Summer is a great time to tackle some of your home maintenance list items.  We’d love to share 12 SUMMER HOME MAINTENANCE TIPS to keep your home maintained.     Clean Faucets & Showerheads- to remove mineral deposits from your aerators Unclog Drains- Check all tub and sink drains for debris and unclog if necessary Check Toilets for Leaks– check around all toilets for leaks Seal Tile Grout– this should be done once a year for all wall and floor tiles that don’t get much moisture, and more often in showers and bathroom backsplashes Clean Windows– clean the inside ..read more

These days, outdoor home design is just as important as indoor home design.  We’ve come up with a list of 12 Exterior Custom Home Trends we wanted to share with you: Outdoor Kitchens- Outdoor kitchens are fun, enjoyable, and relaxing. Cooking outdoors keeps the heat outside, which can reduce your utility bills. Outdoor Living Area(s)- Relaxing in your outdoor living area is a great way to unwind after work or on the weekends. You can add couches and a table, a bar area, a sports spot to watch games, a garden dining setting, or a poolside paradise.  There are many options to choose ..read more

Spring is officially here!  We’d love to share 10 SPRING HOME MAINTENANCE TIPS to keep your home looking and feeling great inside and out.     Inspect the Roof– Hire a professional to come out to inspect your roof. Keep an eye out for shingles that need to be repaired/replaced, cracks that need to be sealed, and moss or mold.  It is advised to repair problem areas as soon as possible. Clean the Gutters and Downspouts– Clear out the debris, look for leaks and direct all downspouts away from your foundation. You might want to hire a professional to clean out your gutter ..read more

It can be overwhelming to start from scratch when designing your new custom home, but we have some great ideas to help you get started.  If you are looking for fresh, new ideas for a custom home project in 2022 we have some ideas for you: Curvy Construction Elements- Curves can be designed for walls, ceilings, entryways, exterior archways, windows, walkways and more Colorful Kitchens- Kitchen trends are leaning toward colorful kitchens with mixed materials like colorful cabinetry, black accents and appliances, patterned flooring Kitchen Islands- These are the centerpieces of the modern-d ..read more

It is a new year, 2022!  Maintaining your home is important for the safety of your family.  It can also lengthen the lifespan of your home and help you keep your home’s value high.  We’ve come up with a list of WINTER HOME MAINTENANCE ITEMS TO KEEP UP WITH: Inspect Roof for Storm Damage- Hire a professional to inspect your roof for any damage that might need to be fixed Inspect Downspouts and Gutters for Storm Damage- Hire a professional to inspect downspouts and gutters for damage that might nee to be fixed Snake Tubs, Sinks and Shower Drains to Unclog Them- You can do this yo ..read more

There are quite a few expenses that go along with custom home ownership. In fact, owning property and a home means you will have hidden expenses beyond your monthly mortgage payment. Check out our list of 9 Expenses Every Custom Homeowner Should Expect: Mortgage Payment– Unless you pay cash for your new custom home, you will have a monthly mortgage payment until your home loan has been paid off in full. Homeowner’s Insurance- Banks and mortgage companies require this as part of the loan process. Even if you pay cash for your home, homeowner’s insurance is a great way to protect your home and ..read more

This year there are lots of things to do to celebrate Halloween weekend, and many of them are outdoor activities!  Check out the list below: OCT 30TH Lighted Halloween Boat Parade- 6:30-9:30p, Tampa Riverwalk OCT 30TH Halloween in the Village ’21- 3-7p, Davis Blvd on Davis Islands OCT 30TH 9TH Annual Halloween Dog Costume Paw-ty- 9:30-10:30a, Henry & Ola Park OCT 30TH Eerie Evening at the Tampa Bay Hotel- 5:30-9p, Henry B. Plant Museum (Ages 16+) OCT 30TH Just a Bunch of Hocus Pocus Halloween Party with Sanderson Sisters- 1-3p, Dairy Joy OCT 30TH 1ST Annual Haunted Carnival ..read more

It is important to keep up with seasonal maintenance for your home!  Fall is here, and we’ve come up with a list of 10 Fall Home Maintenance Tips: Clean Your Gutters- Cleaning out clogged gutters helps prevent rainwater damage to your home. Trim Tree Limbs- Hire a professional to come trim and/or prune your trees. This helps keep your trees heathy, strong, and uniform. Check All Faucets for Leaks-Inspect your interior and exterior faucets for leaks and address them immediately. Lubricate Your Garage Door’s Parts- Garage doors need lubrication to work smoothly. Check your system’s o ..read more

The weather in Florida can be brutally hot and humid, especially during the spring and summer months of the year.  Your first instinct might be to make your thermostat colder in your house, but there are some consequences if you keep your thermostat too cold.  We have prepared a list of negative impacts for What Happens If You Keep Your Thermostat Too Cold: Mold Growth- The colder you keep your home, the colder the walls, ceiling, floors, windows and more will be. Water vapor that gets into these porous materials is the ideal place for mold to grow. This also can happen when humid o ..read more

Building a custom home is an exciting time in your life!  If you are planning to build your first custom home, here are 8 Tips for First Time Custom Home Buyers to help get you started: Create and Stick to Your Budget- This is the first place to start when you are considering building a custom home. Be realistic and factor in things like your monthly expenses.  Keep in mind your custom home will require upkeep and routine maintenance. Decide What You Want Ahead of Time- Take time to plan your style, layout and must have design elements. Your builder can help you make decisions where ..read more