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Closed outbuilding. An extension to the house - how to quickly and inexpensively make it from available materials. Extension to the house from the frame: the nuances of construction, design and photo examples

Sooner or later, every homeowner begins to think about expanding the living space. And here a lot of questions arise, the main one of which is how to do it? Nowadays, the range of materials on the construction markets is quite impressive, which means that there are plenty of options for how to increase housing. Today we will look at some of them. We will find out what an extension can be (projects and photo examples will help in this), and also try to understand how difficult such construction can be. It doesn't hurt to learn how to do this kind of work yourself.

On the Internet you can find various projects of extensions to the house. And before starting such construction, it is worth familiarizing yourself with them. This will allow you to adopt any solutions, and then add your own. Only then can you get a unique building that will not only be, but also increase your living space.

Many may say that such construction is too labor-intensive and almost impossible to do on their own, but this is a delusion. With the right approach and the study of all the nuances, this is not so difficult, although you will have to face some difficulties. But, as they say, the eyes are afraid, but the hands are doing. But as a reward, you can get not only a do-it-yourself extension to a wooden house, but also satisfaction from the work done. In addition, the funds saved on the remuneration of specialists will not be superfluous.

Consider various options outbuildings in in general terms, as well as examples of similar works done by ordinary home craftsmen without any experience.

Solutions for adding a veranda to a wooden house in photo examples

Such a building is quite relevant for summer residents who love to sit in the evenings over a cup of tea with family or friends. After all, it is much more pleasant to communicate in the open air than in a closed room. In addition, it is possible that the veranda will be thought out in such a way that it is possible to install. This will protect it from snow, as well as add warmth to the house itself.

Another plus of such a building is that for the winter period you can spend there. In this case, it can even be used as an additional room. But this is more suitable not for summer residents, but for owners in the private residential sector who live indoors for a whole year.

The material for such buildings is most often wood. Sometimes, if there is such an opportunity, it is made on those sides that do not adjoin the house. We offer you to see a few photos of wooden verandas attached to the house:

Looking at these photos wooden verandas attached to the house, it seems that they are built by professionals, but they are not. Today we will definitely consider how you can do this with your own hands.

Variants of terraces attached to the house - how do they differ from the veranda

You should start with what many confuse. But the differences here are fundamental. The fact is that the veranda is always attached to the house, but the terrace opposite is located and does not adjoin the house. In addition, terraces are often without a roof and walls. At their core, they are open. Hence the consequence - they are built more often from a more durable material that tolerates precipitation.

Of course, there are options for adding terraces to wooden ones, but this is rather an exception. At the same time, if we go back only a few decades ago, then at that time it was an open (without a roof) platform of natural or artificial origin that was considered a terrace.

Now many people confuse these two concepts, calling verandas adjacent to the house as terraces on stilts, but this is still not true historically. Although time does not stand still, a person is trying to make his life more comfortable. This is probably why they called the terrace a platform with a roof adjacent to the house. After all, it stands on stilts, while the veranda must have a foundation.

Here are some examples of terraces in photo illustrations:

How to attach a garage to the house and what is it for

Adding to the house is a very good solution. Indeed, in this case, in the cold season, there will be no need to go out into the cold to reach it. However, even here there are pitfalls. The garage needs an ideal one that will not allow carbon monoxide to enter the home. And the fact that the car will start in the garage for sure, no one doubts. Here are some photos of garages attached to the house:

Adding a garage to the house is not an easy task, but it is quite feasible. It is only necessary to understand how capital it will be. Do I need a foundation, what will be the floor and walls. Most often, the material for such buildings is a foam block. But many, as a garage attached to the house, use several racks of timber, on which they rely. Thus, although the car is not protected from snow and rain in the wind, the roof will save it from the sun.

Examples of residential extensions to a wooden house

Attach to a wooden house as a living space or - this is perhaps the most common type of all listed. This is not surprising, because not everyone has the opportunity to buy land, build a new large and spacious one. And the construction of an additional room is possible even in a relatively small area. But here the situation is a little more complicated than with the construction of a veranda or carport. Do not forget that the building should not only be capital, but also enough so that you can live in it comfortably.

Important! When erecting such an extension, it is necessary to carefully study the soil, calculate the foundation that can support the weight of the structure, and also draw up a detailed project. Do not forget that such a capital structure must be registered with the cadastral chamber. Otherwise, you can not only lose money on fines, but also receive a notification about the demolition of an illegal building.

And yet, extensions to the country house are a good solution. After all, no one bothers to collect all the necessary papers in time. And the extra living space has never bothered anyone. In addition, it does not require too much money.

Extension to a wooden house: projects, materials and photos of possible layouts

Making an extension to the house with your own hands, although difficult, is quite possible. But this will require some knowledge. The main thing that needs to be decided before undertaking such work is what material the structure will be made of. The material can be the following:

Boards on a frame made of timber. Such a building needs a minimal foundation;
Rounded timber or logs- such a building also does not require too strong a foundation. The fact is that its lower crown will already play the role of a support. In addition, such a structure will be warmer and more durable, but at the same time more expensive;
. Here you need a very strong foundation that can support the weight of the building. Otherwise, the extension will begin to collapse in a year or two, and may not even stand for 3 months. It all depends on the soil;
- it also requires a solid foundation, perhaps even stronger than for a foam block. As a result, such extensions are very expensive.

Important! Regardless of what material it was decided to build a residential extension in the country, it needs to be firmly fixed to the house itself. Otherwise, the building will not have the necessary strength. In this case, there is a risk of collapse, and this is already life-threatening.

Let's try to deal with each of these materials.

Extension to the house from the frame: the nuances of construction, design and photo examples

An extension to the house is convenient in that it requires the least cost and is easy to do with your own hands. Moreover, there is no need to work with a large number of people - two people are enough. But still, a foundation is needed.

It is also convenient to make a frame extension to the house due to the lack of the need to hire a designer who would calculate everything. This is another budget savings item. Of course, the extension will need to be insulated very high quality, but with a huge assortment on the shelves these days, this will be quite easy to do.

The most difficult stage in such construction will be the construction of the foundation. Well, it’s much easier to assemble the frame, fix it to the wall of the house and sheathe it. Today, there are easier ways. On sale there is a special material. These are oriented strand boards. Moreover, with their help, the so-called one is made at the factory, the two sides of which are OSB, and between them is a layer of foam. Such material is quite durable and strong, in addition, it has one more important advantage- It's a great heater. Thus, the home master can only assemble a solid frame and sheathe it with similar material.

In such cases, the exterior finish is also important, because the durability of the frame extension to the wooden house largely depends on it. You can read about similar work in our other articles. And now we invite the dear reader to look at a few photo examples of such extensions made by home craftsmen:

An extension to a house made of timber - some installation nuances

When planning an extension, it should be understood that both its foundation and service life depend on how it is designed. After all, no one will start construction with the expectation that in a couple of years the living room will need to be demolished. Also, do not think that with the design of such buildings you can not "bother". This is not a barn or closet, which means that everything should be taken care of in advance.

Let's start with the fact that the best option (of course, with a small weight) would be a pile-screw. It will be a cheaper and not too labor intensive choice. Yes, and you can drive piles into the ground to the required depth yourself with the help of special equipment or even manually. The main task here is to calculate the load on each pile to select their number and diameter.

