Building a church is generally no cheaper per square foot than building a house.

The cost of building a church depends on its size. Other factors include whether you employ union or non-union labor, costs of labor and materials in your area, and your church's design.

The average U.S. church constructed in 2008 was 17,000 square feet, according to RSMeans' report on church construction costs.

Since most church builders use union labor, average costs are based on this assumption. Material and labor costs depend on your design and location, and can be 20 percent higher or more on the east and west coasts than in the Midwest.

Some factors are unique to your site. Your cost is affected by how much excavation needs to be done, how much parking is required, whether utilities are public or private, if sprinklers are installed or not, the amount of classroom space and your type of building, according to Church Design and Construction Inc.

The average cost of building a 17,000 square foot church in 2008 was $1.78 million. Money can be saved by hiring a company that offers "starter" plans for small, new churches.

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Average Cost To Build An Addition

The average cost to build a home addition is $48,000, with most homeowners spending from $22,500 to $74,000, or between $86 to $208 per square foot. Prices depend on room size, labor, and the quality of materials. Adding a room gives a great return on the investment of over 50%.

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There are many options to choose from when planning to add extra space to your home. You can add a bathroom, master bedroom suite, build an in-law apartment, build a detached garage, family room, or add a second floor. Building an addition increases the square footage, which adds value to a home. Each type of addition project has estimated prices primarily based on the size that we'll cover below.

A home addition costs between $86 and $208 per square foot, with most spending $128 per square foot on average. The final cost depends on if your building-up or building-out, labor costs, and the quality of materials used.

On average, the addition consists of a basic room with necessary electrical wiring and little to no plumbing. Features such as bedrooms and bathrooms with luxury fixtures start raising that square footage price. Every door, window, and wall adds to the price. The more luxurious the design of the addition, like a chefs gourmet kitchen with smart appliances and heavier electrical needs, the higher the priceat $400 per square foot or higher.

Calculating by square footage is quite accurate when trying to assess the final cost of an addition. An average 300 square foot addition costs $25,800 to $62,400 while a 400 square foot addition runs $34,400 to $83,200. Costs below are figured at $86 and $208 per square foot to show the most basic cost to the highest.

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At $128 per square foot, a 10x20 bedroom addition costs $25,600 on average, while a 20x20 family room ranges from $51,200. When adding a bathroom that requires plumbing, expect to spend from $18,000 to $47,000.

There are many ways to increase your square footage. You can build up by adding a second floor, or you can build out and add a room by adding a section of house that attaches through an opening in an outside wall. You can also convert one kind of room to another kind of room better suited to meet your needs. You can build a detached garage or workshop. All options qualify as a house addition.

When considering a significant room addition, be sure to consult with an architect to draft the design and style you're looking for. Next, hire a structural engineer to make sure the addition plans are sound before construction. Finally, hire a general contractor who will coordinate all the development and building in the correct order.

Its impossible to figure the exact cost of adding a room to a house until you know the size of the room and every aspect of whats built into it. The cost of labor in the area where you live will also impact the price. The following examples reflect the general cost of the project.

The cost to add a bedroom is $100 to $155 per square foot, or about $10,300 to $24,900 on average. A small 12x12 bedroom (144-square-feet) with a foundation and a roof will cost in the neighborhood of $12,400 to $22,300 if you choose to add it to the side of the house.

Variables would include how many outlets are installed, the type and amount of lighting, the type of roof that matches the existing house, and the flooring. Other options that affect the bedroom addition cost are the size of the closet, the type of doors on the closet, and the size and number of windows and window seats.

The cost of a 464-square-foot master bedroom suite addition including a master bathroom costs between $59,400 and $96,500 or more. This custom-built project includes a 289 sqft. bedroom, a 50 sqft. closet, and 125 sqft. bathroom. A luxury master bedroom with a spa-like bathroom will cost $100,000 and up.

A master bedroom is usually bigger, from 200 to 350 square feet. It has a walk-in closet that can be anywhere from 25 to 100 square feet in size with its own private master bathroom, which can range in size from 108 to 156 square feet. In luxury homes, the master suite can be quite a bit larger.

