Union homes and adding space upstairs
Union Township has one of the largest stocks of 1930s through 1950s Capes and colonials in the county. Many are on their original layout, which makes them ideal for dormers, finished basements, and bathroom updates that bring them up to how families live now.
Union is Cape Cod country
Union has a large stock of 1940s and 1950s Capes, built for a young family and now too small for most. A rear shed dormer is the most cost-effective way to add bedrooms and a bathroom here without giving up the yard.
Colonials with walk-up attics
Many Union colonials have a walk-up attic with a real staircase. With a dormer or two for headroom and egress, that attic can become a bedroom, office, or playroom.
Older framing needs an engineer's eye
Pre-war Union homes were framed for loads of their day. We have an engineer confirm the rafters, ceiling joists, and foundation before designing any new space upstairs.
Union pricing
A finished rear shed dormer in Union typically runs $90,000 to $150,000 with an upstairs bathroom. Gable dormers run $15,000 to $30,000 each.
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Permits in Union
Dormers in Union need stamped drawings and a building permit from the Union construction office, and some projects also need a zoning review for height or bulk. DMF coordinates the architect and engineer, files everything, and represents the project at a zoning board hearing if one is needed.
How a Union project runs
- Site visitWe measure upstairs, check framing, stairs, and zoning.
- Concept & priceA sketch of what's possible and a written price range.
- Design & permitsArchitect, engineer, zoning check, and building permit.
- BuildRoof off and dried in within days; finished in 10–16 weeks.
- FinalInspections, certificate of approval, walkthrough.
What neighbors say
“Any changes made along the way were easily dealt with and tended to right away.”
“The projects went pretty smooth, they are very honest and fair, punctual which most important now a days.”