Important information! When constructing a pile-screw foundation, it should be understood that the supports must pass under each wall. If there is a partition in the room, then under it they are also required.

You should pay attention to the lower crown. It must be made from a more durable one. Ideally, if it is from logs. Do not think that for the installation of an extension from a bar to log house only 3 walls are needed - this is a delusion. 4 walls are also being built, because a joint one is also needed here. It makes sense to pay special attention to the fastening between common walls. It depends on this whether cracks will appear in this place over time.

Here are some photos of examples of such solutions:

Extension to the house of foam blocks - advantages and disadvantages

This is probably the most common option. After all, the foam block has a relatively low cost, it can provide quite good insulation (in comparison with a brick), and the installation speed is considerable. But when compared with a bar, the foam block has a big drawback - it requires a fairly strong foundation. And already pile-screws are indispensable here.

The foundation for an extension from a foam block to a wooden house is necessary. The best option here would be a grillage pile foundation. This means that the cost of the foundation automatically increases significantly.

Installation of extensions to houses made of gas silicate blocks is also quite common. But some home craftsmen do not understand the difference between them and foam blocks. Everything is pretty simple. slightly heavier and more expensive than foam concrete, but at the same time its strength is much higher. In addition, it does not require a hitch from a concrete solution (special glue is used). As a result, there are practically no seams, which contributes to greater thermal insulation, and therefore lower heating costs in the future.

Important! Regardless of what is chosen as a building material, communication systems in the future living room should be considered. After all, if this is not done, you will have to hammer holes for heating, ditch the walls for electrical wiring. Without this, there can be no talk of any living, especially comfortable.

We offer the dear reader a few examples of such buildings:

Extension to a brick house - differences from previous options

The main difference here is that no fourth wall is required. This means that three common ones are quite enough. The foundation can be either tape or columnar. Yes, and you can choose any material for construction - it all depends on the wishes and capabilities of the home master.

Coupling with the bearing wall of the house occurs with the help of. When building an extension to a house made of brick or concrete, a reinforcing hitch is also often used. Bearing wall drilled with a puncher, while the drill should be slightly smaller in diameter than the rod, for a more rigid hitch. After that, a piece of reinforcement (it should not be smooth) is driven into the drilled hole up to half, and its second part is laid into the joint of foam blocks or bricks.

Important information! You should not start building if the house is quite old. This is irrational, because the brick softens over time, which will have a bad effect on the coupling with the new structure. In addition, the drilling of the wall, as well as the new building, create an additional load on it.

It may be interesting for a respected reader to look at some of the solutions of home craftsmen:

The device of the foundation for an extension to the house and its types

The foundation is the foundation that holds the entire structure. So, you should treat his device with great responsibility. Most simple solution with a small weight of the building, there will be a pile-screw foundation. To do this, at a certain distance from each other, piles are screwed into the ground, which will carry the main load.

If the building is heavier, you will have to fill in the strip foundation. At the same time, piles also do not interfere, they will give additional strength. But the most durable of all types of foundations can be called a pile-grillage foundation. For its device, you need to dig a trench around the perimeter of future walls. After that, screw piles are already driven along this trench or wells are drilled into which the reinforcing cage is lowered and poured with concrete. This is done in such a way that their upper edge is slightly above the ground level. And the last step is to install the formwork and pour concrete. For more information on how to make a foundation for an extension to a house or for a bath, see one of our articles.

Before you pour the foundation for an extension to the house, you should decide whether the finished solution will be ordered and delivered ready-made or made independently. In the latter case, precise calculations of the components are necessary for its required strength.

How to make a roof for an extension

Most simple option there will be a shed roof for an extension to the house. This option is easy to implement and requires the least cost. However, this work also has its own nuances. When compared with gable ones, the simpler ones do not retain heat so well.

When constructing a veranda, the three-slope version is often used for an extension to the house, but such work is rather complicated. If there are some skills and knowledge of carpentry, then the home master will be quite capable of it.

Important! The roof should be thought out so that snow can easily roll off it, but do not forget about safety. After all, the accumulated snowdrift can fall on a person. That is why they try to make the slope more abruptly. In this case, the accumulation of snow will be small, and its removal is not dangerous.

If House master not sure that he knows how to make a roof on an extension to the house, and will be able to do it, it is better to seek help from specialists.

Instructions for installing an extension to the house with your own hands

Let's try to explain in general terms all the stages of building a veranda on a site adjacent to the house. More detailed instructions for each type of buildings we will analyze in the following reviews. Here's how to make an extension to the house:

Illustration	Actions to take
	First of all, we start with the foundation. In our case, this is a well. A metal pipe is lowered into it, which is filled with concrete. Depth of about 1.7 m.
	The distance between the piles must be calculated. In our case, the weight of the veranda will be quite small, and therefore the distance can be made larger.
	We assemble a frame of metal beams on the piles, which will play the role of the first crown, which takes on the main load.
	Channels are welded together. In this case, the seam must be very strong.
	We also took care of communications. Draining water from the sink in the house was in this place. Well, let's deal with that.
	The holes in the channel are necessary for fastening the timber on which the entire structure will be built.
	We lay the beam around the perimeter and fasten it. You can start building the main supports and the roof.
	Having assembled the main frame from the timber, we reinforce it with transverse beams. In their role we have, 50 mm thick.
	We put the boards supporting the roof in pairs and tighten them together.
	It should look something like this. It should be noted that the boards supporting the roof also give strength to the frame. They are fixed to the main beams just with the help of tie rods.
	The roof can be covered with corrugated board. It is quite resistant to all weather conditions.
	The diagonal board plays a rather important role - it does not allow the building to heel due to the supporting beam of the frame. In our case, ordinary railings were made, but it is fashionable to sheathe or deglaze the building.
	Here, the diagonals are decorative, and therefore made of thinner boards.

In general terms, the answer to the question of how to attach an extension to the house looks like this.

The cost of services of specialists in such construction

It is unlikely that it will be possible to build an extension to the house inexpensively when contacting specialists. But for general information, it does not hurt to consider the prices for such services using the example of various verandas:

Types of verandas	Cost of work, rub. for 1m 2
open annex	from 8 000
Frame extension with insulation 50mm	from 9 000
Frame extension with insulation 100mm	from 10 500
Frame extension with insulation 150mm	from 11 500
Extension from profiled timber 90x140mm	from 10 500
Extension from profiled timber 140x140mm	from 12 500

Photos of verandas and terraces attached to the house: the work of professionals and not only

For those who still doubt that without special knowledge and skills, you can make a rather beautiful extension to the house - photo examples of verandas and terraces made by ordinary home craftsmen. Perhaps, the dear reader will find some solutions for his work. If not, then you can just enjoy. After all, it is really beautiful.

Surely many people liked the photos of the verandas attached to the house with their own hands.

Finally

It is unlikely that anyone can refuse an extra room attached to the house. But it’s one thing when this work was done by strangers, but it’s completely different if everything is done by one’s own hands. In addition, as it turned out, although it is difficult, it is quite doable. Is it worth it then to pay money to "someone else's uncle"? And it’s not a fact that the building will turn out to be of high quality and beautiful (there are enough hacks in our time). To the veranda mentioned in step by step instructions, together with painting it took about 10 days. This means that for a maximum of 15-20 you can make it completely perfect. Specialists promise to do all the work in 30-60. Worth thinking...

