When looking for a new home, there are two categories people fall into. Some people find exactly what they’re looking for. However, other people who are looking to buy scour the real estate market but just can’t seem to find what they want. If you find yourself unable to locate the right home, there are…
When you decide to custom-build a home, this is the time to add all of those features that you’ve been thinking about. If you’ve always wanted a home with a reading nook, walk-in pantry or spa-like shower, you’ll be much more satisfied if you prioritize that feature. Here are five of the top features to…
For nearly 20 years, we at Magnolia Homes have had the pleasure of working with Pella Windows. We only work with the highest quality materials available, and Pella Windows are our preferred choice for all of the customized homes that we build. Known for their durability and energy efficiency, Pella Windows benefit homeowners with their…
Today, you will want an energy-efficient home to avoid the higher costs of various utilities. There is a good chance that the cost of cooling or heating a home will continue to increase in the next 20 years. The home that you plan to buy today is an investment for the future, so you should…
At the start of the new year, you might have many resolutions that you’ve set for your personal life. While it’s important to make these a priority, they don’t have to be your only focus. You can also set resolutions to help make your home a better place to live in. The ideas below can…
A Reason to Insulate: Heat Transfer Heat always moves from hot to cold. Hot air can move through several mechanisms but the most common method of heat loss for homes and buildings is through conduction. Conduction is the heat transfer through materials that touch, the same way that heat is transferred from a pan to…
Here at Magnolia Homes, we hold ourselves to a high set of standards. So we want to make sure we select building materials that match our reputation. We believe our customers look to us for uniquely designed homes that are built with quality in mind. When it comes to protecting homes from the elements,…
Of the following, what would you say are the most important to you in your new home: Quality of construction, energy efficiency, or low maintenance? What if you could have all of those in one product? The truth of it is – you can. James Hardie® offers a variety of products that offer all of…
You may have heard about the importance of reducing your carbon footprint. You may understand that when a home is built with more energy efficiency you will have lower utility bills and maintenance costs. But how can you tell if a home is built with green technologies? The truth is, it’s pretty difficult because most…
