While having a custom-designed home might seem like the golden standard in terms of getting that beautiful and exquisite architecture, design, and decor elements, there are many good reasons why you might opt for a prefab or modular house instead. First of all, you have to consider the costs. Building a custom house requires you [...]
There are many reasons to upgrade your current home with an addition rather than sell and buy a home with the features they want. Which of these fit you? Kitchen bump-out addition, Image Credits: Photo by Andreas von Einsiedel/Getty Images You like your current home, property and neighbors. It is close to [...]
While there are many great step-by-step deck building guides and video tutorials already available, our deck building guide offers something that many others don’t; a solid overview of the entire process and advice on how to approach the whole process from a homeowner’s perspective, not just the list of physical steps to build a deck. [...]
If you’re considering a commercial building project, you might be asking, “Where do I start?” This guide to site plans for commercial developments is an excellent starting point. Common questions about commercial site plans, also called commercial plot plans, are: What is a commercial site plan? What is the purpose of a site plan? What [...]
There is a creative side to building a home and a practical side. It is essential to address both as you plan your beautiful new dwelling. This site plan guide covers one of the most important practical components of getting a home built. A quality, accurate site plan is necessary for every phase of the [...]
Finished shipping container homes start at about $25,000 for something very basic completed by someone handy. The upper end – well, there is no upper end. Luxury homes built with multiple containers can exceed $1 million. A shipping container home from Container Homes USA Fad or Here to Stay? When considering a shipping [...]
The choice to convert a garage to living space a cost-effective option for a new bedroom suite, kid’s playroom, guest or rental apartment and other potential uses. This garage conversion guide is your roadmap for the project. It covers: - Overview and initial planning - Costs for typical projects and hiring a contractor - Engineering [...]
How much does it cost to develop land for building, and what is involved? This guide to residential site development costs outlines the processes involved in separating a lot from a larger parcel and preparing it to build a house on. We’re talking about residential lot development costs; the process is usually more complex and [...]
The old proverb “Measure twice, cut once” reminds us that we need to make sure we know what we’re doing before we get started on anything we can’t undo. That’s a good thing to keep in mind as you start a new building or demolition project. And, part of that preparation involves getting the permits [...]
Home additions are a worthy investment and an excellent way to increase space for you and your family without having to move. They also provide a higher cost-value ratio compared to other renovation projects—however, this can vary depending on the addition and current market. One of the best things about a home addition is the [...]
