Home additions in Ottawa
An addition has to work with the house you already have. The foundation, the roofline, the heating and the way people move through the rooms all carry over. We plan the new space and the connection to the old one together.
Most additions need drawings, engineering and a building permit before a shovel goes in. North & Noble helps you line those up and tells you early what each one involves.
What is included
Every project is scoped in writing. This is the kind of work this service covers.
- Rear, side and second-storey additions
- Foundations, framing and roofing
- Windows, doors and exterior finishes that match the house
- Heating and cooling extended or upgraded
- Structural openings between old and new
- Interior finishes through to paint
- Permit drawings and coordination with your designer
Who is on the crew
A typical home addition calls in these trades, in this order. Yours may need more or fewer. Liam confirms the crew in the written scope.
| Trade | Plan | Demo | Rough-in | Close-in | Finish |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Designer and engineer | Plan | ||||
| Excavation and foundation | Demo | ||||
| Framer | Rough-in | ||||
| Roofer | Rough-in | ||||
| Windows and doors | Rough-in | ||||
| Electrician | Rough-in | Finish | |||
| Plumber | Rough-in | Finish | |||
| HVAC | Rough-in | Finish | |||
| Insulation and drywall | Close-in | ||||
| Siding or masonry | Close-in | ||||
| Flooring and paint | Finish |
Good to know
Do I need an architect?
It depends on the project. A designer or engineer is usually involved. We work with yours or help you find one.
How long does an addition take?
It depends on size, permits and the season. We give you a schedule with the written scope.
Planning a home addition?
Book a site visit. Liam will look at the space with you and tell you plainly what the project involves.