Let me clarify. Today more and more buyers are interested in stone exterior and interior features. Stone fireplace, archways, half-walls, floors, outdoor fire pits, grills, patio’s etc. abound. There is not doubt that the use of stone is going to be a desired option for sometime. With the increased interest and use of stone Mike Blake Custom Homes […]
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Although the housing market has tightened there are many that see the lower interests rates, construction costs and improved energy-efficient products as creating a tremendous value for potential home owners. The families that are taking advantage of this time in history are changing design trends. Gone are the days of media rooms, excise/fitness, hobby, workshops
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Today most homeowners value and require more natural light. Even though they’re invisible, infrared and UV rays have a visible effect on our utility bills and the interior of our homes. Infrared rays increase your home’s heat load in the winter and cooling load in the summer. As for UV light, the same rays that burn your skin fade and degrade
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I’m sure we have all heard the term “one good turn, deserves another.” Well in this case that’s not quite true because I can never find my key! If you are like me and have difficulty keeping track of your front door key, then I might have your solution. The Delaney Company has a digital deadbolt
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Entry doors have become the gateway to our lives. They have increasing become more stylized and represent the style of the occupants. Most noticeable is the use of iron. Ironwork has become art work as evidence by these beautiful metal entry doors by Loyal Iron Doors. Artisans using methods like the blacksmiths of old, heating
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Considering a new countertop? There are plenty of different types including; Silestone, quartz, concrete, Corian, soapstone, laminate or granite. Each has there unique features and appropriate application. But most of our Mike Blake Custom Homes clients prefer granite because of its versatility and superior performance. In fact, granite was recently rated the top performing kitchen countertop material
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As the housing industry goes, so goes the U.S. Economy. The nationwide total housing starts rose by 10.5% bringing the total to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 598,000 units in August. This pace of production is in line with the level of construction seen before the popular home buyer tax credit was enacted earlier this
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Although the housing market has tightened there are many that see the historic low interests rates, low construction costs and improved energy efficient products as creating a tremendous value for potential home owners. Residential Design and Build Magazine surveyed architects across the country. Interestingly the families that are taking advantage of this time in history
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This winter may be the time to buy a new home appliance! Does your current freezer sound like a train lumbering down the tracks or does your oven cook unevenly. I know at my home the refrigerator doors gets opened and closed constantly and has worn out the magnetic strip around the door that helps seal the door, which causes
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Pinnacle Custom Homes has decades of experience dealing with customer trends in home design, architectural features and energy efficient construction science. Pinnacle Custom Homes creates and builds homes that are sophisticated and timeless. Creating such homes of the highest quality standards requires a hands-on approach. When building with Pinnacle Custom Homes, one of our expert
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