We hope that the information presented by us today was useful to the reader. All questions (if you still have them) can be asked in the discussions for the article. Write, share your experience, because it can help someone.

Drafting a project

When planning such a structure as an extension to a wooden house, first of all, you should decide:

With material for walls, foundation and roof. A frame block or log structure is usually attached to a wooden building. Sometimes the walls are made of brick or gas blocks. roofing material for an extension, it is better to choose the same one as the roof of the building itself is covered with. In any case, you should try to make sure that the colors of the coating sheets are at least in harmony with each other. The foundation for the extension is chosen of the same type as the foundation of the building itself.
with the size of the building. The extension area should not be more than 2/3 of the house area. Otherwise, the building will look awkward and ugly. The house looks most harmonious when the area of the new building is 1/3 of the old one.

The extension of a terrace to a wooden house, a veranda or a closed capital structure is carried out in such a way that their roof is located just below the main roof. Of course, the angle between these two structures must not be negative. Otherwise, snow and water will accumulate at the junction.

Foundation construction

Marking for such a structure as an extension to a wooden house is done in the usual way - using a level or using the “Egyptian” triangle method. The foundation of the extension should be laid to the same depth as the foundation of the building itself. Rigidly concrete tapes of houses and extensions are usually not connected. Otherwise, when a new structure shrinks, cracks may appear at the junction. However, sometimes the foundation of an extension is still tied to an existing one. In the event that cracks subsequently appear, they are simply covered with cement mortar.

The choice of the type of interface depends mainly on the type of soil and the material of the walls. If strong shrinkage is expected, it is better not to tie the foundations. The foundation for the extension is poured in the usual way: with a sand cushion, waterproofing and reinforcement.

Frame structures

This is the cheapest type of extension, characterized by good performance. Such structures are erected in just a few days and do not shrink at all. Even a not very experienced private builder can assemble a very comfortable and aesthetic frame extension to a wooden house. The projects of such structures are unusually diverse. If necessary, using this technology, it will not be difficult to build an ordinary summer extension-veranda, an insulated residential structure, a workshop, a kitchen, and even a boiler room.

Construction features

The foundation is preliminarily built for a month. When erecting under frame walls, it should be poured into it anchor bolts with a step of about 1.5 meters. On them and fix the bottom strapping. Its corners are usually connected using the "half-tree" method. A frame extension to a wooden house will turn out to be even more reliable if metal rods 40 cm long are poured into the foundation at the corners so that they protrude 20 cm above the surface. In this case, holes are drilled in the strapping beam in appropriate places.

The assembly of the frame begins with the installation of corner posts. Holes are drilled under the pins at their ends. Next, intermediate racks are attached (in increments of 1.5 m). Fixation is usually carried out on galvanized steel corners. In order for the pillars not to deviate from the vertical during the construction process, they should be fastened with temporary jibs. The next step is to assemble the top harness. They also fasten it to the corners, and in the corners - using the “half-tree” method.

They continue the construction of such a structure as a frame extension to a wooden house by fixing the log to the beam of the lower trim and sheathing the floor with an edged board. The floor beams are fixed to the top. After that, you can start covering the walls. First, from the side of the room, a vapor barrier membrane (bars) is attached to the pillars of the frame. Next up is the interior lining. Then, a heater is installed between the pillars from the side of the street (if the extension is winter). At the final stage, the structure is covered with a waterproofing film and sheathed with clapboard, board or siding.

Construction of block walls

Such an extension to a wooden house looks beautiful and is durable. It is also not too difficult to build, but it costs more than a frame one.

The lower crown of such an extension is laid on a waterproofed foundation in the same way as the framing of a frame structure - that is, with fastening to an anchor. Logs are fixed to it, and the floor is sheathed with a board. The assembly of the walls is carried out in the usual manner. Corners can be connected by butt or half-tree methods.

Expansion joint

A very reliable extension to a wooden house is obtained from a bar. Projects may include the construction of both open verandas and capital heated buildings from this material. However, in any case, one simple rule should be observed: it is impossible to immediately tie the walls of the extension to the house rigidly. The beam after erection gives a very strong shrinkage. Therefore, at the junction of the walls, an expansion joint should be arranged. It is very easy to do this. On both sides of the extension wall (from the side of the room and the street), bars of 100 x 100 or 50 x 50 mm are nailed to the house itself. All cracks are filled with some kind of plastic material - for example, mastic or a special sealant.

If necessary - not less than two years after the erection - an extension to a wooden house or any other, made of timber, can also be attached rigidly. In this case, either staples or special pads with screws are usually used.

brick construction

Wooden extensions - structures, of course, are beautiful and are just perfect for a suburban residential building. However, many owners of cobbled and log houses prefer to build more durable and permanent brick structures. Such an extension is assembled in the usual way with dressing of the seams, the thickness of which can be 1-1.5 cm.

Rigid connection of the walls of the extension and the house, of course, should not be done either. The brick structure has a very large weight and settles significantly. Therefore, the interface between the walls is arranged simply end-to-end with filling the seam with mounting foam or, as in the first case, between the bars.

Features of the construction of roofs

Thus, the extension of a veranda to a wooden house or a more permanent structure is usually carried out without rigidly fixing the walls. The same rule should be observed when assembling the roof. The roof of the extension can be of any shape, but most often the usual shed construction is erected.

At the first stage, the ceiling is hemmed from edged board or plywood. Further, any vapor or waterproofing material is laid on top of it. Then - a heater. After that, the resulting overlap is sheathed with a board from above.

The rafters are attached on one side to the upper trim or Mauerlat. In this case, metal corners or fastening "in a knot" with a preliminary cutting of the landing nests are used. From the side of the house on the strapping, you can either simply put a wide beam on the edge, or install it on racks. A waterproofing material (with a slight sag) is stretched onto the rafters and the crate is stuffed. Then the roofing sheets are attached. The joint between the roof of the extension and the wall of the building can be sealed with mastic or foamed.

The junction of the foundation of the extension and the foundation of the house, in the event that they are not rigidly fastened, should be laid with a strip of roofing material.
All wooden elements of the building are pre-treated with an antiseptic against fungus and a composition that increases the fire resistance of the material.
A cobbled extension is best erected in the cold season. In winter, this material shrinks less.
When assembling an extension of any type, it is worth using only galvanized fasteners. This will extend the life of the entire structure.

Building extensions, as you can see from the article, is a completely simple matter. The most important thing is to comply with all the required technologies. In this case, a reliable, durable and convenient structure will be obtained.

Do-it-yourself extension to the house without first obtaining permits is an illegal increase in the area of \u200b\u200bthe dwelling. It cannot be legitimized in fact if it violates the interests of neighbors, is built from materials that do not meet the norms of SNiP, and is located near underground utilities. The optimal solution is the design before the start of work with preliminary design by specialists.

An extension to the house is an excellent solution for expanding free space in a country dwelling of any type. It is important that all construction work can be done independently.

