There are some new names surfacing when people talk about homebuilding today—and they’re not the kind of names we’ve associated with homebuilding in the past. When the names of Apple and Tesla have surfaced, most of us have thought in terms of computers, smart phones, and electric cars.  My how things have changed! 

There’s ancient wisdom that says, “There’s nothing new under the sun.” The originator of that phrase was doubtless very wise, but he probably wasn’t talking about new products for the home. There are new products out there that nobody could have conceived of 10 years ago—much less thousands of years ago. Maybe nobody is reinventing the wheel, but there are some pretty interesting ideas out there!

One of the reasons people relocate to the Poconos is to enjoy the greenery that surrounds them so much of the year. But there’s another kind of “green” that can help homeowners use less energy, save on utilities, and be a little easier on the green that grows outside their homes. Whether you’re building a new custom home in the Poconos or remodeling and existing home, here are four simple ways to use less energy and save money—while lessening your impact on the environment.

We’ve all known “high-maintenance” people. They constantly need attention or they begin to fall apart. Your home in the Poconos is a little bit like that (but less annoying). The fact is that homes do need constant maintenance. And by taking a little bit of time and effort to maintain your home, you can avoid some major discomfort and expense down the road. Not everything has to be done at once, but there are a number of things you’ll want to stay on top of throughout the year.

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?

NAHB, 2014 - Members of the National Association of Home Builders’ (NAHB) Log Homes Council (LHC) are celebrating National Log Home Open House Month in July by hosting home tours, log raising demonstrations, factory tours, seminars and much more. This marks the third anniversary of the national event for the LHC members.

"This month, we welcome builders and home buyers to celebrate National Log Home Month by attending our special events and factory tours across the U.S.," said Log Homes Council Chairman Doug Terrell of Blue Ridge Log Cabins in Campbello, S.C. “Log homes offer many unique characteristics that consumers can fully appreciate once they step inside.”

An infographic from Green Building Canada outlining the many environmental, financial and health reasons to build green.

Spring has sprung—it’s time to get cleaning! A thorough cleaning of your home will not only provide a fresh start to the season, it will also help to improve the energy efficiency of your home. Check out this infographic from Ambit Energy for all the details on energy-saving spring cleaning.

What exactly is bamboo flooring? This eco-friendly option is a safe and healthy alternative to other types of flooring which contain artificial and potentially harmful components. Take a closer look at green flooring options from this Franklin flooring company infographic.