The home buying market has experienced many changes within the last decade, a few of which haven’t been positive. Property values have decreased significantly, it’s hard to get a loan and it’s almost impossible to sell a home. If you are in a position where you want to purchase property, but aren’t finding what you would like, consider custom building your own home from the ground up. A lot of people avoid this idea as there are so many details to work out, but you’ll … [Read more...]

As a DFW home builder with years in the field, we can tell you with certainty that green home building has been gaining popularity in the last few years. Energy-efficiency is not just about how much fuel our cars use or how much electricity we use at home. Those things are important; however, they don’t take into account all of the activities that effect energy usage in the world. We also have to take into account how much energy is utilized to grow, manufacture and … [Read more...]

A big part of green home building, or home improvement, is paying attention to the many smaller details that add up to greater energy savings. Ensuring that your exterior doors keep the hot and cold air outside can make a significant difference in your electricity bills, especially in the DFW area where temperatures can soar! Make sure yours are energy-efficient. Your assessment should include patio doors, French doors, front and rear exterior doors, and garage doors (for … [Read more...]