build on your lot: Icynene Foam Insulation - How Does it Work? How Much Does it Cost? - 08/28/08 06:49 AM
Buying or Building a New Home in Raleigh - Saving Energy
Icynene®Insulation - Questions and Answers
How Does Icynene® Insulation Work? How Much Does It Cost?
How Much Energy Can It Save?
Icynene® insulation is one of the most effective insulation products on the market today. Icynene® is touted as saving homeowners 30-50% on energy costs - … (3 comments)
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build on your lot: Solar Water Heaters - How Do They Work, and How Much Do They Cost? - 08/08/08 05:48 AM
Buying a New Home in Raleigh - Saving Energy
Solar Water Heaters
What Makes a Solar Water Heater Work, and How Much Does it Cost?
Solar Water Heaters can save homeowners up to 50-80% on their water heating bills, and reduce dependence on natural resources. Here's a quick overview of how they … (24 comments)
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build on your lot: How much does it cost to finish an unfinished attic or third floor? - 05/29/08 12:21 PM
We were recently asked this question: "We love this additional space on the third floor, and think it will make an incredible retreat for the kids. How much does it generally cost to finish an attic?"
In the Raleigh area, basements are not nearly as common as in other parts of … (7 comments)
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build on your lot: Do I want a woodburning fireplace or a gas fireplace? Top 10 Things to Consider - 05/26/08 05:47 AM
We were recently asked this question: "Should we include a woodburning fireplace in our new home? And if not, why not?"
That's a good question.
In many jurisdictions, the decision has been taken out of the homebuyer's hands. Many districts no longer allow installation of woodburning fireplaces, mainly because of air … (23 comments)
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build on your lot: What will increasing oil prices do to the cost of a home? - 05/25/08 09:18 PM
The cost of a barrel of oil has been increasing steadily, particularly over the past few months. It's easy to see how this affects us in the short term - the ticker at the gas station clicks faster and faster, and the total gets higher.
But the cost of home construction, … (14 comments)
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build on your lot: Raleigh New Homes Will Cost More After June 1 - Here's Why - 05/23/08 05:34 AM
The Raleigh City Council has just approved some dramatic increases to two fees involved in building a home.
In addition to building permits, builders of new homes are often required to pay a variety of other fees.
In Raleigh, one of these fees is a Transportation Impact Fee. This fee was … (4 comments)
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build on your lot: I Want to Build a Home - How Long Should I Sign a Rental Contract For, or When Should I Plan to Move? - 05/20/08 05:35 AM
We were recently asked this question: "We want to build a new home. What is a standard construction time?"
To answer this question, your builder will have to ask you some questions first:
Have you chosen a floor plan?
Do you own a lot, or have you made a final decision … (7 comments)
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build on your lot: Thinking Green Building? Cary Might Be Getting Greener Soon! - 05/17/08 02:39 PM
Great news for anyone who wants to go green in Cary, NC.
In many towns and cities, green and energy efficient building is encouraged by the state and local government. Incentives or rebates are often used to help builders and homeowners make building decisions that are better for the environment.
Now a … (0 comments)
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build on your lot: The Housing Crisis Is Over - Opinion - 05/17/08 01:59 PM
By CYRIL MOULLE-BERTEAUXMay 6, 2008; Page A23
The dire headlines coming fast and furious in the financial and popular press suggest that the housing crisis is intensifying. Yet it is very likely that April 2008 will mark the bottom of the U.S. housing market. Yes, the housing market is bottoming right now.
How … (5 comments)
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build on your lot: What can I do to change the exterior of a home I'm considering building? - 05/15/08 05:57 AM
After looking at thousands of floor plans, this is my favorite. However, I don't like the exterior. Can I have this interior, with a different exterior?
As a builder, this is a question we answer fairly often.
You may have looked at many, many floor plans before finding one that really … (6 comments)
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build on your lot: North Carolina Energy Star Homes Save 431,616 Pounds of Coal in 2007! - 05/10/08 04:49 AM
An Energy Star home does more than just save homeowners money every month. It also takes a big step towards saving the planet.
Southern Energy Management has shared some facts about the 1,100 Energy Star Homes they certified in 2007.
These 1,100 homes are giving environmental and economic benefits equal to:
… (4 comments)
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build on your lot: Answers to Top Custom Home Building and Remodeling Questions: Septic System Cost, Exteriors, Floor Plans, Construction Financing, and More - 05/07/08 05:32 AM
Looking for answers to your building and remodeling questions? Get them here!
Stanton Homes provides one-on-one advice to homebuyers thinking of building a home in the Triangle area.
Raleigh Custom Home Builder Stanton Homes is pleased to provide the most frequently asked questions - and their answers - from our Stanton Homes "Meet … (0 comments)
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build on your lot: Buying Land and Building on Your Lot - Top 5 Things to Look At Before You Begin - 04/25/08 06:18 AM
Thinking about building a custom home?
Considering buying a lot or piece land to build that custom home on?
Here are the Top 5 Things to look at before you start spending money!
