifestyles change, many homeowners find themselves needing more space. Whether it’s a new bedroom, a larger kitchen, or even a second story, a home addition can be a smart investment — both for your daily life and your property value.
At Medford Design-Build, we specialize in guiding homeowners through the remodeling process from concept to completion. If you’re thinking about expanding your home, here are answers to some of the most common questions we hear.
Why Consider a Home Addition?
Many of our clients come to us with one of these goals:
- Accommodating a growing family
- Creating a home office or work space
- Building a private guest suite
- Expanding the kitchen or living areas
Instead of moving, a custom addition lets you stay in the neighborhood you love while gaining the space you need.
How Long Does It Take?
Home additions are among the more complex remodeling projects. Depending on the size and scope, your addition could take anywhere from 3 to 12 months — from the design phase through construction.
We handle the entire process in-house, which means:
- No juggling between designers and contractors
- One clear timeline
- One accountable team
Do I Need a Permit?
Yes — any time you’re altering the structure of your home or adding square footage, a permit is required. We take care of all the permitting and code compliance on your behalf, ensuring your addition is safe and legal.
Can I Stay in My Home During Construction?
In many cases, yes. However, it depends on the type of addition and how it impacts your existing space. We’ll walk you through what to expect and help plan around your comfort and schedule.
What’s the First Step?
Every project starts with a conversation. Our design-build process begins with an in-home consultation, where we discuss your needs, your home’s layout, and your vision. This step allows us to offer tailored advice and realistic guidance based on your space and goals.
- Consultation Fee: $225
This covers our time, travel, and expert insight — and ensures you get a solid foundation for planning your addition.
What Does the Design Phase Cost?
After the consultation, the next step is the design phase, where we create your Floor Plans, 3-D Renderings, and a detailed Project Scope with pricing. This phase is crucial for visualizing your addition and making confident decisions before construction begins.
- Design Package Cost: The cost of a room addition design package starts at $2,500 and can increase depending on the size, complexity and features of the project.
The best part? That cost is applied toward your construction down payment when you move forward with us, it’s not an added fee, it’s part of your investment in the final build.
Our clients love this structure because it offers value, clarity, and momentum all at once.
How Much Do Home Additions Typically Cost?
This is one of the first questions we hear, and it’s also one of the hardest to answer without knowing the specifics of your home and goals. That said, here are a few rough estimates to keep in mind:
- Standard room additions: $200 – $400/sqft+ Learn more
- Suite additions: $300 – $500/sqft+ Learn more
- Second-story additions: $200 – $400/sqft+
We always work with your budget in mind and can help prioritize features to get the most out of your investment.
Let’s Talk About Your Home
If you’re considering an addition, we’d love to hear more about your plans. Our team at Medford Design-Build is here to make the process clear, comfortable, and inspiring from day one.
Call us or fill out our contact form to schedule a consultation.
Warm regards,
Medford Design-Build
