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8 Home Building Regrets to Avoid
  • by Megan Haskins

8 Home Building Regrets to Avoid

Small decisions during construction can turn into long-term frustrations if they’re missed early. Plan these items before your build starts. Run Countertops Up as the Backsplash Instead of stopping your countertop at the base and adding a separate backsplash, running...

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3 Ways to Use Wasted Blind Corner Space in Your Kitchen
  • by Megan Haskins

3 Ways to Use Wasted Blind Corner Space in Your Kitchen

Blind corner cabinets are where kitchen storage goes to die. There are a few upgrades that turn that dead space into something actually usable. Infinity Corner Cabinet Instead of reaching into a dark void, the entire system comes to you....

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Entry Features You’ll Regret Not Adding
  • by Megan Haskins

Entry Features You’ll Regret Not Adding

Don’t forget these entry features to your new home build. Conduit and Wiring for Exterior Lighting If you’re thinking about post lights, driveway lighting, or even illuminated house numbers, run conduit and wiring now. Even if you don’t install the...

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Backyard Features Missing From Your Build
  • by Megan Haskins

Backyard Features Missing From Your Build

Don’t let these 7 backyard features slip when you’re planning out your home build. Yard and Gutter Drains Water management is one of the most overlooked parts of a build. If your gutters just dump water next to the foundation,...

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“Had To Have” Home Features They Ended Up Hating
  • by Megan Haskins

“Had To Have” Home Features They Ended Up Hating

Some features look like a no-brainer during the build. Then you live with them and realize they don’t actually perform the way you expected. Here’s what consistently disappoints. Sliding Glass Doors They look sleek, but performance is where they fall...

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3 Bathroom Outlets Your Builder Won’t Add Unless You Ask
  • by Megan Haskins

3 Bathroom Outlets Your Builder Won’t Add Unless You Ask

Most builders install the bare minimum when it comes to outlets. Bathrooms are one of the biggest misses. Here are three outlets you’ll wish you asked for. Behind Every Toilet If there’s any chance you’ll want a bidet or smart...

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