New home
There are many decking materials options to consider when building a new home or adding on to your existing home. The most popular decking options include composite, pressure treated and cedar. Composite decking is becoming increasingly popular because it is exceptionally low-maintenance and offers excellent warranties. It is resistant to scratches, splitting, stains, rot, insects, moisture and mildew! Composite decking is available in realistic wood grains and many color options. Pressure treated decking is an affordable option that will last fifteen years if it is properly maintained. It is chemically preserved to resist fungus, decay and bugs. Pressure treated decking is also able to be stained or painted to match your style. Cedar decking is another beautiful and natural decking option to consider for your new home. With proper cleaning and sealing, cedar will have a lifespan of approximately 20 years. It is naturally impervious to rot and insects and moisture as well! For more information and photos about your decking material options be sure to visit our Pinterest board or schedule an in home consultation to get the facts and...
Addition
A mudroom addition can have many purposes and uses depending on the needs of your family. Think about incorporating these mudroom addition ideas into your design! A built in desk and mail station is a great way to keep incoming and outgoing mail in order. Adding a dry-erase board for your family’s busy schedule would be a great feature as well! Fido can clean off his dirty paws before going into the house if you add a handy dog wash station to your mudroom addition. It’s also a great place to rinse off boots or feet! A mudroom can double as a laundry room if your mudroom is big enough. Get the kids to take off their dirty clothes before entering the home! Include a bench in your mudroom design for a place to sit and take off shoes. Give everyone an assigned coat hanger, basket and a spot to store their shoes and boots. Want more mudroom addition ideas? Follow our Pinterest...
Garage Addition
Planning a garage addition means you’ll have to do some research and make some decisions on how you plan to use the garage. Whether you are looking to keep dry, require more storage space, need room for a workshop or whatever your needs – a garage addition is a smart idea. Consider these tips when planning a garage addition for your home: Research your city or town’s specific zoning requirements to determine if you have space to build a garage on your property. A legitimate contractor will know these requirements and can discuss them with you at the preliminary consultation. Decide between an attached or detached garage based on how you will be using the garage. If you plan to use the garage as a space to work on maintaining vehicles you might want a detached garage in order to reduce the noise and fumes near the home. If you want your garage to be an extension of your home to use as storage or a mudroom space you might choose to build an attached garage. Measure your vehicles and determine what else you will be storing in the garage to define your size requirements. Be sure to properly scale the size of the garage to compliment the home rather than overwhelming the home. Be sure to visit our Pinterest boards for more home addition inspiration!...
New home
Universal design home building is becoming more prevalent in new construction and custom built homes. Many people are choosing to build new homes that can accommodate all ages and physical requirements. Single floor living is a smart way to ensure you and your loved ones can remain in the home for as long as possible. Designing a universal design floor plan should at least consist of one bedroom, bathroom, living area, kitchen and dining area on the first floor. Zero-step entrances are an important aspect to building a universal design home. All entry doors, thresholds, doorways and decks should be built so they are manageable for walkers, wheelchairs and strollers. All thermostats, electrical outlets and light switches are to be placed within arm’s reach for anyone in a wheelchair. Motion sensor lights outside and inside might also be a smart addition to your home design. Universal design bathrooms can be functional and still stylish! Choose a wall-mounted sink with open space below it, hand-held shower heads, grab bars, benches and a threshold free stall shower. Universally accessible appliances should be installed for ease of access. Front load washing machines and dryers are the best choice. A stove with front controls are necessary to prevent burns and to be able to safely prepare food. Side-by-side refrigerators are a smart choice too. Universal home design is a great choice no matter your age or current situation. You can build a universal design home that will be safe and stylish forever. Visit our Universal Design Pinterest page for more...
Addition
This custom designed screen room – Wareham, MA was a collaborative project between the countless ideas of the homeowners and the professionals here at CFH Builders! The result was this beautiful three season porch addition that the owners can enjoy without having to worry about bugs or wet weather. We matched the existing home’s siding to the addition – which is Maibec Dipped Cedar Shingles in Cape Cod Gray. Each shingle is coated with solid stain to fully protect it on all surfaces for a shingle that is as resilient as it is attractive. The addition’s roof is a GAF Timberline Lifetime Architectural roof in Slate. These shingles deliver incredible defense from wind and rain and are backed by one of the finest warranties in the industry. The vertical porch skirt was finished using Kleer Cellular PVC trim to give the genuine look of real wood without the upkeep. Thinking about adding an addition to your home? Give us a call to schedule an initial consultation to discuss your...
