What Does It Means When Tile Cracks?

Cracks in the home is a common problem, but sometimes it's not really a problem at all. Many times cracks in the home are simply there and very often they are made evident in tile. Tile is very brittle and cracks under the slightest pressure or movement. These hairline cracks can cut across a floor, but may not be visible in the brick and mortar or the foundation. The fact of the matter is cracks like these have been there for a very long period of time, but it is only now with the installation of large pieces of floor tile that they have become more noticeable. "The crack has been in there since it was p…

What Is in Your Building Envelope?

When beginning the construction of your new custom home, you shouldn't simply think about how beautiful the home will look, but how well it is constructed and if it meets certain standards. Your building envelope is extremely important. Having a builder who cares about the integrity of your home as much as you do is also very important. So ensuring your building envelope comes with more than just four walls and a roof means you should be working with a custom home builder that exceeds the minimum standards…

Houston Home Building Seminar 9/13 | FREE to the Public

You're Invited to Attend a Seminar - Register Today to Reserve Your Seat Are you thinking about building a home but you're not sure where to start? Join Design Tech Homes' CEO, Mike Feigin, for our FREE educational seminar as he shares his knowledge and expertise on how to prepare to build on your lot! Gain information about site planning, green construction techniques and more. Our casual setting allows you to sit back, relax and ask as many questions as you want! Our next seminar takes place Saturday, September 13, 2014 from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM. Click HERE for more information and to RSVP for this event n…

From Daydream to Dream Home: Building a Concept for Your Custom Home

You've been dreaming of designing and building your own custom home for years and you have lots of ideas. But if you're like most potential homeowners, you also have limitations, like a budget, building site parameters and some community or zoning restrictions. You know you need to marry your dreams with those realities but you don't want to give up on your idea of a dream home. Now is the time for concept-building…

Choosing the Best Lot for Your Custom Home

A favorite view or great location is often the original inspiration for those who decide to build their own home. But a great view won't save you if it happens to be from a plot of land with major problems. Following these guidelines can help you make sure you're choosing the best lot for your dream home:…

Design Tech Homes to Host Realtor Seminar

This coming Tuesday, Aug. 14, from 1 to 3 p.m., Design Tech Homes will be hosting its DTH Realtors Class to discuss and demonstrate how local realtors can utilize MainStreet America as their hub to meet potential clients and how they can sell DTH homes. The free seminar will also provide free MSA memberships to licensed real estate agents…

Why Your Soil Matters in the Home Building Process

When you think about it, does soil really have much to do with your home? If soil is tracked into the house, it is quickly swept out or vacuumed. Good soil is commonly thought to be only ideal for planting a garden, bushes, flowers and trees. But did you know that the richness of your soil has a lot to do with how your home will be built and not simply how well your grass will grow?…

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