When building a home in Flower Mound or other upscale communities in North Texas, many homeowners today desire green features that make their home more energy efficient and environmentally friendly. One aspect of building a custom green home is radiant barrier roof decking or "sheathing," something you may not be familiar with. What is it, and what are the benefits? Essentially a radiant barrier helps to block radiant heat transfer from your roof to the interior of your … [Read more...]
Building A Custom Home – DIY Paint Tips For Those Who Are Frugal
Even if you have a professional building a custom home for you, you may want to save money where you can. One of the best ways to save is to do some or all of the painting yourself, as painters often charge a pretty penny and you can do it "on the cheap." But how to do it so that it looks like a professional job? We have a few DIY painting tips we think you'll find helpful. Make sure you do the prep work. Even when your home is brand new, it's important to wipe down or … [Read more...]
Open Floor Plan In Your Custom Home? Energy Efficiency Impact
Custom built homes with open floor plans are all the rage today, and have been popular for some time now. Homeowners are tired of feeling "boxed in" by walls, and an open plan gives the appearance of a much larger space. The question is, how does it affect energy efficiency? Our Flower Mound custom home builders have good news to share below. Fewer walls result in abundant sunshine coming through windows, warming your home during winter months. Sunshine can increase … [Read more...]
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