Of course, this will require certain construction skills and knowledge of work technologies, but there is nothing particularly difficult about it. The help of specialists may be required at the design stage of the structure, as well as when supplying communications inside the structure. In addition, certain problems often arise when legalizing an extension in the regulatory authorities.

The attachment can perform a variety of functions.

Most often, an extension is erected to form an additional room, a summer kitchen, a garage, a veranda, a terrace, a canopy, a porch. There are a huge number of options - everything will depend on personal requirements and wishes. Of course, it will be very difficult to build something from a technological point of view, but often all construction is done by hand.

The main thing here is to correctly build the foundation, walls, roof, insulate and isolate the room from moisture, and also correctly attach the new foundation to the old one.

Types of extensions for country houses

Before starting any construction works, it is necessary to clearly define the type of construction, because how to make an extension to the house is possible only if there is a clear plan and project. There are several most common types of extensions in our country:

canopy

This is the simplest and least expensive extension for a country house from all points of view. The main functional task of such a design is to ensure the protection of people and things located under a canopy from sunlight, rain and other precipitation. Under such a canopy it will be good to relax in the warm season and dine, or you can park the car.

Canopy for a car.

An important advantage of the canopy device is that the construction of a foundation is not required, because the supporting pillars (made of metal, wood, concrete) will act as the base. The canopy frame is attached to these supports.

summer room

For the formation summer room more capital construction will be required than in the case of a canopy. Such premises are intended for relaxation in the warm season, gatherings, reading books, etc. Naturally, a foundation device is required.

It is recommended to use a columnar or strip base, depending on the type of building material and the dimensions of the room. To create walls, boards, foam concrete blocks, frame shields are usually used. For better illumination, the walls and roof, in whole or in part, can be made of glass.

Summer room.

Such an extension usually has a shed or gable roof. Roofing material is recommended to use the lightest. Installation of heat-insulating materials, as a rule, is not carried out, because such premises are not used during the cold season.

Living room

Before you attach a room to the house, you must perform all the required calculations and draw up a project. In this case, a thorough approach will be required, which involves the construction of a foundation, the capital construction of walls and roofs, the installation of waterproofing and heat-insulating materials, and the supply of all necessary communications.

Warm living room.

Particular attention is paid to the insulation of the premises, so that one could live here even in winter, without spending a lot of energy on heating.

Kitchen

As a rule, extensions are not intended for kitchen equipment. Such a structure should be capital, so it needs to be insulated as efficiently as possible.

Wooden kitchen.

It is possible to build such an extension correctly only using a high-quality project created by professionals, because the kitchen needs all communications: sewerage, water supply, electricity, gas, ventilation system. This, of course, leads to serious financial costs, which not everyone is ready for.

Garage

Using an extension to build a garage is a very common trend in last years. A garage will require the construction of a strip or monolithic foundation, and foam concrete blocks or bricks are usually used to build walls.

Two garages.

The roof, in most cases, is made of profiled sheet or metal tiles, slate or roofing material. Mandatory communications for the garage - ventilation system and heating.

Connecting an extension to a country house

Many people choose for a long time where to attach a new room to their house, so that it is easier to connect it to the main building. There are two options to choose from here:

Independent building. In the event that difficult ground conditions are observed on the ground (for example, heaving soils or a high level), then it is recommended to build an independent structure that will not be connected to the main house in any way. In this case, the extension and the main structure do not have points of contact, so they do not depend on each other. At the same time, the minimum possible distance is observed between the two buildings, which is a technological gap, which must be filled with heat-insulating and waterproofing materials.
The introduction of an extension to the design of the old building. Such a decision implies a certain laboriousness, because the construction will involve the observance of all the necessary technologies and a lot of calculations and research. First of all, it will be necessary to properly build and insulate the foundation, which must be correctly connected to the base country house. This is usually done with reinforced rods. According to approximately the same technology, the walls and roof of structures are connected.

Features of the construction of the roof for an extension to the house

The roof of the extension to the house can have any shape - here again everything will depend on the requirements and wishes of the owners. Along with this, most often suburban homeowners choose shed roofbecause it is easy to perform, it is easy to insulate it on your own, it goes well with other types of roofs that the main structure may have, and also removes precipitation well, not allowing the entire structure to experience additional loads.

In order for precipitation from the roof of the extension to drain in normal mode, the design of the roof implies a roof slope of 20 degrees or more.

In addition, special attention must be paid to the establishment of the roof of the annex under the roof of a country house. If everything is done correctly, the wall located between the extension and the country house will be protected from water ingress through the joint between the two structures. In addition, the roof of the extension should be extremely harmoniously combined with the roofing material of the main building and harmoniously fit into the exterior of the building, without standing out from the general background.

In the design process, it is very important to correctly calculate the load that the roof structure will give. Consideration should be given to the weight of rafters, roofing material and other structural elementsused in the construction of the roof.

It is important to understand that an extension to a house on screw piles or pillars is not designed for too heavy loads, unlike a monolithic or strip concrete foundation. You also need to insulate the roof (you can insulate using any suitable heat-insulating materials, which are recommended to be covered with waterproofing from above).

How to legalize construction?

Building an extension to an old or new country house is half the battle. Any additional premises erected on the land plot must be documented and permission to carry out construction work must be obtained from the regulatory authorities.

Do-it-yourself extension to the house can be done in any way - no one will force you to invite builders, however, the suburban homeowner must submit to the employees of the regulatory services a well-designed building project.

The procedure for issuing all documentation for an extension to the old country house usually takes from several months to a year.

An interesting point is that you can start collecting documents and obtaining a building permit after all the work has been completed. This is permitted by applicable law.

At the same time, when reviewing documents, employees of the regulatory authority may have some claims that will have to be corrected without fail (for example, the location of the building relative to underground utilities or the use of unsuitable building materials).

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Quite often it happens that the construction of a private house was carried out without the construction of outbuildings, but then the need for them arose. Modern house designs often assume only the utilitarian function of the house - people will live there. And what, that a person will also conduct some kind of economic activity - no. In addition, sometimes there is an urgent need to increase the living area of \u200b\u200bthe house. An extension made of foam blocks, a brick extension, a wooden one - the creation of these structures will help solve this issue once and for all.

Extension types

The type of buildings is determined depending on what exactly should be in it. It can be a room, a toilet, a garage, a kitchen, and anything. By the way, in central Russia you can often find a building in the form of a greenhouse in which you can grow fruits and vegetables even in winter.

Scheme of the device of the garage-extension

Indeed, in this case, all the necessary engineering communications can be easily extended from the house. Of course, the construction of the structure must be agreed upon, even if we are talking about wooden terraces or just a veranda attached to the house.

Creating a project and choosing the location of the extension

Projects and construction of such structures involve the following stages:

As for the choice of materials, it is better to be guided by the following rule: it is necessary to create projects and build an extension from such materials as the house itself consists of.

Sectional view of a frame house

For example, if it is necessary to attach terraces to a wooden house, then it is better to let it be wooden. Of course, this rule is not always possible to comply with.

Suppose a person wants to breed chickens, he needs a high-quality, windproof, warm brick outbuilding. In this case, this option should be preferred, despite the fact that the house is wooden.

