When it comes to adding on new living space to an existing home, our Mantra "an addition should not look like an addition". Sure it will have upgraded features and style, but it should look like it belongs, inside and out. It starts with the design (your architect or ours), proceeds with planning, organization, communication and skilled workers and should end (as planned) with all parties involved thrilled about both the process and the finished product.
Room additions can be tricky, but if the process and plan is well thought out, coordinated and communicated, it doesn't have to be. Whether it's a "pop top" (new upper level), "bump out" addition for a kitchen extension, new family room, sunroom or porch, all the way up to a "whole house remodel", the same processes need to be followed upfront. "What will our County zoning allow?" "What documents will be required?" "What buiding codes will govern this project and what has changed recently?", ETC. These are just a few items to consider when planning such an improvement but they can make the difference between a "nightmare project" to "WOW, that was well worth the effort". Like it's been said, "it's not just the destination that's important, it's the journey".
The gestation period (1st meeting, permit to "punch-out") for a remodeling project, room addition or a whole house remodel can range from a month or two for a small project to a year or more for a major renovation, it all depends on the scope.
If you are interested in starting a remodeling or renovation project or adding some much needed living space to your existing home, we hope you will consider Metropolitan Contractors. With over 18 years experience remodeling homes and commercial buildings in Northern Virginia, we've just about seen it all. We promise a no pressure consultation and some of the best and most honest advice in the industry. Give us a call to today to get your dreams and plans underway and ready for tomorrow.
"We truly appreciate the fine work Metropolitan Contractors performed on adding our addition and roofing... Every step was an exercise in quality construction and the finished product shows the results. We would also like to thank Jim Corridon and Jim Sparks who proved to be extremely professional and assisted us in drafting plans, choosing materials, and making modifications when necessary. We are delighted with the results and gladly would recommend your fine company to others." ~H.R., Fairfax
