Room Additions in Tampa Bay
A room addition adds permanent, permitted square footage to your existing home — commonly a master suite, in-law suite, family room, sunroom, or second story. Merit Contracting handles the full process: design coordination, structural engineering, permitting through the county building department, foundation and framing, roofing tie-in, electrical, plumbing, HVAC extension, drywall, finishes, and final inspection.
Scope
Types of Room Additions We Build
- Master Suite Additions — bedrooms with attached bath, walk-in closet, private access
- In-Law / Guest Suites — self-contained suites with kitchenette options
- Family Room & Great Room Additions — open living space expansions
- Sunrooms & Florida Rooms — climate-controlled and screened options
- Second Story Additions — full or partial upper level builds
- Garage Conversions & Attached Garage Additions
How It Works
Our Room Addition Process
- 1Free On-Site Consultation — we walk the property, review your goals, and discuss what’s structurally and legally possible.
- 2Written Scope & Fixed Quote — a detailed proposal with materials, timeline, and price. No moving targets.
- 3Design & Permitting — architectural drawings, engineering where required, permits pulled through the correct jurisdiction.
- 4Construction — foundation, framing, dry-in, MEP, insulation, drywall, finishes. Weekly progress check-ins.
- 5Final Inspection & Walk-Through — county inspection, punch list closeout, written warranty.
Pricing
What Does a Room Addition Cost in Tampa Bay?
Room addition costs depend on square footage, foundation type, roof tie-in complexity, whether the addition includes a bathroom or kitchen, and finish level. Simple additions typically start around $200-$300 per square foot in Pasco County; more complex additions with plumbing, custom finishes, or second-story work run higher. We provide a fixed-scope written quote after an on-site walk-through.
Questions
Frequently Asked
Yes. Any addition to your home’s footprint or living area requires a building permit from the county or city having jurisdiction. Merit pulls the permit on your behalf.
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