Options for the location of extensions to a standard wooden house

Estimation calculation

Actually, the estimate itself is not so difficult to draw up, it is necessary to take into account the following:

An example of a veranda attached to a wooden house

An estimate for construction should be drawn up immediately after the projects are ready, regardless of whether the terraces will be attached or just wooden utility blocks. This will help you avoid unpleasant surprises in the future.

Foundation erection and foundation connection

In Russia, quite often wooden houses build baths

Even the construction of an ordinary terrace for a wooden house involves the creation of a new foundation for it. The option of extending the old foundation disappears immediately: it is impossible to do this, but to combine both foundations into a single whole later is not only possible, but also necessary.

For example, even under wooden terraces, you will need to make exactly the same foundation as the main house. So, first you need to decide on the type of foundation itself.

General scheme of the device of the pediment of a frame house

Actually, there are 3 foundation options that can be used as a base for an extension:

Monolithic;
Columnar;
Tape.

The columnar foundation is used extremely rarely in Russia, since it can only be installed on very hard soils such as mountainous ones.

It can be used, for example, to build a gazebo, but such structures are usually not attached to the house, but placed next to it. By the way, instead of a foundation, you can take old tires for a gazebo - this will be quite enough.

Scheme of laying an extension from foam blocks

For capital buildings and garages, reliable and durable foundation structures are needed. Mostly prefabricated and monolithic tapes or a monolithic slab. When using poles and screw piles, it is mandatory to tie with a grillage, and to protect the space under the floor, pick up from the cladding with basement siding with insulation from basalt mineral wool or other similar heaters. On the top of the foundation, horizontal waterproofing is required from rolled waterproofing materials (stekloizol, hydroisol, rubemast or roofing material).

A good option is a frame extension to the house. The frame is constructed from wooden blocks filled with insulation (for example, mineral wool boards) and lined with thick moisture-resistant plywood, OSB boards or other materials. The attached building can be made with window openings. Doorway more convenient internal, which allows passage to the attached part without going outside. But it is also possible to enter the device directly from the street.

The roof is most often arranged single-pitched. It is important to ensure that snow does not accumulate at the junction, so the roof is made with a slope angle of ≥ 25 degrees. The canopy is most often covered with sheets of monolithic polycarbonate or ondulin.

The floor, depending on the purpose of the room, can be concrete (mainly in garages, workshops and storerooms), wood, lined with porcelain stoneware or tiles. Often arranged "warm floors".

The walls of the garage are recommended to be built from non-combustible products (brick, concrete or lightweight concrete blocks) with overlapping with reinforced concrete slabs or corrugated board. Be sure to provide a number of ventilation holes.

How to make an adjoining extension to the house

The connection of an existing building with an extension is one of the most crucial moments of construction. If construction technologies are not observed, cracks will inevitably form in the junctions with opening up to large cracks. This is caused by the difference in the existing loads and the complete absence or slowdown of the settlement of the foundation of the old house.

Attachment of the attached part is carried out in the following two options:

With an expansion joint without direct contact between foundations, walls and roofs. It is recommended in the presence of problem soils (peat or clay). A gap is provided between the constructs, which is later filled with elastic heat and waterproofing materials. It is permissible to lay a board processed with several layers bituminous mastic. The resulting seam is closed with decorative inserts. Be sure to eliminate the possibility of the formation of "snow bags" on the roof at the interface.

Inclusion of all constructs in joint work. The new foundation is arranged with occurrence at the same depth as the existing one. It is applied at the bases from the soils which are not subject to heaving. The contacting surface of the old one is cleaned of soil, a layer of waterproofing, and a notch is made with a perforator. Reinforcing bars are tightly hammered into the drilled holes with sealing of the holes. The obtained mortgages are connected by welding with the reinforcing cage of the extension foundation, and concreting is carried out with a thorough compaction of the mixture using a deep vibrator. Brick walls are connected in the same way. The rods are placed every two rows in the seams of the new masonry. Wooden structures are tightened with steel bolts or studs with double-sided thread, complete with wide washers, nuts and locknuts. To pair the roof, it will be necessary to remove part of the roofing and jointly fasten the rafters and beams of the house and the extension with the addition of new additional nodes and racks. In some cases, it may be necessary to build a common truss system or replacement with elements of greater length.

The second option is more complex, laborious and costly, although it cannot be guaranteed that the joint of the joints will not disperse over time.

Depending on the design, materials of the existing house and the purpose of the attached premises, the foundation type, material and thickness of the walls, the truss system and roofing materials for the new building are selected.

Before deciding how to build an extension, it is necessary to foresee all the possible nuances of future construction and to ensure that you protect yourself from possible administrative sanctions.

Advantages of an extension compared to a freestanding building

Reducing the scope of work on the supply of engineering communications (electricity, water supply, heating, sewerage, ventilation).

Less material consumption and cost of construction, since at least one existing wall is used.

Rational use of the territory without cluttering with additional buildings.

Additional insulation that prevents the penetration of cold air directly into the house with a decrease in heat loss.

Construction wooden houses has not lost its popularity even with the introduction, and an extension to a wooden house only complements it and emphasizes individuality. Quite often, over time, it is required to increase the living area of \u200b\u200bthe house or make a veranda near it. In such cases, an extension is being built, which can also be made from a variety of building materials.

Differs not only in its strength, but also in durability, environmental friendliness, has excellent technical specifications. The construction is made from wood that has undergone preliminary processing: drying and treatment with special insecticides.

An extension to a wooden house can be as:

rooms,

There are a variety of options for extensions, which largely differ in construction technology.

Summer kitchen attached to the side wooden house

Frame extension

The simplest and most common way to build an extension is a frame structure. This construction technology came to us relatively recently, but already during this time it was able to win the recognition of most people. This is due to the fact that the construction process takes minimal time costs. The whole structure in its properties is not inferior to the foam block structure. The frame extension to the wooden house is distinguished by its originality. The frame can be made of wood or metal.

You can use in the construction of an extension not only a wooden frame, but also a metal frame. It is not affected by weather and climatic phenomena, and is also resistant to temperature changes.

Before starting construction, it is necessary to clearly define the purposes for which such an additional structure will serve. The process of its insulation and the use of any materials will depend on this.

If the frame extension will be used as a room, then the insulation in it can be:

mineral wool,
polyurethane foam,
Styrofoam,
polystyrene foam and more.

For the manufacture of a metal frame, channels, pipes and fittings of different diameters and sizes are used. There are load-bearing beams that are larger in diameter, and there are auxiliary beams that can be smaller in diameter. All elements metal structure fastened together by welding: electric arc welding or semi-automatic.

Wooden frame extension to the house

The wooden frame differs from the metal frame in its lightness. It is also strong and durable. You can also emphasize its environmental friendliness. Wood is considered a warm material, but despite this, the wooden frame also needs to be insulated with similar heaters and insulating materials.

Both the wood frame and the metal frame must be connected to the wood wall. Difficulties in fastening can arise only if the house is built from rounded timber, since its walls are uneven.

To fix the frame to the wall, reinforcement is first mounted in the wall, on metal "blunders", fixed inside the house. All gaps that exist between the frame and the structure must be sealed with plaster or foam.

