Speaking with some potential customers has revealed some interesting topics of discussion. One such topic is the option of installing a geothermal heating/cooling system, or a traditional HVAC system. With a 30% energy tax credit off the final price, a geothermal...

TIP 1: Get an Energy Audit

Before we get into the nitty-gritty, we should mention that the best way to get your home operating at its maximum efficiency is to hire a professional BPI certified energy rater to evaluate your spaces. This person will conduct what’s called...

1. HEALTHY INDOOR AIR 

Change furnace filters once a month during the winter season. Once every 3 months is the minimum. 

2. EXTRA INSULATION 

Attic spaces must be properly sealed, ventilated and insulated with a minimum of 12-15 inches of blown-in insulation. Otherwise...

Nell Homes has spent a lot of time at the building department of Medina County, Ohio. Reviewing plans, permit applications, and code compliance is all part of the building process, not to mention, the right way to do things. Nell Homes is registered with Medina County...

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Good Experience, Good Margin

Remodeling and custom home building are similar in that both are ‘high touch’ relationships. Not to say that production home building is not high touch; but there is a gap. People who build one-of-a-kind custom houses expect a lot of your t...