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Expanding instead of moving
SERVICE
Expanding instead of moving
Home extension
You need more space. Perhaps you’re dreaming of a larger common area to gather family and friends, or a more spacious basement to maximize storage, create a games room, or even a multifunctional area. For others, the desire is to expand private spaces, such as adding a spacious master suite offering a haven of peace and privacy.
Whether for a single level or all three floors, an addition is the solution for adapting your home to your changing needs and lifestyle, without having to move. It’s an investment in your daily comfort and well-being.
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Home Addition: More Than Space, a New Lifestyle
Custom solutions are developed to blend harmoniously with your home’s existing architecture while answering your household’s precise functional needs.
Versatile Extension Options
Guiding you through second-story additions, rear expansions, or lateral extensions tailored to your lot configuration.
Light & Spatial Flow
Maximizing natural daylight harvesting and room circulation to elevate everyday comfort and well-being.
Permits & Technical Management
Handling all administrative and technical details, from preliminary design drawings to municipal permit acquisition.
Overall Home Appreciation
Delivering an addition project that goes beyond adding square footage to genuinely transform and value your entire property.
Espé
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Home Addition: An Integrated Team for a Hassle-Free Success
A major home expansion requires expertise and trust. Client needs are thoroughly evaluated to deliver complete peace of mind throughout every stage.
General Contracting Since 2002
Leveraging deep knowledge of Montreal building methods and renovation nuances to anticipate and navigate structural challenges.
In-House Design Specialists
Integrating designers within the core team provides a single point of contact, streamlining the entire project experience.
Translating Vision into Plans
Converting design concepts into concrete, feasible architectural plans executed with complete transparency.
Seamless Integrated Service
Unifying all essential trades and design expertise to ensure fluid coordination and project success.
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Do you have questions? That’s normal. We answer them here.
How do I know what type and size of extension is allowed on my property?
To determine the expansion options available on your property, you should consult your municipality’s planning regulations. These regulations set out rules regarding zoning, maximum height, distances to be respected from the property boundaries (setbacks), as well as the percentage of the property area that the building can occupy (land use coefficient). Espé can help you interpret these regulations and design a project that complies with all applicable standards.
How do I make sure the new space matches the style of my current home?
You can choose to harmonize the extension with the existing architectural style by using similar cladding materials, windows, and roof elements. Alternatively, a bold, modern design can be chosen to create an intentional aesthetic contrast, but it must always blend harmoniously with the surroundings.
When expanding, how can you ensure a proper connection between the old and new structures?
Special attention must be paid to the junction to avoid thermal bridges. A thermal bridge is an area of the envelope where the insulation is discontinuous, which can cause cold spots, increased energy bills, or even condensation and, therefore, the risk of mold. To prevent this problem, it is often necessary to remove part of the existing exterior cladding. This allows the new structure to be properly anchored and ensures continuity of insulation and airtightness. At Espé, we place the utmost importance on these details to guarantee the quality and energy efficiency of each project.
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