The walls of this design can be sheathed with any modern finishing material. As a rule, plastic or siding is used as a facade finish for a frame extension. But for a structure made of wood, it would be more rational to use wooden lining. It has an attractive appearance and sufficient strength.

Before mounting a wooden lining, it must first be coated with several layers of varnish. Such actions can greatly extend the life of such a finishing material and help protect the facade from insects and weather effects.

Wooden lining can be of different sizes, which is convenient for choosing the best option. If you use siding or plastic, then you need to attach sheets of plywood or OSB to the frame. Their use makes the structure more durable and heat-intensive.

Annex, finished in the same way as the main house

If in a normal finish siding or plastic must necessarily be attached to a special frame made of small wooden bars, then with frame construction these finishing materials are mounted directly on the surface of OSB or plywood using special self-tapping screws.

As regards internal finishing works, then they are made according to the principle of external decoration. On the insulation, which was previously laid, sheets of OSB or plywood are laid. Drywall can also be used inside the building, which is distinguished by its practicality and ease of use. It is plastered and then painted.

Porch extension

The porch extension also belongs to the frame extension, since basically such a structure is made on the basis of a wooden frame. The porch has no walls, but has a concrete base. It can be made during the construction of the house itself, or it can be poured over time.

In the latter option, it would be better to make a small foundation under the porch, which should be connected with reinforced concrete to the base for the house.

This is necessary in order to ensure the strength of the building with its additional extensions, since the soil in the areas can be different, and depending on weather conditions, it tends to sag, which will entail possible deformation.

The porch is made of both metal and wood. It all depends on financial possibilities. The construction of an extension with walls will be similar to a frame structure, only insulating and insulating materials can be omitted.

A metal porch with railings will look very original, as these peculiar fences can be made with artistic forging elements. The roof of this design, as a rule, is made of polycarbonate. The translucent material harmoniously complements the extension to the wooden house.

Roof metal porch made from polycarbonate

Advice. Polycarbonate has a different thickness - those types of this roofing material that have a thickness of at least 0.7 mm have greater strength and durability.

Room extension

As soon as each family member ceases to have enough usable space in a private house, they immediately begin to think that an extension of the room is simply necessary. This is already a residential extension, and its construction will need to be approached responsibly.

The extension of the room can be made of brick, foam block, wood, cinder block.

The use of any of the materials implies the construction of a foundation for them. The difference in building materials (the main building is made of wood, and the extension is made of any other material) can play a big role in the strength and reliability of the house as a whole.

A brick extension to a wooden house is built on a monolithic or strip foundation. It has high strength and durability. Brick itself is considered a cold material, but with proper and high-quality insulation, it can maintain a constant temperature in the room.

When choosing the type of foundation for an extension, you need to build on the main foundation. Any foundation is laid under a wooden house, depending on groundwater, since wood is a light building material. But more often a pile foundation is used. Under brick walls it is better not to use this type of foundation, since the weight of the entire structure will be quite large.

It is for this reason that it is better to give preference to a monolithic foundation, which in its structure is considered an integral structure, and can withstand a variety of loads on it.

To build monolithic foundation under a brick extension, a trench is preliminarily dug, the depth of which largely depends on the size of the extension itself. As a rule, it is at least 0.5-0.7 m.

Layers of sand and gravel are laid at the bottom of the trench, a pillow is formed for greater strength and durability of the base. It is better to knead the concrete solution in a concrete mixer so that it is freshly prepared, since concrete tends to harden very quickly, and it simply will not work to make the base a monolith.

The project of a brick extension to a wooden house

Formwork is preliminarily made along the perimeter of the trench. It can be non-removable, that is, after manufacturing, its elements are not removed.

The solution for such a foundation consists of:

cement brand 400 or 500;
sand, preferably river and without impurities;
crushed stone is not too large, granite can be used (it does not undergo deformation and can withstand sufficient loads);
water;
fittings.

A metal frame in the form of a mesh is made from reinforcement. It is placed in a trench on sand and gravel. After that, cement, sand, crushed stone and water are mixed. All proportions that are necessary for a quality foundation must be strictly observed, since the strength of the entire structure will depend on this.

The concrete mortar is poured into the trench in parts, while it is necessary to ensure that none of these parts begins to harden. Otherwise, the foundation will no longer be a monolith and will lose its strength.

Some time after the construction of the house, often, there is a need to expand the usable area. The only way out of this situation is the construction of an extension to a wooden house. With proper design of the structure and the selection of appropriate materials, this event can be performed independently.

What do you need to know?

The construction of any object requires the creation of a project based on calculations. The construction of an extension to a wooden house is no exception. In this case, it is necessary to provide for such a constructive solution that would exclude the occurrence of cracks. When choosing the architectural form of the extension, one should not forget about the need to create a complex that is unified in style.

In addition, it should be understood that the construction of an extension must be agreed with the relevant organization and have all the necessary accompanying documentation. Otherwise, the constructed object will be considered a self-construction and in the future the developer will have to decide the issue of legalizing it.

Types of extensions

Before starting the construction of an extension to a wooden house, you should study possible options structures and technological features of their construction. After analyzing the information, the choice of materials and technology of work is greatly simplified. This approach will allow you to harmoniously connect the extension with an existing building.

Canopy. This is the simplest extension design. It is necessary to protect the porch and people from sunlight and bad weather. In addition, under a canopy you can spend leisure time and receive guests.

The construction of a canopy does not necessarily require the construction of a powerful foundation. Installing pillars that play the role of supports can become a fairly solid foundation. A frame is mounted to them, and the surface of the walls is formed, depending on the taste preferences of the developer.

Wooden house may need an extension

Summer room. She, often, is equipped from an extension. The room is designed for relaxation and serves as a place for friendly feasts. As the basis of such an extension, a strip or column foundation is constructed. The material of the walls of the frame structure is plywood, boards or bricks.

In order to create better illumination, the walls are made partially glazed. The roof of the summer room can be with one or two slopes, and it is undesirable to make its structure heavier. Insulation or the creation of a heating system in such a room is impractical.

Living room. The device of a full-fledged living room implies a full construction cycle. When constructing the foundation, a block or monolithic structure is used. For the construction of walls, brick, foam blocks or timber are used. During the construction of the roof, a layer of waterproofing is necessarily arranged. The entire structure of the structure must also be well insulated.

Kitchen. Arrangement in the extension room is a rather complicated undertaking. This is due to the fact that in addition to the construction of a capital structure, all communications are required, including sewerage and ventilation.

Garage. Such a structure is being built on, on which walls of brick or blocks are located. A reliable roof is also being constructed from slate, metal tiles or corrugated board. In addition, the room must be well ventilated.

Porch. Often, when constructing various structures of outbuildings, it is necessary to build a porch. The material can be concrete, timber or metal. With a significant height of the porch or the presence of a turn, a railing is required.

Mounting Features

The device for an extension to a wooden house largely depends on how the premises are supposed to be used and whether it will be residential. If capital construction is necessary, it is necessary to build a reliable foundation, separate from the base of the main building and the wall. Communications are also required.

The main problem with building an extension is connecting it to the house. If there are omissions at this stage, then the formation of cracks on structural elements structures are inevitable.

