The ability to weather storms is another advantage of hiring a pro with up-to-date knowledge about building science One often overlooked benefit of a high-quality new custom home is that it will better handle severe weather events and power outages. These are a fact of life...
Why choosing the right air conditioning equipment is more important than ever. The health and comfort of a new home has a lot to do with its heating, cooling and ventilation equipment. High-quality equipment will do a better job, but only if the builder works with...
A lot of homeowners are looking beyond the basic deck or patio to a complete outdoor experience. They're designing and building homes with multi-level decks, patios connected to decks and pools, screened porches, arbors and outdoor kitchens. According to a May 2019 article on Zillow.com,...
Builders buy their materials from suppliers that offer benefits to them and the homebuyer. Some customers express curiosity about the places different suppliers occupy in the building supply chain. With that in mind, we thought it worth explaining why we buy our materials and products where...
The days are longer and the weekends are busier. So many of us here in the Midwest enjoy the warm weather and sunshine the summer offers and if we could only figure out how to keep these warm, positive feelings all year long without moving...
Wireless lighting controls are likely in your future. Here's why. Mention home lighting trends and what comes to mind is the growth of LEDs. But the incandescent bulb isn't the only thing about to disappear—the wall switch may be going the same way. The Rise of...
“Let’s go hang out in the basement!” Admit it. You instantly pictured a dark and dingy partially finished basement with zero natural light, furnished with worn out couches that should have been tossed years ago. When proper lighting and building materials are chosen by the...
Regardless of whether you’re a professional chef or your culinary creations look like something from the Netflix show Nailed It, you need the space to flex your cooking muscles and create something delicious. The modern kitchen is typically designed with extra space but there are...
As interest rates rise and the market cools, make sure you choose a financially sound company with a strong track record The 2007 housing market crash was an event of Darwinian proportions. It was Survival of the Fittest on Steroids, as demand for new homes sank...
Getting a child to sleep at night is no easy task for any parent. The boundless energy, the need for one more story before bed, and the constant demand to come to sleep in your bedroom are all relatable challenges most parents can relate to....