Lately, the trend in luxury homes is to have a master suite, which is like a small apartment on its own. It can include a sitting room, an exercise room, or even a swim spa. Many times the walk-in closet will host its own washer and dryer, and the sitting room may have a tiny kitchenette. Add a set of French doors or a deck or balcony, and the costs rise, but so does the luxury.

A bathroom addition costs from $18,000 to $47,000 when building out versus remodeling an existing space. A spa-like mast bathroom can cost $80,000 or more. The National Association of Realtors report says your investment will yield a 50% return of costs when the time comes to sell, but a bonus is that buyers are quicker to buy a house with the same number of bathrooms as bedrooms. In general, adding a bathroom is one of the more expensive home additions due to the amount of plumbing in such a small space.

A prefabricated sunroom addition cost ranges from $5,000 to $30,000 with most homeowners spending around $168 to $232 per square foot on average for materials, slab, and professional assembly. Smaller sunrooms in high wind or snow load climates cost more than larger units built in mild climates.

Prices depend if it's a three-season or four-season sunroom, the size, and if it's custom built. Custom designed and engineered sunrooms cost between $300 and $400 per square foot. Most prefabricated sunroom kits are built offsite and then delivered to your home, but youll need to:

Adding a 4-season sunroom or solarium costs $180 to $250 per square foot or about $20 per square foot more than a three-season room. Costs vary with the wind load and snow load required. Choose from a four-season room, by adding a heating and cooling system to the three-season room, or a solarium, by enclosing the patio with a glass roof and panels.

Since sunrooms are mostly comprised of glass, they can be built to match the aesthetic of any home dcor. Save on your cost to build a sunroom addition by putting in a window AC unit and a plug-in heater rather than extending the HVAC ducting into the new sunroom.

The addition of a 400-square-foot family room costs between $34,400 and $83,200, or about $86 to $200 per square foot. The family room addition cost covers the new foundation and roofing, all outside walls with siding and insulation, and all electrical work (and plumbing is extra if a new bathroom comes with the family room). Heating and AC ductwork is installed and connected to the furnace. Flooring, windows, and lighting fixtures are all included in that price.

A kitchen addition costs between $25,100 to $43,400 on average, while an upscale kitchen can cost $100,000 or more. The lower price describes a standard 10x10 kitchen with fixtures that are low- to mid-range. The upper price encompasses higher-priced appliances and larger square footage. When you move into the area of gourmet kitchens, the increase in cost is mostly on high-end appliances, countertops, and fixtures.

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The cost to add a second story addition with multiple rooms on a 1,400-square-foot house costs $179,000 on average with prices as high as $350,000. Youre essentially building an entirly new house on top of your existing home without the cost of a foundation. All the plumbing will have to be brought up to the second floor, as well as the electrical wiring. Framing and drywall must be installed to create rooms, and all walls and ceilings painted.

Building a second story over a garage can cost even more if the garage is detached and the existing foundation isnt of a high enough quality to support a second floor.

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The cost to build a 2-car garage is about $23,900 or about $49 per square foot. The cost to add on a 1-car garage is about $10,800, while a 3-car garage can be added on to your home for between $28,200 to $42,700.

This basic garage addition cost includes no high-end customizations. Its merely a place to park your cars. Generally, the larger the square footage, the less it will cost, in the case of building a garage. The price depends on the cost of local materials and labor, and youll want to match the color and type of roofing and siding materials. A garage addition can recoup about 80% of the cost in relation to the homes increased equity.

Building an attached garage is cheaper, but if you want to construct a detached garage, expect to pay $3,000 to $5,000 more. Also, check with local building codes and HOA rules to make sure youre allowed to build a detached garage on your lot.

The average cost of an in-law suite addition is $90,000, with most spending between $78,000 and $135,000 for a 600750 square foot dwelling. An in-law suite includes one bedroom and one bathroom, a kitchenette, laundry room, living room, and perhaps some storage on the back porch. It is a good investment in the value of your home, and if your guests visit occasionally, it can be rented out per night. When it comes to selling your home, this is a great listing item.

At an average of $45 per square foot, a small front porch addition costs about $2,900 while a porch running the full width of your home ranges from $15,000 to $20,000. Adding a screened-in porch will cost between $18,000 and $24,000. The final price depends on the size and complexity of the porch. Any porch option you decide to go with will add curb appeal and have a good return of 30%60% on your investment.

