When writing new construction tips, one almost needs a crystal ball, and you definitely need to plan for an unknown future. It’s always been that way. Just think, if Great Grandpa had known that new fad called electricity was really going to catch on, he’d have installed more outlets. He might also have realized that…
There are many different types of green home building companies, green architects and green homebuilders. It is vital to first determine what you mean by green, before you look for a builder. There are degrees and types of green construction, which are much more varied than any other kind of home construction. The main variables…
So you want to build a new home on your lot in the country? Many people inherit family farm property, while others have an opportunity to purchase a tract of land in the country. It is always exciting to build a home away from the city, and there are many advantages to owning your own…
Below I’ve put together three separate checklist for building a custom home. I hope you find them useful. Checklist for Building a Custom Home: Concept • Will this home be of architectural value? • Is the design creative and artistic? • Does the home make a statement which is consistent with your family’s way of…
Hiring a home builder is something you will want to do carefully and strategically. Now before we move forward be sure to download the free new home Steps Guide above on the right, it’s fantastic and covers everything you need to know about home building. Hiring a Home Builder Steps A successful home building project…
For this building a home guide project we will be building a small, energy efficient economy home. This article will help you visualize the process. The same principles apply to larger homes, and this little home does pack a punch in economy and efficiency. Building Home a Guide: Example of a Small Home The home…
Learning the step-by-step process of building a house is imperative before contacting your building contractor or home builder. It is important to learn all you can about the process in order to understand and explain what you want. It is also a vital step in finding the right home builder or contractor to build your…
Log home building costs can be confusing. It is important to read information carefully. Some log home kits contain only the logs. Other kits are designed to provide a shell kit. As shell kits go, they are not always the cheapest, but they are simple so if you have a family with strong backs you…
By following a checklist, building a custom home can be simplified into a series of simple steps. By far, custom homebuilding is one of the most satisfying forms of homebuilding, both for the home builder and the home owner. Custom home building can also be risky, both for the home builder and the home owner.…
So you have narrowed your search for a lot to a specific subdivision. Now you are ready to start selecting a lot in that subdivision. There are several things you must be prepared to do before you commit to buying the lot. This article will help you prepare to select a lot, and to understand…