There are the following ways to connect structures:

Construction of an independent structure. The method is used in the case of construction on moving soil. The base is arranged closed along the perimeter, having no points of contact with the main foundation. The gaps between the surfaces of the walls of structures are provided with reliable hydro- and thermal insulation. The roof is arranged using a similar technology.
Integration of the extension into the main building. The implementation of this method is associated with certain difficulties. To connect the structures in the foundation of the house, anchors or pieces of reinforcing steel are mounted. Then, with the help of welding, it is connected to the frame of the base of the attached structure. At the end of this event, they begin to pour the foundation of a monolithic type. The connection of the walls of two structures becomes possible with the partial dismantling of the box of the house. To integrate roof structures, the truss system of the house is dismantled and connected to the extension. Moreover, the fastening occurs both to the rafters and to the beams of the main building. After that, the roof covering is laid so that it represents a single surface.

When building a foundation for an extension, it is necessary to take into account the type of foundation under the house. This is due to the fact that different types foundations on the same soil give different shrinkage. To prevent this phenomenon, the same base designs should be used.

Construction of an annex

Calculation and purchase of materials

At the design stage of an extension to a wooden house, the purpose of the object, its number of storeys and design features are taken into account. This allows you to make the best choice of material and draw up a construction estimate.

The following materials can be used for its construction.

bar

The use of timber for the construction of an extension to a wooden house is the best option. Moreover, the beam can be any: glued, rounded or planed. Standardized material dimensions greatly simplify installation.

As a rule, timber is produced by specialized enterprises, each product has strictly defined dimensions, and the quality of wood meets the standards. In the factory, the material goes through all the necessary stages of protective treatment, which increases the life of the wood. If necessary, the finished product undergoes heat treatment to give the wood a certain shade. Natural wood refers to environmentally friendly materials, which has a beneficial effect on the health of people living in the house.

In addition to the qualities described, the versatility of the timber should be noted, since it can be used to create an extension not only to a wooden house.

If the cost of the timber exceeds the construction estimate, then you should pay attention to other materials.

The most difficult thing is to connect the extension to the house

Frame extension

A good option from an economic point of view is the construction of a frame structure of an annex. It is characterized by the possibility of conducting work on the existing foundation, which significantly reduces the construction time.

The technology of building an extension involves the construction of a metal frame or wooden structure. To create the surface of the walls, the frame is sheathed on both sides using chipboard or OSB boards. Between them, a layer of thermal insulation is arranged from an available heat-insulating material. On top of the insulation, there must be a vapor and moisture barrier.

The frame structure of an extension to a wooden house is easy to install and is available for self-assembly.

Brick

When using brickwork when building the walls of an extension to a wooden house, you can get capital construction. The material has good thermal insulation properties, so the extension can have both economic and residential purposes.

To maintain integrity architectural style it is recommended to move the brick annex out of sight. This does not exclude its location on the rear side of the building. Brickwork has a significant mass, so a reliable foundation is being built that can withstand the loads from the walls.

The cost of construction in this case increases not only due to the rise in the price of materials and additional costs for the construction of the foundation, but also due to the cost of finishing work.

Main stages of construction

Foundation installation

The base for an extension to a wooden house is selected depending on design features structures. If you plan to create a dwelling, then the construction is mandatory. At the same time, its depth should be the same as that of the main building. Reliable connection of two structures occurs due to reinforcement.

The course of work on the construction of the foundation takes place in the following order:

perform markup;
dig a pit or trench of the appropriate depth;
formwork is installed;
produce a bunch of reinforcing cage;
pour .

At this stage, moisture protection should be performed.

Light extension on a columnar foundation

Wall mounting

The construction of the extension walls is no different from the technology of building a house from a bar or other lumber. In this case, the resulting expansion joint must be sealed with mounting foam.

When using the same materials for the construction of an outbuilding and a house, the walls are connected using various fasteners. Dowels are made in the beam. Screws and plates are used, as well as brackets for fixing walls.

Roof installation

In the case when the height of the extension is less than the height of the wooden house, the roof is made with a significant slope. This will allow you to freely remove precipitation. In this case, the connection of both roof structures is not necessary.

When erecting a two-story warm extension, it is recommended to connect the roofs of structures. For this purpose, a partial dismantling of the roof of the main house is carried out and the ceilings are connected with metal corners. After that, waterproofing is arranged, and the roof is laid. A single drainage system must be organized.

The roof is best made from the same material as the main building.

How to cut costs?

You can reduce the cost of building an extension to a wooden house if you consider the following recommendations:

the cost of timber is lower if you purchase it in winter;
self-construction of the foundation will achieve savings of about 20%;
use improvised materials;
use the frame construction method.

Building or buying private house, owners may be faced with a poorly thought out layout, which is why there is not enough free space inside. An excellent solution to this problem is a turnkey timber extension to the house - the price of which depends on the type and configuration, but in any case is less than the redevelopment of the house. Such a structure can be used as a summer kitchen, an entrance hall, a place for outdoor recreation, a storage room, a garage.

Despite the apparent simplicity of the design, the construction of an extension will require certain knowledge, construction skills and a certain set of tools. In addition, in order for the object to be safe and stable, it is necessary to build a reliable foundation and frame. For closed extensions, it is necessary to provide for wall decoration, an entrance door. Considering that the extension is often adjacent to the house, which means that the foundations can be skewed, it is better to entrust the design of such a room to a specialist. This is a guarantee of a well-designed project and quality work performed.

Closed bright extension to the house, used as a living room

What options for extensions can be

There are some of the most common options for using attached premises.

Porch. Structures can have any number of steps, be swivel and high. Railings are installed for safe use. As building material apply blocks, tree.

canopy is the simplest design that is easy to dismantle. It is designed to protect against rain and sunlight. Under an open canopy, it is pleasant to have family dinners, relax in the midday heat. The foundation device is optional, it is enough to provide support pillars made of metal, concrete, treated wood. The frame of the structure is fixed on the supports. If desired, the walls are sewn up with polycarbonate.

Lounge for summer. Such an extension increases the living area of the house. The type of foundation is chosen tape or columnar. The walls are built from warm durable materials: blocks, timber, slabs. In order for the room to be light, double-glazed windows are installed. Heating is not required for summer residence.

Garage as an extension to a country house allows you to significantly save compared to the construction of a separate facility. It is built on a strip foundation, the walls must be made of non-combustible material. Economical slate, corrugated board, metal tile are chosen as the roof. To prevent the smell of gasoline in the house, be sure to install good system garage ventilation.

Capital living quarters with accommodation all year round. The construction requires a block or monolithic foundation, brick or block walls. The roof and walls are insulated, a heating system is provided.

Kitchen-dining room. When arranging a kitchen, it is necessary to bring communications and install ventilation, so the object requires careful design. Such extensions are often erected to old houses, where a cooking room was not originally provided.

Large bright kitchen attached to the house

To make the building look harmonious, the extension is made in the same style as the main house.

An extension made of the same material as the house

What materials are suitable for building extensions

For the construction of an extension to a country house, projects are drawn up by architects, taking into account your wishes. Materials are selected depending on the financial capabilities and purpose of the extension. The most commonly chosen are:

Beam of any kind: rounded, planed, glued. Glued material has higher thermal insulation properties, while rounded material has the most attractive appearance. The advantages of timber include affordable cost, high environmental performance. It is suitable for building with any purpose. Wood is treated with special compounds to protect against pests, the appearance of mold, fungus. Objects from a bar are erected quickly and simply.