Adding a modular addition to an existing home costs $90 per square foot before the additional cost of site prep, excavation, and a poured foundation. Modular addition pricing for adding a second floor to your home with a modular home (rather than a stick-built buildup) is about $98,000.

This is for a master bedroom suite and two other bedrooms with an open area to the house below. It is comparable to stick-built costs, but the length of time your home is under construction will be shorter since the modular is built offsite and shipped to you.

A kitchen bump-out addition costs $5,000 to $30,000. Bumping out two feet along one side of the kitchen is more cost-effective than adding on an entire room to get a bigger kitchen, although you can add up to 15 feet in a bump out if you add footings or more foundation.

If one side of your kitchen is ten feet long, bumping it out two feet will give you an extra twenty square feet without needing to add support posts (cantilevered). Two feet may not seem like much, but it is enough room to allow you to add an island or a breakfast nook, and you dont have to pay more for additional HVAC ducts or wiring. You also dont need to extend roofing, as most bump outs are roofed like a carportwith a flat-roofed section.

The cost of adding a mudroom to your home is about $7,500 to $25,000. Build a 50-square foot mudroom for about $7,500 or a 100-square foot mudroom with a bathroom and shower for about $15,000.

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The cost of a two-foot cantilever addition is about $17,000. A cantilever is a micro-addition bump-out that juts out from your house without the benefit of a foundation. Its a cost-effective way to add up to two feet of width to your room. A cantilever is achieved by sistering new joists to the old joists. The new joists will jut out from the edge of the house, giving you a foundation, of sorts, to build your bump out on. The length they jut out depends upon the depth of the joist.

This formula allows for the safe execution of the bump out, being sure it will support itself and any humans who might sit in that spot. Check your local building codes for the proper formula for your area.

The cost of adding an outdoor balcony is $15 to $35 per square foot for wood or $3,600 for a small steel balcony. Posts must be anchored securely. Its an economical way to increase your living space without having to build a foundation or a roof, and a lovely way to enjoy the sunset or the breeze during hot summer days.

On average, it costs $2,000 to $7,000 for a small dormer and about $25,000 for a large one. Add more light, ventilation, space, views, and a possible emergency exit. Add in when your roof is replaced to save on costs. The steeper your existing roof, the lower the price of the dormer.

Adding a conservatory costs $665 to $1,210 per square foot. Usually used as a sunroom or greenhouse and built with a wood or aluminum frame, its a four-season room with roofing, wiring, foam sealing, double-paned windows, HVAC, fireproofing, and a protective coating. It will cost more to install if you live in a high-wind or snow-load climate.

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Many factors can increase the price of any home remodeling project by thousands of dollars. For example, the need for a new plumbing system, pouring a reinforced concrete slab, or landscaping around the new addition will add to your final cost.

The following construction costs to expand your house are based on adding a 278-square-foot bedroom or bathroom to your home.

Many people assume that it might be cheaper to build up to avoid laying a new foundation. Building up can cost a little less at $100 to $150 per square foot, but not always. Foundations are built to withstand a specific load, and building another story may require beefing up the foundation as well as the existing walls.

Each permit to build an addition will cost $100 to $300. Permits ensure that your addition will not go over the allowed impervious cover percentage on your lot, and inspections ensure the drainage around your home is functional, electrical and plumbing work is done to code, and you dont break any rules on the height of your house and fence.

When it comes to dealing with getting permits for a house addition, having a contractor is a godsend. Some permit approval has been known to hold things up by up to six or even twelve months, whereas a contractor can get the job done faster.

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Creating home addition plans is a major project and as such, will require the use of a general contractorunless you are experienced in all phases of construction and like to have a weekend project that will last for months.

A good general contractor will know which permits to obtain, and they will have subcontractors ready to work on the various parts of your addition. Things like electrical work, plumbing, and HVAC will need to be subcontracted. They may even subcontract the painting, roof, and concrete foundation work. A contractor will also be able to give input on your home addition ideas.

Home addition plans, blueprints, and architectural services can cost $1,000 to $3,000. Youll need to have a plan, so everyone on the building crew knows what their job entails.

Hiring an architect is the best idea to be sure the addition flows seamlessly into your existing home. While no building code says an architect must be hired, its good to hire one at the beginning of the project. An architect is trained in design and engineering.

