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The Power of the Review
As an established custom homebuilder on LBI, we have over two decades of experience building custom homes. The most critical part of the process is making sure everything in the completed home is perfect. We want to always make sure every homeowner is thrilled with their new home. Every last detail matters to the Stonehenge…
Gunite Pools for Custom Homes on Long Beach Island
We’ve all watched different home shows on HGTV, DIY, and various other home improvement networks. It’s riveting to see how the masters of the trades use their expertise to bring a homeowner’s backyard dreams into reality. One of the most widely home features trending these days are Gunite pools. We’ve been specifying and installing these…
Good Bones: What’s That Mean For a Custom Home on LBI?
There are a lot of new words and phrases, thanks to the creativity of the internet and TV. One of the terms we hear quite often these days (and it’s even the name of a popular reality TV show on HGTV) is “Good Bones”. But what does that mean for a custom home on LBI?…
Outdoor Living Must Haves For Any Custom Home on LBI
Memorial Day is this weekend! And for many people on Long Beach Island and in beach towns around New Jersey, that means summer is about to officially begin! Along with Memorial Day comes entertaining. In fact, you could think of Memorial Day as your inaugural summer bash, meaning you are going to want your guests…
The Best Landscaping Ideas for Custom Homes on LBI
April is Lawn and Garden Month, and as a custom home builder on Long Beach Island we share a lot of information about building trends, styles for home design, and interior features and finishes. So now we want to give the outdoors some love, so we are sharing some of our favorite tips and tricks…
Just in time for Mother’s Day: What Mom Wants in Her New Custom Home on LBI
We all know that Mom is the center of the family and home. She does everything for everyone, and is always there when we need her. When it comes to building a new custom home there are many items on a family’s wish list that can be incorporated into the design. With Mother’s Day just…
Homebuilding 101: Insulation for Custom Homes on Long Beach Island
When we say the word “insulation” most of our homebuyers are thinking about keeping the cold out of their homes. That’s the most common idea when we talking about insulation for custom homes on Long Beach Island. Any custom home builder on the island or the mainland will tell you there are many important reasons…
Trends in Tile for Custom Homes in 2018
We have no doubt that tile is, and always will be, an integral part of the interior design for custom homes on LBI. But, like everything else, trends change and styles come and go. So, how do you know what to choose for your new custom home? Many builders on LBI have standard selections to…
There’s Never a Second Chance to Make a First Impression: Selecting the Perfect Entry Door for Your Custom Home on LBI
Making choices for every nook and cranny of your new custom home on Long Beach Island can be a daunting task. Many of our homebuyers look forward to the selections process, only to find out it’s not as easy (or fun) as they think it is! And, when it comes to entry doors, the pressure…
Framing Your New Custom Home on LBI
Believe it or not, building a new custom home isn’t just picking the lot, and getting started. There is a lot that happens before your home can start to take shape. From engineering to permitting and inspections, demolition of existing structures, preparing the lot for pilings (a shore building technique that allows homes to survive…
2018 Custom Home Design Ideas that Inspire
Now that the colder weather has officially arrived, it’s time to think about NEXT summer! But don’t think about it because you’re cold and it’s snowy outside while you long for the warmth of the summer sun. Think about starting your new custom home on Long Beach Island. Now is the time to start in…
New Home Tech for Custom Homes on LBI
There is always something new and exciting in technology, and with a growing market and demand for techy homes, there is a constant stream of new gadgets. The concept of the “Smart House” isn’t new. For years science fiction explored new and futuristic innovations, and this gradually grew into popular culture. And though we may…
That Was Then, This is Now: How We’ve Changed as a Homebuilder
Back in the day (we’re talking the 1990’s) the real estate market for new homes was a lot different than it is today. At that time, we were building neighborhoods on the mainland in areas like Stafford, Little Egg Harbor, and Eagleswood Townships. Every once in a while we had a homeowner that would build…
Pros and Cons to Buying a Lot Before Consulting a Builder on LBI
When choosing to build a custom home on Long Beach Island, it is easy to get excited and buy a lot or property before consulting a home builder. We understand the temptation to move on a great land deal, or the eagerness to be a part of the LBI community. Which is why we want…
Winter is Coming to LBI…Again
As the seasons change, many on LBI are getting ready to head further south and avoid the cold chill of winter. But just because you’re going south, doesn’t mean your house is! And with winter coming it is important that your home is ready for it, whether you’re here or not! The cold can do…