Seattle Second Story Addition Specialists : Motionspace …

A second story addition is a complex project often requiring structural upgrades to the existing house below. New mechanical, plumbing, and electrical service will need to extend to the new space.

SECOND STORY ADDITION TIPS

To be less disruptive to the existing house, the existing ceiling and ceiling joists are often left in place, and a new floor structure is added on top of this. This allows for electrical lines, recessed can lights, and other elements to remain in the ceiling below the new addition. However, it also results in a very thick floor assembly. This can mean additional stairs may be necessary to reach the top floor (which take up more room) and on the exterior, special attention needs to be paid to the resulting proportions, so the house doesn't look too top heavy.

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