Electricity: A Pillar of Home Safety
There's a lot of hands that go into making your home safe. Builders and electricians work closely to ensure your home is up to code and all things are operating…
Timeless Architecture: Styles that Withstand the Test of Time
Style 101Let’s talk style! When building new or renovating, there’s always tons of home styles and trends. With style comes layout, flooring types, paint options, and so many more! It…
Renovate an Existing Home or Custom Build a New One: Building Tips
When it comes to your home, the options can begin to seem endless. Moving, renovating, building; what's best for you? If you're on the fence between making major renovations to…
Research Your Home’s History: How To
Vermont is known for having old homes and buildings scattered throughout our mountain sides and country roads. But if you don’t know how old your home is, there may be…
Pick a Side: Three Popular Siding Options
When it comes to curb appeal, siding is one of the most noticeable features of a house. It not only establishes character and aesthetic, but it is important to the…
Witch Windows: Oddities in Old Vermont Homes
For many Vermonters, seeing a slanted window is so common you may not be aware of how unusual they are in other states or why so many older homes in…
Hardwood Floors: Five Popular Patterns
Hardwood is a popular flooring option, particularly if you are refreshing an older home and want to keep that classic charm. Once you’ve decided on hardwood, is that the last…
Dream House: What Comes Before Building?
Building a house is a large undertaking and something people can dream about for years. If you’re thinking that building a home is something you’d love to see in your…
Making Old Homes Energy Efficient
You don’t have to throw in the towel on an energy efficient home if you’ve got your eye on an old Vermont farmhouse. Not only is renovation and restoration one…
Trendy Home Renovations: What to Skip
It’s easy to spot trends in fashion. From crop-tops to bell bottoms, hoop skirts to neon skinny jeans, it’s obvious to watch the cycles shift as things go in and…
