Additions
Benefits & Uses of a Steel Moment Frame
Steel is common in commercial construction, but did you know it can help strengthen your home, too? Although not frequently used in new home construction, a steel moment frame can be a great way to retrofit or reinforce your home’s structure during a renovation project. At Lamont Bros. Design & Construction, our team regularly does…
Read MoreHow Much Does a Home Addition Cost in Portland?
As a homeowner in the Portland area, you’re beginning to outgrow your home. For one reason or another, there isn’t enough space to live life the way you want to, and you find yourself needing more. However, rather than move to a larger house while house prices and interest rates are on the rise, you…
Read MoreWhat is the best size for a home addition?
If you’re considering a home addition to increase your living space, it’s important to get it right. You don’t want to overspend on space you don’t need, but you also want to make sure the addition is worth your time and money. Determining the best size for your home addition can be a challenge, but…
Read MoreHow long does it take to build a home addition?
Adding on to your home is a major time commitment. But it’s also exciting to watch as the structure takes shape and comes together. If you’re considering a home addition, understanding how long the build will take is an important part of the planning process. Here at Lamont Bros., our team of design and construction…
Read MoreShould I build my addition up or out?
You know your home needs more space, you just aren’t sure where to put it. Home additions are large-scale, time-consuming, and expensive renovation projects. That’s why when you do it, you want to make sure to do it correctly. One of the first things to decide when planning a home addition is whether to build…
Read MoreCan I add a second story to an old home?
You love the character and charm of your older home, but find yourself needing more space. For one reason or another, you don’t have the option of expanding the ground floor level. Instead, you hope to build a second-story addition. But given its age, it seems like this old home already has enough trouble holding…
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