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Costly Home Building Mistakes To Avoid
  • by Megan Haskins

Costly Home Building Mistakes To Avoid

Building a new home is filled with decisions, some of which can cost you thousands if you overlook them early in the process. Here are a few that homeowners often forget: Hot Water Hose Bib A hot water hose bib...

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Top 17 Home Products That Stole The Show!
  • by Megan Haskins

Top 17 Home Products That Stole The Show!

The world’s largest home building convention in Vegas is always packed with the latest and greatest home products. Here are 17 standout finds that you’ll want to know about if you’re building or renovating. Murphy Door These guys are known...

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3 Permanent Pest Control Methods for New Home Builds
  • by Megan Haskins

3 Permanent Pest Control Methods for New Home Builds

Here are 3 reliable pest control methods when your house is being built. Some will last the life of the home! 1. Boric Acid During the framing stage of construction, before insulation and drywall are installed, sprinkle boric acid powder...

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5 New Construction Home Features You Need To Plan For
  • by Megan Haskins

5 New Construction Home Features You Need To Plan For

Plan ahead with these five must-have features for your new home build! 1. Cleanliness While construction can be messy, cleanliness on the job site is essential. When I assess a builder’s reliability, one of the first things I check is...

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Don’t Let Your Dryer Vent Get Crushed
  • by Megan Haskins

Don’t Let Your Dryer Vent Get Crushed

If you’re building a new home, you might assume your builder will automatically install your dryer vent in a way that maximizes airflow and efficiency. But unless you plan for it, you could end up with a smashed vent that...

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5 Kitchen Island Features
  • by Megan Haskins

5 Kitchen Island Features

Which of these five island features would you love, and which ones would drive you crazy? 1. Kitchen Sink A sink on the island makes a lot of sense if you’re all about efficiency. But some homeowners regret it because...

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