Posts in custom home building
The Best House You Can Build

While building codes guarantee a safe home, they don't guarantee top-quality work. Great builders want their homeowner clients to be safe and happy. They want to eliminate unwelcome surprises. They want to build the best house possible. They have a commitment to standards that ensure those results. Read this post to learn more.

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A Home for All Ages

As home prices continue climbing, the best financial decision for a lot of families is to gather under one roof. This poses a design challenge: How do you create spaces that are friendly to older people with physical limitations without looking like a nursing home? It may be easier than you think—if planned well, an accessible home should feel great to everyone. Learn more in this post.

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Managing the Great Supply Crunch

If you're contemplating a new custom home, you're no doubt aware of rising costs for lumber and other building materials. That problem has gotten plenty of media coverage. But price isn't the only challenge. There's another issue that, while it gets more attention from the business media than from the popular press, is giving headaches to builders and homeowners alike. Read this post to learn more!

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How to Fight Escalating Lumber Prices

Lumber 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!

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10 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Balcony or Terrace

If 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.

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Keeping the Authorities Happy

A 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!

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Is the Customer Always Right?

Is 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!

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