Build Expo 2018
Every year, Build Expo comes to Houston and with it comes lots of information presented by various vendors and subject matter experts in...
The Dark Side of Building Your Own Home
Building a house can be an extremely emotional process; one where emotions on the full scale can be experienced. There's the joy in...
Floors!
I am of the opinion, that when juggling your budget and assessing your finishes, don't skimp on floors and windows. Floors have so much...
Phases of Construction - Finishes
Now it's time for your finishes. If you've stayed true to your budget and you have more money you can spend, you can upgrade your...
Phases of Construction - Floors, Paint, Cabinets and Trim
Once all your sheet rock is in place, be sure to have the installer come back and make sure that the cut outs around junction boxes and...
Phases of Construction – Rough In, Insulation and Sheet Rock
Rough In Once the frame, roof and exterior windows have been put in place, it is now time for the rough-in phase of your house. This...
Phases of Construction - Foundation, Frame and Roof
This is when the excitement begins. Now you finally get to see the physical manifestation of your project as it moves from paper to...
Phases of Construction - Site Prep
At this point, you’ve closed on your lot and you have your construction loan in place. You are now free to begin moving forward on your...
Phases of Construction - Design Phase
Design Phase – This phase of your home build will take place prior to actually closing on your property. During this phase you need your...
Spec House, Custom Build or Build on your Lot?
The underlying question one should ask when trying to decide between these three new construction options is quite simple: What do you...