Looking for an addition contractor in Highland Lake, AL? Describe your project once and up to five addition contractors who work in Highland Lake and Blount County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Highland Lake is home to about 430 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a growing community (+4.6% since 2020). With 264 people per sq mi, it is a semi-rural area. Growing families here often add space instead of moving.
Highland Lake at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 430 (+4.6% since 2020)
- Rank in Alabama
- 344th of 463 cities and towns
- Land area
- 1.6 sq mi
- Population density
- 264 people per sq mi (semi-rural)
- Type
- Town (Highland Lake town)
- Main county
- Blount County
What to check before hiring in Highland Lake
- Zoning: check Highland Lake's setbacks, lot coverage and height limits first.
- License and permit: in Alabama, additions are built by licensed contractors under a permit.
- Structure: second stories need an engineer to check the existing house.
- Price drivers: size, foundation, roof tie-in, plumbing and finishes.
Useful official resources
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ICC: International Code Council
Official information and guidance.
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NAHB
Official information and guidance.
Services available in Highland Lake
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Room addition
Ground-floor addition with foundation, framing, roof and finishes.
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Second-story addition
New floor over the existing house, with structural engineering.
Frequently asked questions in Highland Lake
How much does an addition cost in Highland Lake, AL?
It depends on size, foundation and finishes. Describe your project: contractors who serve Highland Lake reply with a quote.
How long does it take?
Often a few months, plus design and permits.
Does an addition raise property taxes?
Usually, since it increases the assessed value.
Which addition contractors will contact me?
Up to five independent addition contractors who serve Highland Lake and the surrounding area, chosen for the service you need. Your details are shared only with your consent.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (Vintage 2024) and Gazetteer Files (public domain), imported on 10/31/2026. Figures describe the incorporated place or county as published; they are shown for information only.