Despite modern innovations in architecture and building materials, homeowners are inexorably drawn back to the rustic charm of timber homes. There is something about the natural, cozy aspect of heavy timber siding that modern materials simply cannot match. To help customers achieve their dream timber home, providers such as Hearthstone Homes are able to maximize […]
A study implemented by the US Dept. of Energy’s – Oak Ridge National Laboratory, has demonstrated that a 4-inch SIP panels outperforms 2″x4″ stick and batt construction. Not only that, it even outperforms 2″x6″ construction when comparing thermal performance. A SIP panels provides the structural components. There are no braces or studs to cause openings […]
1) Money Back Guarantee: It is difficult to develop a guarantee or warranty for a log or timber frame home. All of the ones we know about are just from third party warranty companies that are filled with legalese and loopholes. We can provide one of them just as easily as any other company. But, […]
The traditional design and use of the “barn” have evolved tremendously over the years. However, no matter what, the feeling created by a barn structure continues to bring us back to our roots of yesteryear. Whether you prefer traditional style horse barns or modern barn home, these multi-purpose structures are hard to surpass. Any exterior look or architectural […]
POST BUILDING PERMIT NO INSPECTIONS WILL BE MADE IF BUILDING PERMIT IS NOT POSTED. CONSTRUCTION MUST COMMENCE IN A TIMELY MANNER. If construction has not commenced within 6 months of the permit issue date the permit will be invalid and fees shall not be refunded or applied to a new permit or if work is […]
To receive a “Certificate of Occupancy” and move in to your new orremodeled home requires that Building Code specifications have been met. When it comes to windows and doors, these requirements often include terms like “egress”, ”tempering” and “DP ratings” that may be unfamiliar to you. “Egress” is the window size dictated for bedrooms with […]
OFF THE GRID – ABLE TO FUNCTION IN GRID EMERGENCY “Before designing the home pictured above, I read one of Bill McKibben’s books and he speaks, at one point, about green features being planned into a home to every extent affordably possible. ‘If you cannot go off the grid, remain grid tied, and utilize every […]
It means different things to different people, professionals and layman alike; It could mean: 1) All costs by heated sq.ft 2) All costs by total sq.ft. under roof ( garage, guest house, covered porches, outside kitchen, etc.) 3) All costs for the house only: (grading, decks, porches, underground power, well, septic, paving, landscaping, entry gates, etc. […]
WITH THE QUALITY, CREATIVE, EXPERIENCED BUILDER IN WESTERN NC! VISIT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL Mountain Construction is a residential Custom Home Builder local to Boone, Blowing Rock, Banner Elk, Linville, and Lake James, NC. We specialize in New Home Construction, Remodeling and Historic Restoration as well as porches, decks and additions. We are NAHB Certified Green […]