In our last post, we discussed contractor punch lists. Keeping on the theme of industry terms, this post will cover the term "contractor change order". The term “change order” is common to those that have built a home and also cause heartburn to
What Is a Contractor Punch List?
If you have gone through a construction project in Scottsdale AZ, whether it is a new custom home build, a home remodel, or a commercial project, you understand the term “contractor punch list.” But for those of you who may have just heard the term,
Energy Efficient Window Options
Significant gains in energy efficient products have made living in the heat of the Sonoran Desert more palpable and more cost efficient. One of the products that you can incorporate into your home that has seen continuing advancements in reducing
Social Media for Contractors
As with any other business, social media can and should be an extremely valuable resource for contractors, whether you are a custom home builder, home remodeler, or commercial contractor. There are several reasons to employ social media and when
How to Prepare for a Home Remodeling Project?
Completing a home remodel can be both exciting and stressful. Taking appropriate steps to prepare for your remodel can help your project go more smoothly. Below we will share some tips that will help both you and your general contractor when
How Long Does It Take to Build a Custom Home In Scottsdale AZ?
Whether you have always dreamed of building a custom home in the Phoenix area, or it has become a better option than finding the right existing home, the custom home buiding process is exciting, but can also be stressful. Understanding the timeline
Hidden Costs of Building a House Series: Part 3 – Plan Review and Permitting
In our previous two posts, we discussed the “hidden” costs of building a home during the initial phase leading up to closing on your lot followed by costs associated with the design phase. In this last post of the series, we will discuss the various
Hidden Costs of Building a House: Part 2 – Design Phase
In part one of this series, we discussed the hidden costs of building a house, especially first-time home builders will generally encounter during the time period that runs from prior to closing until the design phase begins. There are a number of
Hidden Costs of Building a House: Part 1 – Land Surveys and Pre-Planning
When making the decision of whether or not to build a new home, most people understand and consider the cost of the lot and the obvious buildings costs. However, there many “hidden costs of building a house" that people either overlook or are
Accessibility Considerations
A few weeks ago, we were approached about putting together a blog post on the topic of accessibility considerations when planning your construction project. As this is a topic that many people do not consider or think about when planning their
Phoenix Home Maintenance Tips For Summer
With the calendar flipping over into June, we are getting into the full swing of summer. As everyone knows, when you talk about summer in Phoenix, you are talking about extreme heat. In this blog, we will go over some basic home maintenance tips to
Design Trends In Phoenix for 2018
In our previous AFT Construction post, we began discussing design trends for 2018 by focusing on the kitchen. In this post, we will expand our discussion to include trends throughout the home that we will see in AFT Construction for 2018. Design
Kitchen Design Trends in Phoenix for 2018
In celebration of the new year 2018, we are dedicating a few blog posts to the building and design trends we will see the remainder of this year and beyond. In this post, we will focus on the kitchen design trends. Kitchen Design Trends for 2018 It
How Your Roof Impacts Your Homeowners Insurance
We are going to do something a little different for this blog post. A few weeks ago we were approached by QuoteWizard about doing a post on how roofs can impact the cost and your ability to obtain a homeowners insurance. So this post will be a guest
AFT Construction Awarded Best Of Houzz Design and Service 2018
AFT CONSTRUCTION Awarded Best Of Houzz Design and Service 2018 Over 40 Million Monthly Unique Users Nominated Best Home Building, Remodeling and Design Professionals in North America and Around the World [SCOTTSDALE, Arizona], February 5, 2018 –
Sustainable and Green Building Materials
A few weeks ago, we were approached about doing a blog post on using sustainable and green building materials as the demand and selection of such materials continues to increase. However, many of these materials have yet to reach the mainstream with
Garage Storage and Organization
With the beginning of the new year and the holiday season behind us, it will soon be time for the annual spring cleaning ritual many of us adhere to. A great project to consider this year is to clear out that clutter in your garage and install an
Arizona Outdoor Kitchen Design
In AFT Construction’s previous blog post, we provided some ways to turn your ordinary backyard into a sanctuary with creating an outdoor kitchen as one of the suggestions. In this post, we will dive deeper into the planning considerations, features
Making Your Backyard a Sanctuary Near Phoenix
It is no secret that Arizona is ranked at the top of states with the most days of sunshine per year. One of the benefits of living in the Phoenix AZ area is the climate with mild winters and an abundance of sunshine, which makes outdoor living a big
Overseeding For Year-Round Green Grass
In Arizona, we are blessed to have an abundance of sunshine and weather that affords the opportunity to have a yard full of green grass throughout the year. However, with the extreme heat in the summer and mild winters, two types of grass and a