Architects know how to solve problems with the design, flow, integration, the complication of roof lines, and making your existing home look like the addition has been there all along. If your architect isnt good, your contractor will charge more because of the shoddy work and communication. A good architect, on the other hand, can help increase your homes value with their designs.

The majority of additions add value and offer a 50% return on investment. Some types of home renovations will have a better return on investment than others. Generally,

Your home should still fit into the context of the neighborhood. If you live in an area with all one-story homes, adding a second floor to your home may not realize a good return. If you decide to sell your home, you need to keep the comparable prices of the surrounding area in mind. No matter how nice the addition to your home is, if its priced far above similar homes, you wont see as great of a return on investment.

Some things we do to our homes are just for us, with no thought for resale value, and thats okayour homes should be exactly the way we want them.

Before you begin any home addition, you must have a good understanding with your general contractor. Everything should be put down in writing with detailed line-by-line costs, and both parties should fully agree to the terms.

Its a normal thing to put a down-payment on a construction project and then to make payments along the way. Your contract with your general contractor will spell out when those payments are due, such as after framing is completed or three months into the project.

Keep in mind that unexpected costs will come up. Its impossible to know whats behind the walls or under the floor until those spaces are opened up and exposed to the light of day. There should be a contingency amount of money built into your contract, but even that could be exceeded.

There are many ways to save money on a home addition project. Even if youre not a handy, DIY kind of person, you can do things like preparing the site, clean up, haul away, or deliver to save on remodeling costs.

You can also save money by doing finish work like painting or sanding baseboards.

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You always want to hire the best contractors you can afford. This is your home they are working on, and you want it to be safe and right. Some things to keep in mind when hiring a contractor are,

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OverviewA simple foundation

Theres no need to pour concrete. Get off the ground with a simple treated-wood foundation. Build it just like a deck platform.

Walls and roof finish the addition and make it look like its always been part of the house.

Is a packed garage keeping you from buying your dream motorcycle? Or maybe you just need a little more space for lawn equipment, bikes or your woodworking tools. A bump-out addition may be the solution to your overcrowded garage. And in this article well show you how to build one. If you have basic carpentry skills and experience building a deck, shed or other structure, then you can build this garage addition. In this article, well focus on the tough parts of the project, like installing the beam and building the roof. Study Figures A C for construction details. A Materials List is available for download using the button above.

Start with a traditional pressure-treated deck, then add the walls and roof.

In addition to a basic set of carpentry tools, youll need a hammer drill to bore holes for the concrete anchors, and ladders or rented scaffolding to finish the roofing and other exterior details. While not essential, a reciprocating saw will simplify the wall tear-out.

We spent roughly $2,000 for materials for this 5 x 12-ft. garage addition. Your costs will vary depending on the type of siding, roofing and windows you choose.

With a helper, plan to spend about half a day installing the beam and a long weekend framing the addition. Then plan to spend another weekend finishing the exterior. The time it takes to complete the project will depend on whether you finish the inside as we did. Keep in mind that you can hire a siding, roofing or drywall contractor to complete parts of the project youre not comfortable with.

This addition is large enough to accommodate a garden tractor, a large motorcycle, or a workbench and a table saw. If youd prefer a larger size, contact an architect or structural engineer to specify the size of the header, floor joists and rafters.

Garage additions usually require a building permit. Contact your local building department to see whats needed. Make sure to call 811 a few days before you dig the footing holes to have underground utilities located and marked.

Frame the sides of the opening and install the new header. Then support the header with double trimmers on each end.

Set the new header on the cut-off studs, then force it up tight to the plate with shims before installing the new trimmer studs.

Before removing a section of the garage wall, youll have to add a header to support the weight of the roof above it. The gable end of this truss-framed garage roof doesnt support much weight, so we were able to add the double 210 header and remove the wall section without adding temporary supports. Gable end walls that support a second floor or ridge beam will require a larger header and temporary support. If you have a second floor above the garage or arent sure how the roof is framed, contact an architect or engineer to calculate the header size.

