This question gets asked a great deal and the answer is driven by the market and current material prices. Generally speaking, building up tends to be less expensive than a basement. That said, not too long ago, lumber was at an all-time high and basements were the better option. Check with your builder and they can advise you on the pros, cons, and cost of each.
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Can I build a new home in the winter?
Cedar City has relatively minor winters and we can usually build all year long. Building in the winter can be slightly more expensive since the home needs to be heated during construction to ensure th...
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Important Elements of a Contract
When you are sitting down with your contractor to finalize the home you are building, they will most likely bring a contract for you to sign. Many folks will sign the contract without really understan...
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Cost Plus Contracts, Part 2
Shared Savings Shared savings is a necessary part of the cost plus agreement. For most Contractors, they will understand their fiduciary responsibility to the Owner and will act responsibly with spen...
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Leading With Your Core Values
In February 2020, Roger Thomas was a featured guest speaker on the Live Your Light podcast. The podcast focuses on spiritual and practical tools to help people design the life of their dream...
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It's Not Easy Being Green
As soon as Kermit the Frog sang “It’s Not Easy Being Green” on national T.V., this phrase entered our pop culture and has been used and overused ever since. But, it does fit with today’s topic of Gree...
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