If you are considering building a new custom home, or remodeling your existing home on Cape Cod, then there is one critical piece of information that you will want to know... how much will this project cost?   REEF is a custom builder on Cape Cod, and offers complete design/build services for new construction, remodeling, and tear-down and re-build projects.   We have recently produced a construction cost guide which will give potential clients a good idea of what their project might cost.  We have tailored the information to suit basic small homes, through highly detailed, well-appointed custom homes, and renovation projects.  This is critical information for potential customers who are planning a project over the next several months.   Click below to download our guide!!

    The recession over the last few years resulted in dramatic changes in the Building, Remodeling, and Renovation market on Cape Cod.  Homeowners made decisions to do projects that would add long-lasting value.  Nationally, the trends were the same, and recently US News published an article discussing this very issue.  They found that the 3 most popular investments were In-Law apartments, Kitchen renovations, and Outdoor Living spaces. As Custom Home Builder and Design firm here on Cape Cod, we have noticed similar trends.

Here is the complete Article from US News: http://money.usnews.com/money/personal-finance/articles/2012/01/30/3-recession-home-remodeling-trends-likely-to-stick-around

  REEF, Cape Cod's Home Builder had done a lot of work in the Eastham area.  Eastham is a great town that offers both bay side and ocean beaches, and a lot of fun activities for the summer. We found a great blog covering real estate and other fun things about Eastham.  If you are thinking of buying land, or a new home, this blog from Bob Sheldon has a lot of good information. 

Click here to see the latest posting from Bob Sheldon: Bob Sheldon's Eastham Blog

  When people think of designing a home, they always think of the exterior, kitchen, living spaces, and bathrooms or bedrooms.  But there are other essential spaces in a home that can add both character and utility.  Mudrooms are often overlooked when designing a new home, renovation or remodeling project.  These are great spaces that provide storage and convenience, especially on rainy or snowy days.  Here are some great ideas from Decoist.com that might help when thinking of your next Cape Cod Remodeling Project: http://www.decoist.com/2012-07-16/how-to-design-a-practical-mudroom/

   We found some interesting information about interior design and interior decorating for the home.  Did you know that in many cases men spend more time decorating than women do?  These are kind of fun little statistics and might help in the decision making process for your next renovation or remodeling project. 

Here is the article from Freshome.com : http://freshome.com/2012/07/03/what-people-buy-purchasing-trends-in-home-decor-infographic/

   A garage addition is a great way to add space to your home, and add value.  Attached or detached garages are a simple and quick project that can be completed in a few months.  At REEF, we can custom design a garage to complement any style of home.  We have done several garage projects in the past year and the results were great!!

Here is an article with some more tips for your next garage project:

http://blog.propertytutors.com/2011/08/renovation-tips-for-adding-a-garage/?utm_source=ch&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=recycle

    Outdoor living spaces, and especially decks are used almost every day in the summer.  At REEF, Cape Cod's Home Builder, we are often called in to look at expanding or updating old tired decks for summer use. There are a number of great products available to update your deck ranging from a simple coat of paint, power washing, or new decking surfaces.  One of our favorite products is AZEK decking, which is extremely durable, looks great, and is available in a variety of colors. 

Here is an articl from decoist.com with some more ideas for renovating your deck for summer:http://www.decoist.com/2012-06-21/how-to-update-your-deck-for-summer/

Summer is in full swing on the Cape! If you are going to spend another summer in that tiny, cramped, tired, and hot little cottage, you might want to consider a new cottage by REEF.   REEF offers complete design and construction services for remodeling, new construction and renovation work.  We also have our Cottage Collection which is a series of plans designed specifically for small lots.  So if you love where you live, and but you need more space, or just a new, energy efficient and low maintenance home, a project with REEF might be just the answer.

Click below if you want to learn more about our affordable Cottage Collection

Here is the link to our cottage collection:Cottage Collection

    REEF, Cape Cod's Home Builder is a design and construction firm, and as such, we are constantly looking at the design trends nationwide for new and fresh ideas.  Whether remodeling, or building new, a smart design that meets  your aesthetic,  lifestyle, and budget needs is always the ultimate goal. Here are some new designs that national production builders are using to spark new home sales.  Although some of these designs may not fit in your ideal Cape Cod neighborhood, many of the concepts and floor plans could be used in your next project.  Take a look !

http://www.housingzone.com/design/5-design-concepts-spark-new-home-sales

   The summer is a great time to get ahead on some important home maintenance.  Energy efficiency improvements, exterior cleaning and repairs, and pruning and landscaping are all smart investments in the summer. It is also a great time to schedule your heating system cleaning and maintenance for the year.  Don't get caught in October or November on that first cold night with a broken furnace or boiler. Also, there are still a lot of incentives available for energy efficiency upgrades like insulation, doors, and windows, and new heating and cooling equipment.

If you would like to find out more about the incentives available, please contact us:

Here are some other maintenance tips from msn.com: http://realestate.msn.com/july-home-maintenance-checklist