Ripping the roof off your house and adding a second story addition on top may sound like a drastic means of gaining space, but there are various situations in which a total home makeover makes sense.

Home additions are time-intensive and pricey, easily hitting six figures. Zoning and local regulations will impact the scope of your project. Request quotes from multiple contractors to determine the ...

Home additions are time intensive and pricey, easily hitting six figures. Zoning and local regulations will impact the scope of your project. Quotes from multiple contractors are a must to determine ...

Q. I am building an addition on my home and realize I must connect the new foundation with the existing one. What is the best way to do this? Is there a way to waterproof the connection? Will this ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Lowe Larretta is former lead editor for Forbes Home, covering all things ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...