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HOME OWNER TIPS
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Reclaimed and Historical Building Materials a Hit Among Home Improvers
 Everyone is going green these days. That's good news for the environment and for homeowners. In fact, a new movement to re-use used building materials is picking up steam among home improvers, contractors and builders. Of course, homeowners who re-use used building materials will also find themselves saving the other kind of green...used materials typically cost more than 50% less than brand new materials. Plus, used materials can add a rugged, historic look to a home project.
Read more about using reclaimed and historical building materials here.
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| PROJECT OF THE MONTH |
1. Mahogany Front Porch
2. Staircase with Newel Posts
3. Custom Kitchen 4. Bathroom with Green Onyx |
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HOW TO BUILD...
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| The Right Way:
Confirming references. A builder's reputation is one of the most important things they have. What other people say about a builder will either drive them to either be a success or a failure. All builders have references - it's just a question of whether they are good or bad references. Either way, you'll never know unless you check them. If your prospective builder hesitates in the least when you ask to speak with previous clients, that should be a major warning to you. At Monmouth Custom Builders, we have a long list of happy clients as well as several videos of them talking about their experience working with us on their new construction, remodeling or renovation.
The Wrong Way:
Not checking references yourself. Don't rely on a letter or fancy brochure to confirm a builder's reputation. You're setting your project up for failure by not checking your builder's references yourself. New home construction, remodeling or renovations are big projects with large budgets and huge consequences. Performing your due diligence as a homeowner is your responsibility. Checking references is an important part of that due diligence. |
