A: There are two ways to expand a room: take up part of an adjoining room or push an external wall out to create an addition. However, additions are usually more expensive because of all the structural considerations that go along with pushing exterior walls out.

I suggest you have some general contractors come look at your home and discuss your options and possible costs.

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by Kathy Maynard, reprinted courtesy of HomeAdvisor.com