Start by locating the center of your addition and marking the size of the opening on the bottom plate of the wall. We centered the bump-out on the garage wall, but this isnt necessary. Remember to make the opening 7 in. narrower than the width of the addition. Next make marks 3 in. beyond the opening marks on each side to locate the inside edge of the king studs. Cut king studs and nail them to the top and bottom plates. For a 12-ft.-wide addition, the distance between the king studs should be 11 ft. 11 in. Cut the 210 headers to this length and nail them together with 10d nails. Nail a 24 to the bottom of the 2x10s to complete the header (Figure B).

Cut out the top section of the wall studs with a reciprocating saw to make a path for the new header. Saw the studs 11-1/2 in. down from the top plate and knock out the short stud sections with a hammer. Then cut off the nails with a nail nipper or reciprocating saw. You may also have to cut off a few sheathing and siding nails so they dont interfere with the header. After nailing in the king studs (Photo 1), set the header in place on the cutoff studs. Wedge the header tight to the top plate by driving shims between the cutoff studs and the header at each end. Cut a pair of trimmer studs for each end of the header and nail them in place with 16d nails (Photo 1).

Knock out the wall to create the new opening. First cut the sheathing and bottom plate along the framed opening. Then cut the wall into sections and push them out.

If you have vinyl, aluminum or steel siding, its probably easier to remove it from the entire garage wall and reinstall it after the addition is built. We cut the wood siding 2-1/2 in. beyond the width of the addition to allow for 1/2-in. wall sheathing and 2-in. inside corner boards. Pry off the siding and remove the wall (Photo 2).

In many garages, the walls rest on a block or concrete curb that has to be removed to create a continuous floor. We used an angle grinder fitted with a diamond blade to score the concrete block flush to the cutoff bottom plate on both sides of the opening. Then we broke out the concrete blocks between the trimmers with a sledgehammer. If you have a solid concrete curb, removing it will be a tougher job. Consider renting a concrete saw to score the entire length of the opening before breaking it out. Photo 6 shows how to patch the concrete after the plywood floor of the addition is in place.

Attach the ledger board to the garage foundation with concrete sleeve anchors. Temporarily support the ledger with wood stakes while you drill holes for the anchors.

Use a sleeve anchor or other heavy-duty anchor to hold the ledger.

Mark the posts level with the bottom of the ledger and cut them off. Put the cutoff posts back in the holes, but dont fill around them until youve built and squared the floor frame.

Start the floor frame by toenailing the joists to the ledger and nailing through the first rim joist into the floor joists. Then install the second rim joist and nail on the joist hangers. Square the frame and nail the two layers of plywood to the joists.

Fill the gap between the garage floor and the plywood bump-out floor with concrete. Drag a scrap of 24 over the concrete to level it. Then trowel it smooth when it begins to harden.

Start building the platform by bolting the ledger to the garage. Position the top edge of the ledger 1-1/2 in. below the garage floor in the center of the opening and level it, using temporary stakes for support. Attach it with 1/2-in. concrete sleeve anchors located 12 in. apart. Add two extra anchors at each end.

Next locate and mark the center of the footings (Figure A). Dig the footing holes and pour 8-in.-thick concrete pads into the bottom of each. After the concrete hardens, set treated 44 posts into the footing holes. At this point, youll know whether you need to remove soil in the area under the bump-out to make room for the joists. Make sure there are at least a few inches of clearance between the bottom of the joists and the ground.

The next step is to cut the posts to the correct length and build the platform. Use a level resting on a straight board to mark each post level with the bottom of the ledger board (Photo 4). Cut the posts at the marks and set them back into the holes. Complete the floor frame by cutting and assembling the floor joists and attaching the frame to the posts with metal post caps (Figure A). Finally, pack dirt around the posts and nail one layer of treated plywood and a second layer of BC plywood to the floor framing. If the surrounding soil is above the bottom of the joists, build a three-sided 26 dam and pack the soil against it. Dont attach the 2x6s to the joists. The goal is to prevent dirt from getting under the joists while allowing the 2x6s to move with the soil.

Build the walls on a flat surface like the garage floor. Stand them up on the bump-out floor and nail them to the floor and to the garage wall. Plumb and brace the front wall before installing the sheathing.

