Author Archives for Jada Porter

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First Impressions

January 2, 2024 9:43 am Published by Comments Off on First Impressions

The best builders know that the initial meeting is about earning your trust A big factor in someone’s choice of a builder is their comfort with the first person they meet from the company, whether it’s the owner or a salesperson. Natural rapport is important, but gut feelings also play a role—feelings some homeowners aren’t... Read More

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Have Questions? Ask Your Building Team.

November 22, 2023 2:35 pm Published by Comments Off on Have Questions? Ask Your Building Team.

Prevent surprises and delays by getting the right information from the right person. There are lots of things homeowners can do to keep their building project running smoothly. Number one is making timely product choices, but another key step is to direct all change requests and questions, no matter how small, to the project superintendent... Read More

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A Strong Finish

October 19, 2023 10:50 am Published by Comments Off on A Strong Finish

The quality of the paint job can make or break the look of a custom home. Many homeowners expect plumbers and electricians to be expensive but are shocked at the prices charged by other subcontractors. One example of this is the professional painting company. Although people tend to see painting as intuitive work, there’s a... Read More

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Working with a Professional Builder: Does It Really Matter?

September 19, 2023 2:06 pm Published by Comments Off on Working with a Professional Builder: Does It Really Matter?

Optimizing Home Building Choices: The Benefits of Collaborating with a Seasoned Builder How homeowners benefit from an established builder’s systems and relationships Over the past decade, many new contractors have emerged as homebuilders. This has given homeowners more options, tempting some to choose a contractor based strictly on price. Bad idea. It’s nearly impossible to... Read More

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How do I know if my House is High Quality?

August 15, 2023 10:34 am Published by Comments Off on How do I know if my House is High Quality?

As a professional custom luxury builder, our company takes pride in creating high-quality homes. We’d like our homebuyers to understand the difference between a well-built home and something less. What do we mean by “quality”? What do we mean by “high-performance” It’s not hard to find what makes a high-quality custom home, and what high-performance... Read More

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How to Prevent Mold and Control Moisture

June 20, 2023 8:53 am Published by Comments Off on How to Prevent Mold and Control Moisture

Your professional builder knows the best techniques and materials to keep mold at bay. Hint: controlling moisture is key! We’ve all seen stories about black mold in houses, and no one wants to experience that. But even a new custom home can develop a mold problem if the builder doesn’t use the right construction practices and... Read More