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  • Carolyn’s Tips on Hiring a Builder

    Once you’ve decided that a new custom home is something you’d like to invest in, hiring a qualified builder is the next logical step in making your homeownership dreams come true.

    Why even hire a builder?

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    First of all, a professional builder will make the entire process much easier for you over the length of the project. Sure, there are always unforeseeable problems when it comes to deadlines, deliveries and of course Mother Nature, but the right builder will know how to tackle those problems as they arise.

    A custom home builder will afford you a wealth of benefits. Most importantly, you’ll be able to enjoy a beautiful home that’s built to your liking and properly designed from the ground up. And you won’t have to worry about haggling with vendors when it comes to windows, roofing, flooring, fixtures, etc. You can sit back and let your builder handle it all.

    Once you know that you need a builder, it is imperative that you do the research necessary to enlist a trustworthy and qualified one. Carolyn Wheeler, a Principal in Country Club Homes, put together this comprehensive list of tips for hiring a builder that was recently published on  At Home in Fairfield County. Check it out here!

    For more information about our home building company, please contact Country Club Homes, Inc. via our website at www.countryclubhomesinc.com or by telephone at 203-762-0550.

  • Small Details Can Make All the Difference in a Universal Design

    Universal design is the process of creating a home that works for all residents, regardless of ability or age. Many universal design homes are created specifically for homeowners that are in wheelchairs or have other physical needs, but universal design goes beyond adding ramps and making sure doorways are wide enough to accommodate a wheelchair….

  • A House Full of Secrets: Designing a Home With Hidden Passages for Convenience and Privacy

    If you love a good mystery you know that secret passageways are the epitome of suspense and intrigue. What is behind that door and through that hidden passage? Secret passageways can be built into your home to boost privacy and convenience. Our favorite passageway ideas include the: Bookshelf doorway. It may look like a wall full of…

  • Driftwood Architecture is a Gorgeous Way to Bring the Outdoors Into Your Home

    One of the most wonderful things about coastal living, aside from the stunning views, is the vast array of design ideas you can draw upon from the sea.  While common design features like ship motifs and seashells have to walk a fine line to avoid moving from tasteful to kitschy, one oceanic design element is…

  • Consider the Practical Beauty of Cedar Roofs

    Best known for their undeniable beauty, cedar roofs offer a host of other benefits to homeowners. They are incredibly durable, environmentally friendly, and stand up to even the worst weather conditions. If you’re considering installing a cedar roof as part of your construction project take the time to understand the material before you begin. Cedar roofs…