Build the walls on a flat surface like the garage floor. Start by cutting the top and bottom plates for the long wall and marking the stud locations on them. Use Figure A as a guide. Lay out the window opening to match the rough-opening dimensions provided by your window supplier. Assemble the wall by nailing the studs to the plates with 16d nails. Stand the wall on the platform, straighten the bottom plate and nail it to the rim joist. Plumb and brace the outside corners. Now measure from the new front wall to the existing garage wall at the top and bottom on each side and cut the plates for the short walls accordingly. If the existing garage wall isnt plumb, this procedure will ensure that the short walls will fit correctly.

Build the two short walls and set them in place on the platform. First position the walls and nail through the bottom plate into the floor with 16d nails. With a level, plumb the stud thats against the garage wall before nailing it to the wall. Align the corner studs on adjacent walls and nail them together. Finally, use a level to make sure the corner stud on the long wall is plumb and nail a diagonal brace to the inside of the wall (Photo 7). Complete the wall construction by adding the tie plates, making sure to cut them so they overlap the top plate at the corners.

Its easier to visualize and mark the roof rafter cuts if you mark them in place on the wall.

Make a rafter pattern by tacking a 26 to the garage wall, parallel to the garage roof, and drawing lines on it to indicate the center of the bump-out, the overhang distance and the birds-mouth cut. Use the pattern to mark and cut the rafters.

Tack a pair of rafters to the garage wall as a guide for cutting the siding. Place a 24 spacer between the top ends of the rafters to simulate the ridge. Remove the rafters and pry off the siding.

Temporarily support the ridge while you nail the rafters to it. Nail through the ridge into the rafters and toenail the rafters to the tie plate. Then reinforce the connection between the rafters and the tie plate with metal hurricane ties.

Complete the roof frame and fill in the gable end rafters. Then nail plywood over the roof frame.

For the best appearance, match the slopes of the addition and garage roofs. In Photo 8, we show a simple method of marking a 26 to use as a guide for making a pattern rafter. Figure C shows how to modify the marks to create a pattern rafter. Use the pattern to mark the remaining rafters. Photo 9 shows how to cut the siding using the rafters as a saw guide. We added a 3/8-in. shim under the rafters to allow a 1-3/4-in. gap between the roof framing and the siding cut (Photo 9). This provided enough room for 1/2-in. sheathing, two layers of dimensional shingles and a 3/4-in. space for the step flashing to slide into. Adjust the cut in your siding to correspond to the thickness of your roofing and sheathing material. Set the saw just deep enough to cut through the siding. When youre done cutting both sides, remove the rafters and pry off the siding in the area of the new roof.

Frame the roof using Figure A and Photos 10 and 11 as a guide. Nail through the ridge into the rafters and toenail the birds-mouth to the tie plate. Reinforce the connection between the rafters and the tie plate with metal hurricane ties. Then complete the roof frame by adding the 26 subfascia and building the side and end overhangs. Match the overhangs to the overhangs on the garage. When youre done with the roof frame, cut 1/2-in. sheathing to fit and nail it to the rafters.

Install the windows according to the manufacturers instructions. Layer self-adhesive flashing over the nailing fins as shown, making sure each layer overlaps the one below and that the final assembly will shed water over the top of the building paper below the window.

Shingle the roof. Install building paper and shingles according to local codes and the instructions on the shingle package. Slide galvanized metal step flashing under the siding and position it over the end shingle in each course.

At this point in the project, your garage addition will probably vary considerably from what we show here. In general, youll start by finishing the trim on the overhangs, including the soffit and fascia, with wood or metal to match your garage. Then install the roof shingles according to the manufacturers instructions. The key to a leak-proof roof is proper step flashing (Photo 13). We slid the flashing under the siding. But if youve removed the siding entirely, then simply install the step flashing with the shingles. Then install the siding over the flashing.

Install the window before the siding, being careful to flash around it with building paper or special self-adhesive window- flashing tape according to the manufacturers instructions (Photo 12). Finally, install siding to match your garage.

On the inside we added a few outlets and recessed ceiling lights. Then we insulated the walls and ceiling before hanging and taping the drywall.

Have the necessary tools for this DIY project lined up before you startyoull save time and frustration.

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Central Control Panel

Most home security companies provide a control panel that serves as thebrains of the operation. It controls your entire security system from one centrallocation, typically mounted on the wall

A high-decibel alarm will alert you to any threats as soon as they occur.These alarms are also meant to scare off intruders.

