Addition

Two-Story Home Addition

Added second floor with master suite, two bedrooms, and family bathroom to accommodate growing family in Ocoee, FL.

Location

Ocoee, FL

Completed

December 2023

Investment

$95,000

Size

800 sq ft

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Before & After

Before

After

Exterior Addition

Second story addition seamlessly integrated with existing home

Master Bedroom

Spacious master bedroom with vaulted ceilings

Master Bathroom

Luxurious master bathroom with walk-in shower

Guest Bedroom

Comfortable guest bedroom with built-in storage

Staircase

New staircase connecting first and second floors

Project Specifications

Detailed specifications, materials, and features used in this addition project.

Structure

Foundation:Reinforced Existing Foundation

Framing:2x10 Floor Joists, 2x6 Wall Studs

Roofing:Architectural Shingles to Match

Insulation:R-19 Walls, R-38 Ceiling

Exterior

Siding:Fiber Cement to Match Existing

Windows:Double-Hung Vinyl Windows

Trim:Composite Trim Boards

Paint:Exterior Acrylic Paint

Interior

Flooring:Luxury Vinyl Plank

Walls:Drywall with Texture

Trim:MDF Baseboards and Casings

Doors:6-Panel Interior Doors

Systems

HVAC:Extended Existing System

Electrical:New 200-Amp Panel

Plumbing:New Lines to Second Floor

Lighting:LED Recessed and Fixtures

Key Features

Master suite with walk-in closet

Two additional bedrooms

Full bathroom with tub/shower combo

Vaulted ceilings in master bedroom

Walk-in closets in all bedrooms

New staircase with oak handrail

Energy-efficient windows

Seamless exterior integration

Project Team

Project Manager

Robert Wilson

Lead Craftsman

James Patterson

Project Details

Duration

16 weeks

Investment

$95,000

Square Footage

800 sq ft

Completed

December 2023

Challenges & Solutions

Existing foundation required reinforcement

Added steel reinforcement to existing foundation

Matching exterior materials to existing home

Sourced matching siding and roofing materials

Extending HVAC system to second floor efficiently

Installed high-efficiency HVAC system with zoning

Project Timeline

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Design & Permits

Architectural plans and permit approval

3 weeks

Structural engineering assessment

Architectural drawings

Building permit application

HOA approval process

Foundation Work

Foundation reinforcement and preparation

1 week

Assess existing foundation

Add reinforcement as needed

Prepare for vertical construction

Install temporary supports

Framing

Second floor framing and roof structure

3 weeks

Install floor joists

Frame exterior walls

Install roof structure

Frame interior walls

Exterior Work

Roofing, siding, and window installation

2 weeks

Install roofing materials

Install windows and doors

Install siding to match existing

Complete exterior trim work

Systems Installation

Electrical, plumbing, and HVAC rough-in

2 weeks

Run electrical wiring

Install plumbing lines

Extend HVAC system

Install insulation

Interior Finishing

Drywall, flooring, and final finishes

4 weeks

Install and finish drywall

Install flooring throughout

Install interior doors and trim

Paint all surfaces

Final Details

Fixtures, cleanup, and final inspection

1 week

Install light fixtures

Install bathroom fixtures

Final cleanup

Building inspection and approval

Client Testimonial

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"Adding a second story to our home was a big decision, but Karhan Construction made the process smooth and stress-free. The new master suite is everything we dreamed of, and you can't tell where the original house ends and the addition begins."

Amanda & Mark Foster

Addition Project - Ocoee, FL

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