Homebuilding Tips

Meet the Hankel Family: Building a Custom Mt. Rainier Plan

Posted by Kari Montoya on Aug 25, 2021 8:00:00 AM

Topics: Build a Custom Home, Custom Home Design, Custom Home Washington, Homebuilding Tips, Floor Plans, Design, Custom Homes, Finding Land, Homeowner Testimonial, FAQs, value, manufactured homes, investment home

There are many ‘something specials’ about the Pacific Northwest: lush valley living, outdoor recreation, community gardens, woodsy trails, and hidden waterfalls that surprise and delight. Raising a family in Washington State is a gift—and one that the Hankel Family wanted to take full advantage of.

The Value of Attending a Building 101 Seminar

Posted by Kari Montoya on Aug 24, 2021 11:30:00 AM

For years, Adair Homes has hosted a popular in-person Building 101 workshop for those exploring the ins and outs of custom home construction. It’s the perfect place to ask experts anything and everything about new home construction, including: how to finance a build, how to work with a Home Ownership Counselor to design and execute a construction plan, and how to create equity through our unique homeowner-inclusive building process.

A New Home Solution in Today's Housing Market

Posted by Kari Montoya on Jul 16, 2021 9:30:00 AM

Many homebuyers today are wondering how they’ll be able to afford the new home they’re looking for thanks to the soaring residential resale prices. Multiple offer scenarios coupled with a lack of available inventory has led to the perfect real estate storm. There simply aren't enough homes available for the sheer number of buyers on the market right now.

But guess what? There’s another solution.

What to Know About Countertop Options

Posted by Kari Montoya on Jul 13, 2021 10:11:46 AM

Adair's Purchasing Manager, Brent Tompkins, was interviewed by Family Handyman Magazine, where he describes the style and functionality differences in various countertop options. With so many options to choose from in your new custom home, it can feel a bit overwhelming. Get an idea of what material might work best for your family in this new blog!

Discovering the Style of Your Inner Decorator

Posted by Morgan Roskam on Jul 7, 2021 11:00:00 AM

A home is so much more than merely the house you live in. A home represents a way of life, a style, personality—in short, a home represents YOU.

So, while building a home can be rather straightforward, designing the spaces within can feel daunting. Some of us are born influencers—but others need a little direction. If this is you, rest easy. We’re in this together, and we can point you in the right direction.

The Before & After of a Josephine Craftsman: Customizing Your Home After Move-in

Posted by Kari Montoya on Jul 3, 2021 10:00:00 AM

Back in 2015, Evan and Jacquelyn Brown built Adair Home’s first Josephine craftsman plan in Tangent, Oregon. The open-concept plan has since become one of our most popular choices. At the heart of this home is the Great Room and Kitchen, all-in-one. It allows a family to be together, and yet, be involved in different activities. “I love being in one room and knowing where our kids are,” says Jacquelyn. "It’s the perfect plan for entertaining friends and family."

Adding Value to Your Home: DIY Wainscoting

Posted by Morgan Roskam on Jun 21, 2021 10:15:00 AM

Bathrooms can increase your home value - on average people spend 20k on a midrange bathroom renovation. These renovations recoup 67% of their costs. But it actually doesn’t take that much money to take your bathroom to the next level. In this blog we will teach you how to install affordable wainscoting panels that will add that special touch to the room. Wainscoting is also a popular design in formal dining rooms and dens. This type of project is relatively quick and doable in a weekend.

Build Your Dream: Customizing a Tamarack Plan

Posted by Kari Montoya on May 28, 2021 7:00:00 AM

The Tamarack is one of Adair Homes most often chosen plans; highly liveable and customizable, it allows each customer to make it their own. As every project presents its own celebrations and challenges, it’s fun to take an inside look into one couples homebuilding journey with the Tamarack plan.

The Excavation Process with Adair Homes Trade Partner, Norwood Excavation

Posted by Kari Montoya on May 27, 2021 8:56:40 AM

Dirt moving, as they say in the industry, might sound boring to some—but don’t tell that to any kid who used to love their Tonka Trucks. And, considering how important ‘dirt moving’ is to any construction site—we’d have to say that excavation is one of the most important parts of the entire site development process. Steady, accurate excavation jobs lead to strong foundations, and ultimately, beautiful, well-built homes.

Pro Team Profile: Wess Roberts, Regional Sales Manager

Posted by Kari Montoya on May 25, 2021 12:56:07 PM

Wess Roberts, Regional Sales Manager for all of Adair’s Oregon homebuilding sales, is a dynamic leader with a passion for his job. His ability to connect with his team, inspire growth, and exceed goals are why we celebrate him. At Adair, we understand that our employees are our greatest assets. We are better because of the people that we work with. Thank you, Wess Roberts—we acknowledge your leadership and hard work—and we are assured that your experience with Adair has inspired others to greatness, too.

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