As a custom home builder in Asheville, NC, we know our community is still grappling with the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, which swept through our beautiful mountain region almost 2 months ago. While the initial impacts have started to subside, the long road to recovery lies ahead for many homeowners dealing with storm damage.
Read MoreHomebuilding is an increasingly complex effort. It involves dozens of trade partners and materials suppliers, requires compliance with building codes and other regulations, demands financial savvy and tight management, and calls for keen attention to every detail. This demands a highly organized approach to the home construction process. Learn several signs that mark a professional builder's business acumen, organizational skills, and other capabilities that help ensure ultimate satisfaction with your new home.
Read MoreAs a professional builder, we understand the importance of meeting or exceeding the expectations of our homebuyers. We stay current with trends in residential design and construction. We offer choices that fit each client's budget and lifestyle. At the same time, we commit to high quality standards—both for our work and for the components we use to build each new home—and to staying on schedule and within budget.
Read MoreA homeowner's role during construction is more important than ever. The homeowner is still, ultimately, a leader in the project. By gaining a solid understanding of the building process, a homeowner can participate more fully with the rest of the team.
Read MoreHave you heard of a "punch list"? It’s a quick and easy reference to the status of the work, as well as a useful way to communicate with our trade partners and clients. Most importantly, the punch list is a key tool to make sure our homes meet the high expectations of our custom home buyers.
Read MoreThe best companies build quality assurance systems into their practice.
Read MoreLumber continues to be THE big issue in homebuilding. The costs for framing lumber and plywood are three times what they were a year ago. That's right—they've tripled. It's insane. This news can be discouraging if you are building a home. Read this post to learn what you can do about it!
Read MoreIf it's a rooftop terrace or an apartment deck, these exclusive outdoor areas have a wealth of benefits. If you're not sure how to make the most of this exclusive feature of your house, there are a few things you can do to transform your terrace or balcony into a lovely oasis where you can entertain guests and relax. This guide will show you 10 tips to turn your terrace or balcony in a few simple steps.
Read MoreA successful new-home build is a predictable one, with no unpleasant surprises. Predictability comes from good planning, as well-planned projects tend to stay on budget and on schedule. Good planning includes making sure the home will meet all code and zoning requirements. Read this post to learn why!
Read MoreIs the customer always right? The short answer is no because the best builders understand that an anything-you-want approach really doesn't serve customers. We would go further and caution people to beware of the builder who never pushes back. Read this post to learn why!
Read MoreCustom homebuyers have asked what we think about luxury vinyl tile, or LVT, a popular flooring. We're not the only ones getting questions: according to some articles we've read, LVT is one of the world's fastest-growing floor coverings. Read this post for our answer.
Read MoreWe all love the internet. It's a bottomless source of ideas and inspiration for any project, and most people wouldn't think of starting a new custom home before spending some serious time online. However, it’s a resource with its drawbacks. Read this post for ideas about how to avoid the most common mistakes when searching for ideas on the web.
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