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  • Is an Attic Bedroom Right For Your Home?

    Many homeowners, in the quest to find more room for their family, turn to the otherwise ignored attic. It’s not a bad idea as the space is already available, can be insulated easily and makes for a private yet accessible bedroom. Here are a few things to know when considering an attic bedroom renovation.

    Attic Bedroom
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    attic bedroom
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    Pay Attention to Building Codes – Getting a permit may seem unnecessary since you are not building outside the walls of your present home but, no matter how simple, there is always electrical wiring that should be inspected and it is short-sighted to skip this process.  Ultimately, when you go to sell your house, you’ll be unable to list the extra bedroom without the proper permits and certificate of occupancy, and today’s demanding buyer will insist on having the proper paperwork in place.

    attic bedroom
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    Understand Access – Similarly, you cannot just install a simple stairs without the proper dimensions and call it an accessway. Beforehand, consult an architect or building engineer so that you do not install a substandard stairway which will then not be approved by the town.  Also, keep in mind that furniture will need to get up the stairs so don’t make it too narrow.

    Attic Playroom
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    Don’t Ignore the Utilities – In the short term, it’s certainly cost effective to avoid a placing a bathroom on the third floor but you will pay in the long term.  Your home will also be more attractive to a buyer when the third floor bedroom has its own bathroom.

    For more ideas on attic bedrooms and other home renovation projects, please contact us at Country Club Homes. Find us online at CountryClubHomesInc.com or reach us directly at 203-762-0550.

  • Being Prepared: Are Your Home and Family Ready for a Super Storm?

    Summer brings with it long days, vacations, ice cream cones… and storms.  Summer thunderstorms are common this time of year, and most of them are nothing to worry about.  However, summer is also hurricane season and, as we learned last year, the northeastern coast is not immune to the damaging effects of these super storms….

  • Remodeling Ideas That’ll Make Your Home Feel Bigger

    Gaining more living space in your home is not always about increasing the actual square-footage. Often times, remodeling a room so that it can serve double duty can effectively make your home seem a lot bigger and more functional. Here are some suggestions for remodeling your home to appear larger without actually adding on to…

  • The Benefits of a New Custom Home vs an Existing Home

    When searching for a new home, one of the earliest questions you need to answer is whether you want to buy an existing home or build a custom home.  Both have their benefits, but in many cases the benefits of custom building outweigh those of buying an existing home. When you search for existing homes,…

  • Has Marble in the Home Lost Its Luster?

    The use of marble in the home is a centuries old tradition. It’s beauty in the kitchen, bathroom and as floors or walls cannot be denied. But times do change. Once a sign of affluence, the allure of this natural stone has decreased dramatically as it has found its way into a high percentage of…