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2011 Chatham, Orange, Durham NC Parade of Homes Entry

It's that time of year - the 2011 Parade of Homes! If you are in the area please come visit our 2011 Parade Entry in The Estates of Chapel Ridge. Judging was today - the awards are given Tuesday. We are anxiously awaiting the results and…
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Another Silk Hope Home Completed!

We had the joy of working with very creative homeowners when building this beautiful home in the Silk Hope area. We had been working with the homeowners for over a year in detailing the plans, specifications and allowances.  The homeowners…
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Beyond Pricing-Punch List Process?

I touched a little earlier on the need to look beyond just a builder's price: What are the line item allowances What is the change order process How is the 1-year punch list process handled/managed? In this day and age, especially with…
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Foam Insulation – The Hidden Super Construction Material

Current conventional insulation, fiberglass and cellulose, are readily available in rolls or blown forms. While, conventional insulation provides some form of resistance to heat transfer, its overall effectiveness needs significant improvement. …
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Why Does Everyone Want an ENERGY STAR Home?

“ENERGY STAR?  I thought that was just for refrigerators!” As many people now realize, the ENERGY STAR program isn't just for appliances; it's also a respected energy efficiency program for new homes and is the basis for most green home…
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What Role on the Home Building Team Does the Surveyor Play?

Quality control during the building process protects the client's investment for the future. The land surveyor provides several valued services to the new home construction process including boundary surveys, site design, layout, and construction…
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Plans-Do We Custom Design or Buy Online?

Designing your home – benefits to working with a designer vs. buying online by Brooke Carpenter, Owner - Residential Engineering Services, PA Every homeowner has at some time thumbed through house plan books or surfed the house plan websites…
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What’s Behind Builder Allowances

When talking to people about building the first question seems to always be "What is your price per square foot?"  My response is always that there is so much more than just a price per square foot - what costs are included in that price per…
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Decorative Tile enhances any room

Decorative tile is a great way to change any room. Let one of our design team help you create your one of a kind living space. Whether you are trying to create your dream kitchen or that sumptuously luxurious bath, our tile design and installation…
2010 Parade of Homes Gold Medal Winner
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Chapel Ridge Parade of Homes Gold Medal Winner

As a 2010 and 2009 Parade of Homes Gold Winner for the Chapel Ridge Golf Community, I know what it takes to bring my clients' dreams into reality. My knowledge and expertise are invaluable. Please contact me if you have any questions about…