Builder's Tips Blog for Custom Home Planning

Builder's Tips - For the Better of Your Home

Here at Abode, we want to make sure you understand what to expect when expecting a custom home. In addition, we offer builder's tips from our team of construction professionals. The advice you'd expect from a crew that's seen it all.

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Annual Maintenance Keeps a Cozy Home

Annual Maintenance Keeps a Cozy Home

By project.team project.team|2016-09-06T14:04:39-05:00August 25th, 2016|Categories: Builder's Tips|Tags: air quality, energy tips|

It may be warm now, but it won't be long before you start craving that pumpkin spice latte and warm nights at home. Contact a heating and cooling contractor today!

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Envision Your Home

Envision Your Home

By project.team project.team|2018-11-12T14:09:54-06:00July 14th, 2016|Categories: Uncategorized|

You see each detail of your new home in your mind. Yet, you may not see each and every detail in our current selection of homes. Our in-house design team will guide you through every

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Selecting Landscaping Materials

Selecting Landscaping Materials

By project.team project.team|2016-08-30T10:30:32-05:00July 14th, 2016|Categories: Builder's Tips|

Selection of materials is often based on existing site elements and architecture, and the overall characteristics of the property. The design and materials need to befit the setting: Formal masonry walls veneered in brick or

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Stay Cool with a Finished Space

By Hannah Kustes|2018-11-12T14:09:54-06:00March 12th, 2015|Categories: Builder's Tips|Tags: air quality, energy tips, finished basement|

Builder's Tip: When the Iowa weather treats us to hot and humid air, there are steps you can take to reduce your energy bills. Make sure to keep your blinds closed during the day when you are

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