How Do You Build An Extension On A House?
Building an extension on a house not only will add to your living space but also will add value to your home. You can use the extension for any extra room in the house. Tackling this project yourself will give you a sense of accomplishment and save you a lot of money. Measure the width, length and height of the room you want to add. Then figure out how many 4-by-4 posts you are going to need for the platform. For example, every 3 feet you should need a 4-by-4. If the platform is 6 feet long, you will need two 4-by-4 posts. Using the post-hole digger, dig out the holes for the 4-by-4 and make sure they are at least 24 inches deep. Measure the 4-by-4s from the bottom of the hole to the platform of the new addition. Set the 4-by-4s in the ground and make sure they are square by using the level. Put in the concrete and let it set overnight. Attach one 2-by-8 board horizontally to the existing house with lag bolts and make sure it is level. Attach this with the nails. Measure the length and
