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Originally Posted by jimbo2012
I would not trust your contractor 100%, the work will also be approved if it is beyond the requirements.
Costing more $$ 
For example; many have paid for raising the floor when it was not required.
Know the requirements before getting bids by talking to the building dept.
I did all the work myself other than the plans being approved with special glass windows the process was painless.
two inspections done!
cost $4,000 in materiel for a 13x28 room.
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I agree but we raised the floor for ease of access to the house and had it tiled to match the house. Gives a great look and that trip and fall step disappears. Since we expect to be here until we are not (dead) we made the investment for long term and convenience. We have about 12 outlets, the low EEE glass, sliding windows with screens, recessed lighting. ARC and County approved. This is really about what you want and what you can afford. My suggestion is to do the most you can so you don't do it over later (yeah I have seen that). There will always be another project....they never seem to end.
