Second-Story Addition

What This Service Involves

Going up rather than out preserves your yard and setbacks, which matters on tighter Puget Sound lots. We evaluate your existing foundation and framing to confirm they can carry the added load, reinforcing where the structural engineer directs. Seismic bracing and a re-detailed roof keep the finished home safe and watertight. Careful sequencing keeps the house weather-protected while the new floor takes shape.

Benefits

Doubles living area without losing yard space; Ideal for lots with tight setbacks; Opportunity to add bedrooms and a primary suite; Can capture territorial or water views from the new level

Our Process

1) Structural evaluation of the existing home; 2) Engineering and permitting for the added floor; 3) Temporary weather protection and demolition of the old roof; 4) Framing the new level, re-roofing, and finishing interiors

What Affects the Cost

Existing foundation and load capacity; Structural reinforcement required; Stair placement and layout changes below; Roof removal and replacement; Extent of new bedrooms and baths

Best Time of Year

We aim to open the roof and frame the upper level during the driest stretch of summer to limit rain exposure.