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
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
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