See who's at the door, whether you're home or away. Some companies offer2-way talk for their cameras. Live footage can typically be viewed through theprovider's mobile app.

See what's happening outside and around your home. Many cameras now offernight vision and a weatherproof design. You can watch the footage through the provider'smobile app.

Keep an eye on the kids, pets, and any unexpected activity while you'reaway. These cameras are typically motion activated and can be monitored via mobileapp.

Lock or unlock your doors no matter where you are in the world. Smart lockswill automatically lock your door after a preset time, so you'll never have to wonder ifyou remembered to lock the doors

If an intruder tries to enter your home through a window or door, you andthe monitoring center will know about it immediately with these sensors.

These carbon monoxide detectors are designed to alert you of unsafe levelsof toxic chemicals so you can get your family out safely.

These detectors will be alerted to any fire or smoke dangers. The monitoringcompany will contact the fire department for immediate assistance without lifting afinger.

This sensor will alert you to excessive levels of water in the home, whichis ideal for neighborhoods that deal with lots of rain or hurricanes.

You'll be alerted if the home is reaching freezing temperatures, which cancause frozen pipes and other problems.

The alarm will sound if any motion is detected while the home is armed.Many companies have pet immune motion detectors, so you won't have to deal with annoyingfalse alarms.

If someone breaks a window in your home, you'll be alerted immediately towhich window was broken so that you can take the appropriate action.

Place this sensor on your garage or shed to be alerted of an intruderentering through one of these points. It's also great for those who forget to close thegarage..

If you or a loved one has fallen and can't reach the phone or control panelto call for help, all you have to do is hit the panic button on this pendant.

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Are you planning to remodel or upgrade your kitchen this year? We simply love everything to do with kitchen design, remodeling, complete renovations, minor improvements, upgrades, kitchen decorations and decor (not the same thing by the way), etc. Thats what this website is about. We just want to share our knowledge and experience with homeowners who are interested in such information for their own projects. You can find more information on our About page.

We want to make the process and experience of renovating your kitchen a practical one. For instance how to open up your kitchen into the living room space? Or the best way to add some beautiful lights to your kitchen? Or for instance the most popular kitchen remodel trends in 2019?

We want to cover it all! So we invite you to visit us often for new inspiration.

For now we are a team of three. We all have an extensive background and hands-on experience in the home improvement area. Weve all worked in the kitchen & bathroom design space, including remodeling, cabinetry, flooring, countertop manufacturing, and yes, even sales!

We also know and connect with a lot of different experts in this industry, both locally here in Washington DC (by the way we have some beautiful places to visit here and fun family things to do) as well as other places around the world. Im still amazed at how large the kitchen remodeling and design industry is!

Our objective here is to cover and share all kinds of topics around kitchen design. We plan to invite a lot of those experts we know to also share their thoughts and top tips with our readers.

We have a lot of useful, practical and insightful information and experiences weve collected over the years and we hope they can help others carry out successful kitchen remodeling or renovation projects at home. I personally have a lot of experience with design software such as AutoCad, SketchUp, and 20/20. Ill enjoy sharing tips on those in the future as well!

Our goal here is to share ideas, tips, give you inspiration, help you plan kitchen projects and much more, so be sure to regularly visit our kitchen design and remodeling blog. Aside from our personal industry experience, we also collect and share experiences from other kitchen designers, relevant service providers, and other experts from around the world as mentioned above.

Remodeling kitchens is one of the most common projects for homeowners around the world. Most likely due to the amount of time we all tend to spend there, right? There is a lot of planning, researching and creative-thinking that must take place. We want to be part of that journey with you.

Have questions for us or want to share your experiences with kitchen renovations? Awesome! Wed love to hear about them.

I bet you love looking at kitchen photos that help you define your own space. We do too! So one of the things we want to do, depending on time of course, is to comb the internet for great kitchen designs and bring them to you. Check out our blog.

Lastly, we want to thank you for stopping by. Creating a blog about a topic that you are passionate about yet so competitive, is not easy, and requires each of us to pull their own weight. So if you landed here, awesome! We hope you stick around and continue to visit us from time to time (wink!). Also if you see a popup around here, consider subscribing to our email list where we send you updates on trends and new articles.

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Your kitchen is the heart of your home. It is more than a place to cook and eat meals, its where you gather with family and friends.

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