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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…
Read More2018 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…
Read MoreNew 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…
Read MoreThat 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…
Read MoreWhat’s Happening This Fall on LBI?
Fall is finally here! Which means the holidays will soon be upon us, starting with Halloween and carrying straight on through to the winter holidays. But before you pack it in for summer and get ready for Halloween, there are still some amazing events happening on LBI this fall. Viking Village Antique and Collectable Show…
Read MoreWhere to Build on LBI
Long Beach Island is one of the most sought after and beautiful places to live. With access to New Jersey beaches, parks, and New York City, it is perfectly located for all of your needs. With so much to do on LBI, building your custom home really becomes a question of location. Would you rather…
Read MoreNo Lot? No Plans? No Problem! How to Build a Custom Home on LBI
When it comes to building a new custom home on Long Beach Island, there are a lot of choices for everything, from design plans to locations, and builders. So, how does a homebuyer know where to start? And, how do you proceed if you already own a property to build on versus someone who doesn’t?…
Read MoreLED Lighting Custom Home Kitchens and Baths
When designing your custom home small details can make all the difference in the finished home. And there are some minor details that can take your kitchen and bathroom from wow to phenomenal! By using LED lighting in key areas of your custom kitchen and bathroom, your space will become a cut above the rest.…
Read MoreSummer Events on LBI
With summer in full swing there are tons of activities and events going on all around Long Beach Island! The beautiful beaches are open and family fun is underway! But there are also lots of activities going on around town that might interest you. From concerts in the park and historic tours, LBI has something…
Read MoreOptions That Will Make You Want to Spend All Summer on the Deck of Your New Custom Home
With summer officially underway you and your family are sure to be spending more time outside: enjoying the weather, the beach, and all the great amenities Long Beach Island offers. Because of this it’s important when planning a new custom home to think of all the things you might like to have outside, just as…
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