How Demlang Solves Home Construction Shortages and Delays Product shortages, backorders, and other supply chain issues continue to create trouble in the home construction industry (and virtually every other industry). In a recent blog post, we detailed the many factors contributing to the ongoing supply chain disruption. Although these may affect the build timeline of…
Fixing Foggy Windows Protects Your Home The weather is changing, temperatures are dropping, and you suddenly notice that the windows in your new home look foggy. What gives? Windows can develop condensation on the interior or exterior glass surface if the conditions are right. It’s important to understand what causes window condensation, how you can…
Adding Value To Your New Home Through Value Engineering All new homeowners want the best possible home within the constraints of their budget. One critical step to get the best “bang for your buck” is to work with a builder (like Demlang!) that practices value engineering, a systematic approach to construction that seeks to reduce…
How Surprising Shortages and Delays Impact New Builds Even as the world largely returns to normal post-COVID, supply chain issues continue to be a top news item in 2021. First, it was the now-infamous toilet paper shortage. It seems like nearly every product category has been affected since then. While this can be a source…
We recently made the annual trip down to Las Vegas to attend the NAHB International Builders Show (IBS) and met with a number of vendors from across the building industry. From appliances to insulation, plumbing fixtures to flooring, IBS is jam-packed with the latest and greatest in the home design and remodeling marketplace.
Restrictions Benefit Homeowners, But Also Cause Delays Spring brings a lot of changes: new growth, less snow, more sunshine. And, in cold northern locations like Wisconsin, spring also brings policy changes for our road system. Beginning Monday, March 8, 2021, many municipalities in the Milwaukee metropolitan area will begin enforcing weight limits on local roads.…
2021 Housing Market Conditions Make New Construction a Smart Move Anyone who has looked into buying a home recently knows that the pickings are slim in the existing home market. Homes are selling lightning fast, sometimes sight unseen, and competition for available options is fierce. If you’re in the market for a new home, you…
When you’re thinking about buying or building a new home, finances are always top of mind. Securing the right mortgage at the right time can mean saving thousands of dollars or paying down your debt faster than you thought possible. Fortunately, as of January 2021, the mortgage market is very favorable for homebuyers. Here’s how you can make the most of current mortgage interest rates to build your beautiful new home.