Growing families, parents moving in, a home office that isn't the dining table: an addition is often cheaper and less disruptive than moving, especially with today's mortgage rates. Done badly, it looks bolted on. Done well, it looks like the original plan.
We handle an addition start to finish: site review, drawings and engineering coordination, permits, foundation, framing, roofing, windows, siding, mechanical trades, drywall, trim and paint. Because we're also painters and finish carpenters, the last 10% gets the same care as the first 90%.
At a glance
- Typical timeline
- 6–16 weeks after permits
- Typical investment
- From $40,000 · suites $95,000–$170,000
- Permits
- Always required. We pull it and coordinate inspections.
- Contractor
- Z Construction & Remodeling LLC, Auburn, AL
- Service area
- Auburn, Opelika, Smiths Station and Lee County, AL
- Languages
- English and Spanish
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Try the cost estimatorWhat's included
- Feasibility walk and budget planning
- Drawings and engineering coordination
- Permits, inspections and HOA submittals
- Slab or crawlspace foundations
- Framing, roofing and tie-ins
- Windows, doors and siding matched to the house
- HVAC, electrical and plumbing coordination
- Insulation, drywall and trim
- Interior and exterior paint
- Final clean and walkthrough
Why homeowners pick us for this
It matches
We match shingles, siding profile, window grids, soffit depth and trim so the addition reads as part of the house.
One contract, start to finish
No juggling a framer, a roofer and a painter. We coordinate every trade and every inspection.
Straight talk on budget
We'll give you a planning range at the first visit, before you pay for drawings, so you don't design something you can't build.
What drives the price
Additions in Lee County generally start around $40,000 for a garage or sunroom, $55,000–$95,000 for a bedroom or bonus room, and $95,000–$170,000 for a primary or in-law suite with a full bath.
Size and plumbing
Square footage drives framing and roofing; adding a bathroom or kitchenette adds plumbing and fixtures.
Foundation and site
Sloped lots, crawlspaces vs. slabs, and access for equipment all affect cost.
Roof tie-in
Matching a complex roofline takes more framing and roofing than a simple shed or gable addition.
Mechanical capacity
Your existing HVAC and electrical panel may need upgrading to carry the new space.
No surprises. That's the whole process.
Four steps, clearly communicated, so you always know where your project stands.
Walkthrough
We come to the house, listen to what you want, measure, and talk honestly about what's possible and what it costs.
Written estimate
A clear scope, line-item pricing and a realistic timeline in writing. No vague "we'll see" numbers.
Build
Permits pulled, trades scheduled, site kept clean. You get updates as the work happens, not after.
Final walkthrough
We walk every inch with you, handle the punch list, and don't call it done until you do.
Guides for this project
Frequently asked questions
How long does a home addition take?
After permits are approved, most additions take 6 to 16 weeks on site depending on size, weather and inspections. Drawings and permitting typically add several weeks before that.
Do I need an architect?
Not always. Many single-story additions can be drawn by a residential designer and checked by an engineer where needed. We'll tell you what your project requires.
Will my HOA need to approve it?
In most Auburn and Opelika subdivisions, yes. We prepare the drawings, material and color selections your HOA's architectural committee asks for.
Is an addition worth it versus moving?
If you like your neighborhood and schools, an addition often costs less than the commissions, closing costs and higher rate of a new mortgage. We'll give you real numbers so you can compare.
Tell us about your project
Three quick questions. We reply within one business day, usually the same day.
Our promise, in writing
- A written scope and price before any work starts
- No surprise invoices: changes are agreed in writing first
- Licensed for residential work in Alabama and insured
- Clean site every day, and a walkthrough before we call it done
- A reply within one business day, in English or Spanish
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Tell us what you have in mind. We come out, take a look, and send a clear, written estimate. No pressure, no surprises.