There are a lot of things to consider when choosing a lot for your new home, beginning with asking questions about … (10 comments)
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build on your lot: "One Neighbor to Another" Meet the Builder Event - Ask Questions About New Home Construction, Remodeling, Floor Plans, and More! - 04/24/08 03:41 PM
"One Neighbor to Another"
Meet the Builder Event in Chatham County
May 4, 1pm - 4pm
Sponsored by Raleigh Custom Home Builder Stanton Homes
Expert opinions - on our dime - about your project
Looking for a knowledgeable point of view about that new home, remodeling project or building concept you're planning? Bring your … (2 comments)
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build on your lot: Buying a Lot in the Raleigh Area - 10 Questions to Ask Before Signing a Contract - 04/15/08 11:42 AM
Build-On-Your-Lot Custom Homes in the Raleigh Area
Buying a Lot for Your Home - Part 3
10 Questions to Ask Before Signing a Contract
There are a lot of things to consider when choosing a lot for your new home, beginning with asking questions about your needs and budget. If you're planning to build in … (6 comments)
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build on your lot: Brittmoore in Garner, NC - Large Wooded Lots and Brick Homes - Available Lots Near Raleigh NC - 04/14/08 02:45 PM
Available Lots in the Raleigh Area - Bring Your Own Builder
Brittmoore in Garner, NC
Brittmoore is a beautiful community in Garner, NC.
Brittmoore is just 10 miles from downtown Raleigh, right off of Hwy 50 in an area with a rural feel, but just minutes from shopping and more.
If you're interested … (2 comments)
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build on your lot: Lakestone Village - Bring Your Own Builder, Available Lots in Fuquay-Varina, NC - Just South of Raleigh - 04/05/08 08:38 AM
Available Lots in the Raleigh Area - Bring Your Own Builder
Lakestone Village in Fuquay-Varina, NC
Lakestone Village in Fuquay-Varina, NC is just one example of the kinds of communities that you can bring your own builder to in the Raleigh area.
If you're interested in building a custom home, there are many options, from "city" … (2 comments)
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build on your lot: Bring Your Own Builder - Available Lots in Vintage Acres (Fuquay Varina) Build on Your Lot Raleigh - 03/29/08 12:27 PM
Available Lots in the Raleigh Area - Bring Your Own Builder
Vintage Acres in Fuquay-Varina, NC
A community profile of one of the many neighborhoods in the Raleigh area where you can build the custom home you've always wanted.
Vintage Acres in Fuquay-Varina is a small neighborhood, easily accessible from … (5 comments)
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build on your lot: Sherman Pines - Bring Your Own Builder, Fuquay-Varina NC Community - 03/28/08 07:33 AM
Sherman Pines in Fuquay-Varina
Raleigh Area Available Lots, Bring Your Own Builder
Sherman Pines in Fuquay-Varina offers homes in the $300s.
The community is 2 miles south of Fuquay-Varina on Hwy 401, in a mainly residential area.
The total community consists of 21 lots.
8 lots are available for sale as of posting date.
1.77 acres $78,000
2.0 … (2 comments)
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build on your lot: Buying Property - Tips from a Raleigh Custom Home Builder (Part 2 of 3 - A Parcel of Land, or a Lot in a Development?) - 03/27/08 05:22 AM
Buying Property For Your New Home - Tips from a Raleigh Custom Home Builder
A stand alone piece of land, or a lot in a neighborhood?
There are a lot of things to consider when choosing a lot for your new home, beginning with what you want and what that costs.
If you're … (2 comments)
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build on your lot: The Preserve at Jordan Lake - Homes and Communities in Chatham County - Chatham County Relocation/Raleigh Relocation - 03/26/08 05:43 AM
What Kinds of Homes and Communities are in Chatham County?
The Preserve at Jordan Lake offers golf course living amidst beautiful Chatham County scenery
Housing options in Chatham County are plentiful, and residents enjoy the scenery and slightly slower pace of life, all right next door to Chapel Hill, Raleigh, Durham, and everything the Triangle … (3 comments)
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build on your lot: Buying a Lot - Tips from a Raleigh Custom Home Builder (Part 1 of 3 - What Should I Look For?) - 03/21/08 01:20 PM
Buying a Lot For Your New Home - Tips from a Raleigh Custom Home Builder
What Should I Look For, and What Should I Avoid?
There are a lot of things to consider when choosing a lot for your new home, beginning with asking questions about your needs and budget. If you're planning to … (0 comments)
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build on your lot: Build on Your Lot Custom Homes - Permits and Fees - Raleigh Custom Builder Series Part Two - 03/14/08 02:07 PM
Build-On-Your-Lot Custom Homes in the Raleigh Area
Tips from a Raleigh Custom Home Builder - Part Two
Permits and Fees
You've carefully chosen your lot, in an area that's perfect for you. Maybe you've found a couple of acres in the Chatham County or Johnston County countryside. Or you've written a contract on the … (0 comments)
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build on your lot: Water and Sewer or Septic and Well - How Much do They Cost? What Questions Should You Ask Your Builder? - 03/12/08 10:20 AM
Build-On-Your-Lot Custom Homes in the Raleigh Area
Tips from a Raleigh Custom Home Builder - Part One
You've carefully chosen your lot, in an area that's perfect for you. Maybe you've found a couple of acres in the Chatham County or Johnston County countryside. Or you've written a contract on the perfect homesite … (0 comments)
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