Room Additions and Bump-Outs in Nashville and Middle Tennessee
Framing & Structure

Room Additions and Bump-Outs

More space that looks like it was always part of the house, from a small bump-out to a full second-story addition.

An addition succeeds when you cannot tell where the old house ends. Rooflines meet cleanly, siding and trim line up and floors sit at the same level. Getting there takes careful planning at the tie-in, where new framing meets the old, and good finish carpentry to blend the two.

We plan the structure with your designer or engineer, protect the existing home during construction, frame the foundation walls or floor, walls and roof and tie it into the existing structure. Then we finish the exterior trim and interior casing and baseboard so the new rooms match the old ones.

Tie-ins done properly

The connection to the existing house is the hardest part. We open only what we need, verify what is behind the walls and make clean, weathertight joints at the roof, the walls and the floor.

Matching what is already there

Siding profile, trim width, window style and ceiling height all affect how well an addition blends. We study the house and match the details.

Living at home during the build

We protect floors, seal dust barriers and keep access clear, so the project is as comfortable as possible for the family living there.

Planning for the finish

Matching floors, trim and paint takes planning. We coordinate with flooring and paint trades so the new room blends with the old one at the doorway and in the light.

What is included

  • Site visit and plan review
  • Protection and demolition at the tie-in
  • Foundation or floor framing
  • Wall and roof framing
  • Sheathing, weather barrier and roof tie-in
  • Exterior and interior finish carpentry
Before and after

See the transformation.

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After: a house exterior corner with new painted window trim and siding boards, clean and repairedBefore: a house exterior corner with rotted, peeling window trim and damaged siding boardsBeforeAfter
Rotted trim and siding repaired. From rotted, peeling window trim and damaged siding boards to new painted window trim and siding boards, clean and repaired.
Why it works

What you get with Additions and Bump-Outs

Seamless blending

Rooflines, siding and trim matched to the house.

Engineered framing

Floor, wall and roof framing built to plan.

Weathertight tie-ins

Careful flashing and sealing where old meets new.

Finish carpentry included

Casing, base and trim to match.

Dust and floor protection

The home stays livable.

Inspection support

Prepared for every inspection.

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Wall Framing Stud and Plate Estimator

Enter the wall length and height, the openings and the spacing and see studs, plates and sheathing to plan for.

How it works

Our process, start to finish.

  1. 01

    Consult and measure

    We listen, walk the space and measure carefully, then talk through ideas, budget and timing.

  2. 02

    Design and quote

    We sketch or draw the work, choose materials and give you a written scope and price.

  3. 03

    Materials and permits

    We order lumber, hardware and finishes and handle permits when the job needs them.

  4. 04

    Build and install

    Framing, trim, cabinets or decks go in with careful cuts and clean, protected work areas.

  5. 05

    Finish and detail

    Filling, sanding, caulking and finishing give every joint and line a crisp final look.

  6. 06

    Walk through and enjoy

    We walk the finished work with you, adjust anything that needs it and leave the site clean.

Questions

Additions and Bump-Outs FAQ

Do I need an architect for an addition?

Often you need drawings. We work with your designer or engineer, and we can recommend people if you need them.

How do you match old siding and trim?

We measure the profiles, find matching or closely matching stock and mill custom pieces where needed.

Can you add a second story?

Sometimes. The existing structure and foundation must support it, and an engineer reviews it first.

How long does an addition take?

It depends on size and complexity. We give a schedule after we review the plans.

Will the addition match my floors?

We plan the transition and can feather new and existing floors together, or use a threshold that looks intentional.

Next step

Get your free Additions and Bump-Outs estimate.

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