January 28, 2022 11:27 amPublished by Jada PorterComments Off on What is ICF? What are the Advantages and Disadvantages, and Why Would You Choose It?
What is ICF…And Why Would You Choose It? Find out what ICF is, the benefits and disadvantages of use, its history, and more. What Is ICF and How Does it Work? ICF is an acronym for “Insulated Concrete Forms”. The forms are hollow foam blocks that look like toy building blocks. The foam provides... Read More
January 20, 2022 11:21 amPublished by Jada PorterComments Off on All Quartz Is Not Equal
Even if the budget is tight, this is not the place to economize. Here’s why. If asked to describe your relationship with your home’s products, only a few would warrant the term “intimate.” One of the few is your kitchen counter. You gaze at it and rub it daily. You trust it not to contaminate... Read More
December 23, 2021 2:52 pmPublished by Jada PorterComments Off on The Best House You Can Build – Going Beyond the Codes
There are codes and there are standards. A great home requires both. There was a TV commercial for kosher hot dogs that first aired in the 1970s. With a surprised and disappointed Uncle Sam as background, the narrator described how government authorities allowed the company to use ingredients like artificial colorings and non-meat fillers. The... Read More
November 17, 2021 10:02 amPublished by Jada PorterComments Off on A Home for All Ages–Just Good Design
An accessible home should feel great to everyone. And when the time comes to sell, the home will have an edge in the market. Here are some features to think about when planning your new home at any age.... Read more
October 4, 2021 11:42 amPublished by Jada PorterComments Off on The Great “Supply Crunch”
In the future, you can tell friends and family what things were like during the "Great Supply Crunch"!
If you're contemplating a new custom home, you're no doubt aware of rising costs for lumber and other building materials. That problem has gotten plenty of media coverage. But price isn't the only challenge.... Read more
