Answer 7 quick questions. Get your score + cost range in under 2 minutes.
Step 1 of 7Home age
Question 1 of 7
How old is your home?
Question 2 of 7
What type of foundation does your home have?
Question 3 of 7
What type of roof does your home have?
Question 4 of 7
How many stories does your home currently have?
Question 5 of 7
Does your neighborhood have an HOA with restrictions on additions?
Question 6 of 7
What's the approximate square footage of your home's first floor?
Question 7 of 7
What type of addition are you most interested in?
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Every home is unique — even if your score is below the candidate threshold, a structural engineer evaluation can reveal opportunities. Many homeowners with lower scores have successfully added second stories with the right approach.
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