Moisture resistant chipboard or OSB boards used in frame structures. The material has high noise insulation properties, retains heat well. In residential extensions, additional insulation with mineral wool is performed. The cost of the material is affordable. Experienced builders will quickly cope with the task of wall cladding with chipboard or OSB boards.

Brick. The material has high strength, durability, a wide palette of colors. But at the same time, they will ask for the highest price for working with bricks. In combination with double-glazed windows, the material is suitable for the construction of a winter garden, a greenhouse. Bricks are heavy, so you need a reliable foundation for an extension to the house. The most difficult stage in the construction of such a structure is docking with the main object.

Foam blocks and aerated concrete blocks. The advantages of the material include affordable cost, high thermal insulation due to the porous structure, short construction time from large blocks. The structure is lighter than brick, does not require a reinforced foundation. The disadvantages of block objects are the need for cladding, since their surface is destroyed under the influence of precipitation and other negative factors.

Extension of foam blocks to a wooden house

Regardless of the chosen material, the safety and reliability of the constructed object is correlated with the quality of its connection to the main structure. The simplest option is the construction of an independent closed foundation. The space between the walls of the extension and the house is filled with insulating materials.

Video description

See the video for an example of the construction of one of the types of foundations for an extension:

When a new building is introduced into the main structure, the extension frame is connected with reinforcement to the base of the foundation of the house. To connect the walls, part of the elements of the box of the house is dismantled. To make a single roof, the extreme rows of the cover are removed and the rafters for the extension are attached to the main beams. When an extension to a wooden house is being built, the price of work will be higher than with an independent building.

The frame of an extension to a wooden house, connected to the main roof

Frame extension to the house

The frame option refers to the budget, it does not require large investments. Structures can be modest in size 2x2 m, 2x3 m or be spacious structures with dimensions of 5x2 m, 6x3 m.

For the base of the object, a frame is mounted from a metal profile or processed wooden beam. The frame is erected along the perimeter of the building and for each wall separately. Such objects are lightweight, they can be built on a columnar or pile foundation.

The created structure is sheathed on the inside and outside with moisture-resistant chipboard or OSB boards. To increase thermal insulation between the plates, a layer of insulation is laid: mineral wool, polystyrene foam, sawdust. The thickness of the thermal insulation is usually 50 mm. To prevent the insulation from getting wet, it is waterproofed with a special membrane from the outside and inside.

The roof of an extension to a house from a frame can be single-pitched, gable or complex in shape. Ondulin, metal tiles, keramoplast are chosen as roofing. Exterior finish plates are made by clapboard, block house, siding.

Construction of a frame extension to the house

If a decision is made to attach a terrace to the house, options, prices and projects must be studied in advance. In this case, all the pros and cons of materials and construction technologies will be taken into account.

On our site you can find contacts of construction companies that offer the service of extensions to houses. You can directly communicate with representatives by visiting the exhibition of houses "Low-Rise Country".

The choice of materials for an extension to a wooden house

Even if a wooden house has a significant area, many owners decide to increase it. In the annex, you can equip a nursery, workshop or storage of sports equipment.

most accessible and in a simple way construction will be a frame structure. It is not inferior in reliability to capital facilities, but is being built in a short time. In a wooden structure, logs or timber can be used as a frame; chipboard panels with clapboard or block house are used for sheathing.

A more costly option is the construction of timber or logs. But outwardly, the extension will be in harmony with the main wooden house as much as possible. Such an object has an optimal microclimate inside.

Log extension to a wooden house - looks harmonious

It is not recommended to use brick for attached extensions to wooden houses; a heavy structure can cause the foundation of the main house to skew.

Video description

The nuances of building an extension to a wooden house, see the video:

Extension of a veranda or terrace

Most often, terraces or verandas are attached to houses; these structures have some differences. A terrace is an open structure with fences around the perimeter. It may have a roof, combined with the house. The building is erected on its own foundation or attached to the main object. Terraces are recommended to be located on one side of the house or encircle it around the perimeter. On such an extension it is convenient to relax in summer time, it can be used for barbecue.

Video description

An example of how to attach a terrace to the house, in the video:

A veranda is considered a closed building, which is a continuation of a house with a common roof. The design can be with solid walls or partial glazing. The veranda, as a rule, is attached to the finished house to increase its usable area.

Covered terrace attached to the house

What elements does an open terrace consist of?

If you order the construction of an open terrace in a construction organization, then the kit will include the following elements:

Terrace poles made of wood with a diameter of 10x10 cm. They are installed at a distance of 1.3–2 m.
Elements for the construction of the foundation: pillars, piles.
wooden railing, balusters with carved trim.
Roofing material of the selected color: profiled sheet, metal tile, ondulin
Batten grooved or planed.

At your request, any additional elements can be included in the package, for example, balusters are replaced with a continuous clapboard fence.

Open terrace made of wood, attached to brick house

What elements does a closed veranda consist of?

Unlike open structures, closed verandas have walls. When ordering the construction of a closed veranda, the following items are included in the kit:

Poles for mounting the frame from boards 4x10 cm, jibs 4x10 cm.
Heat-insulating material KNAUF, layer thickness 5 cm.
Grooved floorboards 3.6–5 cm thick.
Lining for external finishing.
Entrance door with a set of accessories.
Roofing material.

The set for buildings with glazing is complemented by wooden or plastic windows with fittings.

Closed veranda

Photos of extensions to the house

A frame extension on a pile-screw foundation is a simple and relatively inexpensive option. Building with a pitched roof.

Construction of a frame extension to a brick house

Glazed veranda with gable roof white color goes well with the house. The frame structure was erected on a pile foundation, finished with decorative elements. On the veranda it will be comfortable to relax at any time of the year.

Closed extension to the house with a gable roof

Brick veranda with glazing - you can spend time in it even in winter. The structures were erected on a strip foundation. The interior space is used for recreation.

Closed warm veranda

Residential built-in mansard-type extension to a wooden house - a good option for increase square meters living space with saving space in the yard. The building is made of timber, built partially on the foundation of the main building with additional columns.

An extension to a wooden house made of timber with an attic

attached summer kitchen frame type with glazing. Made on a wooden frame, sheathed with sip panels. The roof is pitched with a slight slope.

A simple and relatively inexpensive version of a frame extension to a wooden house is a glazed veranda

Garage attached to a wooden house - great way saving both money and space in the yard. The structure is made of timber with a built-in roof.

Garage attached to residential building

Residential extensions to the house are made of timber. Block foundation of tape type. Extensions allow you to significantly increase the internal area of \u200b\u200bthe house.

Two outbuildings to one log house

Extensions to wooden houses can be used to increase living space or household needs. Such objects are constructed from timber, logs, blocks, bricks or using frame technology.

Construction process wooden extension To home

Conclusion

If you decide to build an extension to the house, architects and designers will help you draw up a project, calculate the number necessary materials and cost of work. Specialists will do everything possible to ensure that the extension cost you as little as possible, while meeting all your wishes.