Ask your Home Builder about Creating “Hiding Spots” for Your Valuables

Once burglars have invaded a home, they tend to act quickly, because they know that the less time they spend in a home, the lower their chances of being caught. Burglars are smart in this way, and they’re also smart about seeking out common hiding spots in homes. If you’ve been hiding valuable cash in spots that are obvious to thieves, like under your mattress, in your freezer, or in a portable locked box that thieves can easily take with them and find a way to open later, you’re setting yourself up to have your valuables stolen.

This is why it’s a good idea to ask your Dallas homebuilders about building customized “hiding spots” into your home. Home builders in Dallas can install a non-portable wall safe or other locked built-in structures that are perfect for hiding your most prized possessions. Knowledgeable Dallas home builders can also provide you with other tips for properly securing your home and protecting your valuables.

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Cheap Energy Savers Your Home Builder Should Include

Because of the troubled economy, homeowners are seeking to cut costs and save money in any way that they can. An easy way to save more money is to work with home builders in DFW who install energy saving appliances when they build your home. Not all of these appliances have to cost you an arm and a leg either. For instance, you can purchase compact fluorescent light bulbs for as little as $15 or less. These bulbs use much less energy than their incandescent counterparts.

You should also consider asking your home builders in DFW about low-flowing showerheads. Because these affordable showerheads emit less water than a traditional showerhead, you’ll not only cut back on energy costs, but you’ll also be conserving water, something that both you and your conscience can and should feel quite good about. Other low-cost energy savers include power strips, tankless water heaters, and weather-stripping for home openings, such as windows.

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Thinking Of Selling Your Custom Home?

Life can sometimes bring about unexpected changes, and if changes in your life have led you to decide to sell your custom home Dallas Texas, you should know that there are things you can do to increase your home’s value before you sell. Start by going through your home and looking for any areas or items that could stand to be replaced or repaired. Invest the money to update outdated items if possible and to repair any trouble areas. This investment should enable you to get more out of your home when you do sell.

You may also wish to add things to your custom home Dallas Texas in order to increase value. Simple touches like a new fence, an alarm system, and more can all increase value.

If you would like to learn more about selling custom homes Dallas Texas and how you can get more money out of your sell, consider speaking with the knowledgeable professionals at Bauhaus Custom Homes.

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Why You Should Start Working with a Dallas Custom Home Builder

Have you always wanted to build your own home but were unable to due to financial reasons? Well, believe it or not, now is a wonderful time to work with a Dallas custom home builder, even if you’re on a budget. It’s no secret that the economy is in crisis, and everyone, including Dallas custom builders, seems to have taken a hit. There is one positive in this situation, however, and that is the fact that many builders are offering to build homes at lower rates than ever before, allowing you to get the home you’ve always wanted at a fraction of the usual cost.

Even with the lowered rates, most people will still need to secure some kind of financing in order to work with a Dallas custom home builder. Believe it or not, getting financing is also easier than it has been in recent years, so you’re in a win-win situation.

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Modern Homes Dallas: Staying Up On The Latest Trends

No one wants to live in a home that’s old and outdated or that looks that way. Unfortunately, however, if you’re not up to speed on the latest trends in modern homes in Dallas, you could end up with a home that looks, at least stylistically, much older than it is. Keep in mind, however, that there is a difference between “classic” and old. While it’s fine to do something traditional, you simply want to avoid anything that looks dated or is reminiscent of a particular time period or out-of-fashion architectural style.

One feature that you might want to include to give off a modern homes Dallas kind of vibe is large windows. Big windows that create an open, friendly looking space are very popular right now, especially cozy bay windows that offer a wonderful place to curl up and relax. For an extra contemporary look, have the windows placed in a non-traditional way.

Reasons to Work with a Dallas Home Builder

When it comes to buying a house, there are so many things to think about and consider. You have to assess the safety of the neighborhood your potential new home is in, whether or not the house needs repairs or any other kind of work done, whether or not your back yard is big enough for your children to play or your pets to run, and a million other things. Of course, these worries only apply when you’re buying an already-built home. They fly right out the window if you choose to work with a Dallas home builder.

Home builders in Dallas get rid of your worries by allowing you to create your ideal home from scratch. You can put it in the neighborhood you like, space permitting of course, and buy a plot of land that’s just perfect for you and your family. Barhaus Custom Homes can help you to design a home that won’t need any modifications but that will simply be perfect for you from the very start.