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Salvaged & Recycled Materials in a Custom Home: What You Must Know
Using salvaged building materials in your new custom home can be a charming way to blend modern conveniences with rustic charm.
The salvaged elements can add character and have the added benefit of being more environmentally friendly versus buying new materials for every project.
That said, there are some precautions you should take before using too many salvaged materials in your home. It’s important to put safety first and never use a salvaged material if the integrity of it is compromised or it’s too old. Also, you’ll need to keep the resale of your home in mind. While you may love a quirky reclaimed feature, will the next owner?
Elite Custom Builders put together a simple guide to using recycled and reclaimed materials in your new custom home, to make it easier for you to decide when to use them and when to pass.
Elite Custom Builders’ New Shop to be Built in Bridgeport, WV
Elite Custom Builders is moving their location to Bridgeport, West Virginia as the latest development in White Oaks off of South Wedge Street. The new facility is hoping to be up and running in March of 2018. ECB has completed several commercial buildouts in the White Oaks Development including Bonnie Belle’s, Cody’s Restaurant and The Oaks Salon.
Buying a Fixer-Upper in Bridgeport, WV? Read This First
You’ve seen the TV shows that romanticize buying a fixer-upper. Sure, there may be a few unexpected challenges, but how hard can it be?
After all, on TV they’re able to flip the houses in about a month — and they look amazing.
But let’s address what you don’t see behind the scenes. Practically unlimited budgets (despite what they tell you), large construction crews working around the clock and cutting corners to make deadlines.
Read on to learn the difference between cosmetic and structural renovations, what to look for when you view a fixer-upper and when you need to hire a professional.
Considering a Home Renovation or Addition? Here’s What You Must Know
Renovating your home or building a new addition is an exciting, yet sometimes overwhelming project.
We see many of our customers getting caught up in small details (like light fixtures and paint colors), when really the big pictures should be evaluated first.
So how can you stay on track when planning your next big project? And how do you ensure you’re making the right decisions?
Read on for our top questions to ask before diving into your renovation or addition.
Renovating Your Home to Be Your Forever Home: Safety and Accessibility
You love your home — it’s full of joyous memories and happy moments shared with friends and family.
As you near retirement, you’re faced with a major decision. Are you going to relocate? Move to a different neighborhood? Or renovate your existing home so that it’s accessible and safe as you age?
Before you can make a decision, you need to be informed. Read on to learn about the necessary features and design elements your home needs to be accessible and safe.
Room to Grow: Remodeling Your Current Business Location vs. Moving
Business owners measure the success of their business in different ways — for some, hitting revenue goals is the marker of success.
For others, it’s the impact of their business in the community. Some define their success by the happiness and productivity of their staff.
Most business owners have multiple measures of success, like those above. But one measure of success we frequently get to celebrate with business owners is physical growth. Whether it’s the decision to open a second location, increase the size of the existing space or move the business to a bigger location, growth is exciting.
We take pride in celebrating these business milestones with our clients. It’s our job to work with our clients to help them set a clear plan for the physical expansion of their business. Read on to learn how to assess your needs and what your options are.
For others, it’s the impact of their business in the community. Some define their success by the happiness and productivity of their staff.
Most business owners have multiple measures of success, like those above. But one measure of success we frequently get to celebrate with business owners is physical growth. Whether it’s the decision to open a second location, increase the size of the existing space or move the business to a bigger location, growth is exciting.
We take pride in celebrating these business milestones with our clients. It’s our job to work with our clients to help them set a clear plan for the physical expansion of their business. Read on to learn how to assess your needs and what your options are.
Need a General Contractor in Bridgeport, WV?
For the past few months at Elite Custom Builders, we’ve been sharing our top tricks to maintain or buy a home, along with focusing on our custom home building projects.
This week, we realized it’s been too long since we showcased our commercial work — and we’ve been busy.
What to Expect When Financing a Home
You’ve decided to purchase your first home — it’s an exciting and scary process that can feel overwhelming. It’s important to find someone you can trust who will guide you through the process and keep you informed.
Whether you’re buying an existing home or a new home, you’ll likely still need to work with a lender to mortgage the majority of the home’s value.
We recommend doing your research first instead of selecting the first mortgage lender suggested to you — rates vary, and you want to ensure you get the best one from a reputable lender. Read on to learn how to select your lender and prepare for the home buying process, and financing a home.
Garage Addition in Fairmont, West Virginia
Elite Custom Builders is currently building the framework of a garage addition to the side of a home in Fairmont, West Virginia. The project includes siding, roofing, window and interior installation.
Home Addition in Bridgeport, WV
Elite Custom Builders have been actively working on a home addition for a family in Bridgeport, West Virginia. The scope of the project included adding on a new master bathroom, walk in closet and a covered porch. Take a look at a featured project video to hear from the family about their experience working with ECB.
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