Open floor plans, big front windows and a walk-in closet—sounds like a heavenly dream, doesn’t it? If you are struggling in today’s economy, like many people are, planning the dream home may seem like nothing more than that—a dream. While building your dream home requires careful planning, it can become a reality if you do...
Building your dream home is an incredibly rewarding experience. It gives homeowners the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create the home that perfectly fits every item on their wish list. Unfortunately, even dream homes can fall prey to the cookie-cutter monotony found in many residential neighborhoods. Somehow, each house on the street manages to mirror the next....
As custom home builders in Pennsylvania, we’ve worked on countless projects over the years. One of the most frequently asked questions we receive is how long a client can expect it to take to complete the build of their custom home. Of course, every project is different, so in some cases it’s hard to say...
There was a time not too long ago when bigger was considered better for houses. This was especially true from the 1990s through the mid-2000s, as people sought large “McMansions” in suburbs and subdivisions. But after the housing bubble burst, that all changed. With the economy having changed, there came a new way of thinking...
The process of building a new home is sometimes confusing for homeowners—there are many facets like permitting, materials, building codes and more that the average person is not likely to understand. When you work with a great home builder, though, this process should be easy. One of the biggest concerns of our clients is whether...
Change orders can be a headache in complex projects, but there are circumstances in which they are necessary, or can at least be managed well. The reasons for submitting a change request can vary—many times they happen due to completely unforeseen circumstances arising during the project. Here are a few examples from home builders in...
When trying to pick the right home builder for your project, most people instinctively know to only considering builders with the proper licensing and insurance and workers compensation policies. Without those things, you’re really not dealing with a professional builder at all, and you’re putting yourself and your finances at risk. And, of course, most...