Stunning vistas of woodlands and lakes and living off the beaten path are just a couple of things that draw potential homeowners to the Poconos to build a dream home. But when you’re considering building a custom home in the Poconos there’s more to choosing the right lot than simply nice views out the back window!

Maybe you’ve been considering building a new home in the Poconos for some time. But before you pick a floor plan or sign a contract there are three things you need to know. These three things are something that real estate agents have trumpeted for years: “Location, location, location!”

A lot of time and effort goes into thinking and planning before you even begin building your new home in the Poconos. A lot of that time will be spent thinking about how you want your home to look and feel. And while the exterior of your home may be the “face” of your home—it’s what’s inside that really matters.

Mention the Poconos to people at this time of year and skiing comes to mind almost immediately. There are plenty of opportunities to take advantage of the winter fun in the Poconos when the flakes start to fly. And a lot of the ski resorts in the area don’t even wait for Mother Nature to bring on the snow—they make it themselves!

If you’ve thought about building a custom home in the Poconos (whether it’s a vacation home, a second home, a retirement property, or your primary residence), you’ve probably given a lot of thought to why you want to be in the area. But have you given much thought to the design of the house itself?

“Any time of year is a good time to visit the Pocono Mountains in Pennsylvania.” That’s a pretty bold statement! Maybe you’re tempted to respond with, “Says, who?” It turns out that quote came from Frederica Dunn of the Washington Times.

Individuals looking to build a custom home spend a lot of time looking at plans, considering locations, and even mentally decorating their dream homes (while they’re still in the dream stage). Those are all good things.

Sometimes trying to figure out what home prices are doing in the Poconos area is a bit like trying to nail jell-o to a tree! It depends on the specific area you’re looking at and on the kind of house you’re considering. Even then, prices can bounce around quite a bit.

As builders in the Poconos we see an increased awareness about energy-efficient homes—and an increased demand for homes that are easier on our resources. Maybe it’s not the first thing you think about when considering a new home in this beautiful area, but here are three reasons you should think about energy efficiency for your new home in the Poconos.

These days you read a lot about energy-efficient homes. But what does that really mean? How can you accurately compare one home’s efficiency against another?  And what does that matter when it comes to your home in the Poconos?