The question of whether to build a new home versus renovating your current one is challenging. Both are expensive, and each has benefits and drawbacks. Your primary responsibility is to balance your needs against project costs and what you hope to achieve.
Renovating with metal siding is an alternative to building a brand-new home, and doing these jobs requires investing in the long-term viability of the structure. Metal siding and roofing are excellent in that capacity because they improve the house and bump up the resale value.
At $9 to $12 per square foot, adding a metal roof is viable for most homeowners. Metal roofs add support to the overall dwelling and need replacement much less often than traditional materials.
Costs of building a new home
Buying a new home costs about $31 more per square foot than purchasing an existing one. The question, then, becomes whether that amount saved would be enough to use for investing in upgrades. If it is, and the house has all the amenities you desire, you may want to go that route.
Keep in mind that newly built houses contain a profit for the builder. They are also brand new, so there’s no sort of discount for normal wear and tear. That’s why people spend more on average. They also want to get a house built for their precise needs, and custom building a home is the best way to achieve that goal.
Ultimately, which one is a better deal will not always come down to strictly costs, although that factor should be crucial. If you pay too much for a new build or upgrade, selling at a profit becomes impossible.
Consider the Benefits of Your Current Home
If you love the location of your house or have kids in a school system they enjoy, you may be less likely to build. If your home is annoying to you, and you can’t stand certain aspects, then creating something ideal for you is an option.
Ultimately, your decision to upgrade or build new will come down to what you want most. It’s worth deciding on your budget because that factor will determine what you’re able to accomplish. If you have the funding to achieve either goal, you must decide on your long-term plans for life. Contact Steele Restoration for more information today.