Building a custom home? Customizing the layout and build of a home, although daunting, can be a very rewarding undertaking. This is because every single aspect of the house is built to the specifications of what the homeowner wants. Custom homes are the ultimate dream home, so choosing the right builder who can help bring […]
What is the State of New Home Construction
May 20, 2018 by
According to the National Association of Home builders (NAHB) Construction Cost Survey, the average square footage of a new single-family home in 2017 was 2,777 square feet.
Your Guide to a Smooth-Running Construction Project
November 19, 2015 by
You can, however, manage to organize a smooth-running project, but only if you take matters into your own hands and be present at the construction site all the time.
House Construction Figures Lower than Expected
March 10, 2014 by
This is supposed to be the year that the housing construction industry finally begins to make a strong comeback, but there are concerns this might not happen. An article in CNN Money.com points out that even though the housing market recovery began a couple of years ago, and property prices finally began to increase, the […]
Aging Boomers Could Lead to Shift in Housing Demand
January 14, 2014 by
Aging boomers could lead to a shift in housing demand over the next few years, reshaping the housing market in the US and affecting the economy. A lot of baby boomers will choose to move out of family homes and to downsize into multifamily units consisting of smaller town homes, condominiums and apartments. It’s a […]
Housing Starts for Single-Family Homes Increased in August
September 19, 2013 by
Figures from the Commerce Department show that housing starts for multifamily homes fell in August, but the number of permits to build single-family homes increased substantially. Overall housing starts increased by a seasonally adjusted rate of 0.9%, reaching 891,000 units. According to the article in AOL.com, this figure is less than had been predicted by […]
Rapid Home Solutions Launches $1.75 Million Indiegogo Campaign
June 20, 2013 by
Rapid Home Solutions (RHS) has just launched a $1.75 million campaign to produce one, 1,600 square foot house an hour, via an assembly line. It intends to erect one house on site per 24 hour period.
How to Repair Home Fire Damage
March 22, 2013 by
It goes without saying that damage to a home from a fire can be devastating. Not only that, but the effects of such a tragedy can often be seen and felt for months or even years afterwards. But, as the old saying goes, every problem – even the most serious – has a solution. The same can be said for fire damage in a home.
Why Demand Stone Countertops In our Next Home
December 7, 2011 by
When I think about counter tops, the first thing that comes to mind is their decorative aspect; what they look like as opposed to usability, durability, or more practical aspects. I tend to think of what they look like against the decor of my home, but now that I stop to think about it a little further, I see that my counter tops are doing quite a bit of work around my home!
