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Here's What I'd Do Different Next Time

Jun 17, 2019
5 min

Here's What I'd Do Different Next Time

One of the hardest parts about building a new house or doing a major remodel is making sure that you do it without any regrets. Who wants to spend THAT much time and money on something and then wish that you would’ve done it differently? Absolutely no one. But, on the other hand, is it even possible to build a new house and make all of the right decisions the first time around? Probably not. The reason being, how will you know how your family will live in your new space befor

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10 Sneaky Home Building (or Remodeling) Costs to Make Sure You Account For

Apr 24, 2019
6 min

10 Sneaky Home Building (or Remodeling) Costs to Make Sure You Account For

It’s no secret that the thought of a home construction project can bring on anxiety for just about anyone. Building or remodeling the most expensive thing that you own can be stressful, and paying for it is typically the root of the anxiety. So, why can’t there be a way to make homeowners feel more at ease so that this process can be a more enjoyable one? Well, I feel like there is. Educating clients (and potential clients) about the home building or remodeling process is so

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Five Common Building Questions - Answered

Apr 1, 2019
6 min

Five Common Building Questions - Answered

1. How Long Does It Really Take to Build a New House? So often we get calls from potential clients who are considering building a new home, but aren’t quite ready to dive right in. There are so many factors to consider if building a new home might be in your future. The obvious one is what the cost will be. But beyond the cost, building has to fit into your lifestyle too. It’s an undertaking that requires some coordination. Maybe you’re renting and need to figure out how many

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Preparing Your Home for EXTREME Cold

Jan 28, 2019
6 min

Preparing Your Home for EXTREME Cold

Us Wisconsinites, along with so many others living in the upper Midwest, are bracing ourselves for some record-breaking cold coming our way this week. I’m not just talking the type of winter temps that we should all be accustomed to from living in our state… I’m talking REAL cold, like the kind that I thought only existed in the North Pole. My weather app right now is showing a low of -29 degrees on Wednesday night after a balmy high of -13 degrees during the day. And these a

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Start With a Good Foundation

Nov 12, 2018
4 min

Start With a Good Foundation

It may sound cliché, but starting your home on a good foundation is a crucial first step in building. This means making sure that your house gets placed according to plan on the lot, that it’s set at the correct elevation, and that all of the walls are square. It sounds easier than it really is. Before building my own home, I had no clue what all went into building a foundation. This may be a step of the building process where you rely heavily on your builder to make sure tha

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