Looking for an addition contractor in Colonial Beach, VA? Describe your project once and up to five addition contractors who work in Colonial Beach and Westmoreland County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Colonial Beach is home to about 4,038 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a growing community (+3.6% since 2020). With 1,649 people per sq mi, it is a suburban area. Growing families here often add space instead of moving.
Colonial Beach at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 4,038 (+3.6% since 2020)
- Rank in Virginia
- 71st of 227 cities and towns
- Land area
- 2.4 sq mi
- Population density
- 1,649 people per sq mi (suburban)
- Type
- Town (Colonial Beach town)
- Main county
- Westmoreland County
What to check before hiring in Colonial Beach
- Zoning: check Colonial Beach's setbacks, lot coverage and height limits first.
- License and permit: in Virginia, 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 Colonial Beach
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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 Colonial Beach
How much does an addition cost in Colonial Beach, VA?
It depends on size, foundation and finishes. Describe your project: contractors who serve Colonial Beach 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 Colonial Beach 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.