10 Ways to Lower Homeowners Insurance Rates
Homeowners insurance is essential for protecting your property and assets, but it doesn’t have to break the bank. Learning how to lower home insurance premiums can lead to substantial savings.
Building Stability: How to Construct Strong and Stable Structures
Creating durable structures that endure time and nature is a crucial aspect of modern construction. Ensuring stability, strength, and sturdiness involves more than material selection — it requires a grasp of construction science.
Vertical vs. Horizontal ICF: Pros and Cons
Both vertical and horizontal ICFs construction create moisture- and disaster-resistant walls with excellent R‑values. But which is the better ICF wall?
What is a Good R Value for Exterior Walls?
6 Little Known Energy Wasters Affecting Your Low-Rise Construction
By identifying these energy wasters, you can take the necessary steps to make the building more efficient.
6 Things to Consider When Building a Basement
Considerations for Building an Energy-Efficient Home in Phoenix
Working With an Architect: A Homeowner's Guide to Designing a New House
This guide will help you navigate through the process of hiring and working with an architect to successfully design and build the home of your dreams.
How Long Does It Really Take to Build a House?
Whether you’re building your dream home or a cozy cottage, knowing the timeline is essential. However, one of the first questions that come to mind is, “How long will it take to turn these blueprints into my home?” Understanding the timeline is crucial for planning, budgeting, and ultimately enjoying the process of watching your house come to life.
HERS Index vs Energy Star
Energy efficiency in homes is vital for both economic and environmental reasons, which is why builders have robust tools like the HERS Index and Energy Star ratings to gauge and improve the energy performance of buildings.