Nothing is more exciting than home building plans. Planning from the ground up can get a bit tedious, but it is all a labor of love for your future home. Despite all the exciting interior features, lovely countertop and cabinetry upgrades and other exciting distractions, the real goal is to build a durable, affordable and…
Choosing a lot to build on is a very important part of construction. There are many factors to consider. Location is probably the most important part of real estate, so exactly where the lot is located is of utmost importance. Drainage, land and water features are also a major consideration. Ground water plays a role…
When compiling new home building tips the first thing to do is establish priorities. What is the most important aspect? What are your main secondary considerations, and which things are not important to you at all. People have different values and different priorities, and many home builders forget that. Establish what is important to you,…
A home is the largest expenditure most people will ever make. To be aware of the many facets of home building doesn’t take a rocket scientist, but it does take savvy. Common home building questions include how much property will be left on either side of the structure after building, how far back on the…
Building your own home is a wonderful opportunity to express your family’s lifestyle. In architecture, form should follow function as closely as possible. We are all different, with different interests and different styles. Don’t let this opportunity pass you by. Your family is not generic, so don’t simply paying a contractor to build a generic…
The first question in any new home shopper’s mind is “how much to build a home?” Unfortunately the answer is not a simple one. Once you have a square footage price it’s pretty easy to figure, but square footage price varies. The best way to state the square footage range would be $55 to $315…
Finding and choosing the right new home builder is an extremely important decision you’ll need to make. Here are some tips to help you find a builder and so you can make an informed and smart builder decision. Find a Builder Tips Find a Builder Tip #1: Look for experience and quality in a home…
When considering custom home building costs there are a number of factors to consider. One unique way to consider custom home building cost costs is by looking at ways to save or make money with your home. People often forget about the future and paying for their home in monthly payments. They often only look…
There are vast differences in companies who offer home building warranty insurance. They cover different types of problems and sometimes not others. Some companies offer a variety of home building warranty insurance packages, which vary in what they cover, while other companies offer a single standard warranty. Warranty companies also vary in their screening processes.…
Cost is the biggest obstacle for people who desire to build their own home from the ground up. Many home builders and contractors provide estimates based on building price per square foot, as opposed to giving a general price for the job. By understanding this fact, and learning about your floor plans you can have…