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Well… it’s that time of the year. Kids are back in school and life is getting back into a “normal” rhythm. I know our website has been quite for a while, but we at EGC Custom Homes have been hard at work, building, designing and planning for upcoming projects. We currently have one of the coolest …

So I just got out of interesting meeting with a potential client and the discussion came up about tankless hot water heaters and are they always the best solution to any given situation? Simple answer is NO! There never is “a” best solution to any given situation.

For us, Green Building and Remodeling is all about efficiency. There’s efficiency in managing resources, construction waste and of course…. using energy. How do we  know how efficient our existing homes are before we start a remodel? And how do we know if the improvements we made worked as anticipated? Answer: A Home Energy Audit. …

EGC utilizes the best subcontractors and craftsmen in the area and we employ the best information technology available to the construction industry today. This ensures the highest standards of quality control, cost control and communication with you, our client. Construction cost control Weekly billing statement outlining current budget, cost to complete and the percentage complete …

Post-construction phase EGC’s commitment to client satisfaction extends far beyond the completion of construction. We want to ensure that you enjoy your new residence for years to come. Post-construction services include: Detailed walk-through and client education on their new residence Warranties according to the TRCC – 1 year for workmanship, 2 years for all mechanical …

Today I attended the first day of a seminar titled “Green Building for Building Professionals” which is a mandatory course for the NAHB’s new “Certified Green Professional” (CGP) designation. It is held as part of the NAHB’s National Green Building Conference in Dallas, TX. Being mainly involved with the LEED for Homes standard in the …