Why Now Makes Sense to Build

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The message is simple. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, let’s build it. There are only 3,800 homes on the market—the lowest number we’ve seen in years—so we’re getting calls daily from agents and consumers asking what inventory homes we have available, but we sold out of them a month ago. This type of market makes it the perfect time to build.

With the supply of homes so low, it’s especially challenging to find everything you want in an existing home. Don’t end up settling! It makes sense now more than ever to build. At Charleston Homes we offer seven floor plans at a variety of price points whether it’s a ranch, two story or 1½ story. To date, we’ve built in more than 60 neighborhoods and can find the perfect lot in the perfect neighborhood for you.

Best of all, you can personalize your home, rather than settle for what an existing home has to offer. Your home will reflect your personality because you can customize it to meet your tastes and needs. There are so many options from three-car garages, brick or stone fronts, a media room, finished loft, and more. Once you move in, we’ll ensure you’re satisfied by checking in with you 60 days later to see if you have concerns and then again 11 months later. We stand behind every home we build.  

If you’re out looking for a home, visit one of our model complexes. We’d love to talk with you at our new models in Pebblebrooke at 174th and Highway 370 or our models in Saddlebrook at 150th and Fort. Our model hours are Monday through Thursday 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday to Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. You can also reach us at Pebblebrooke at (402) 502-5600 and at Saddlebrook at (402) 934-2212. We look forward to seeing you!

What Makes the Huntington Stand Out

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Our 1½ story—the Huntington—has an updated design. You can see it at our model complex in Pebblebrooke at 174th and Highway 370. There are not many 1½ stories in Omaha, but we can build the Huntington anywhere in Omaha and the surrounding areas. You won’t be disappointed.

So what’s new in the plan? The heart of the home, the kitchen features more cabinets and a new setup that makes it more spacious. Tying the kitchen into the family room makes it a very open floor plan. The front room, could be a formal dining room or living room while the rest of the first floor features an owner’s retreat, with a more spacious bedroom and bathroom than in the previous layout. With two bedrooms and a spacious loft upstairs, the Huntington is one of the most functional plans we have. Top off all this space with an unfinished basement that offers multiple configurations such as a bedroom or a big open space with lots of storage and you can have the home of your dreams.

To give it your own personality, you can customize the exterior and interior to meet your needs and tastes. The Huntington, which has a total of 2,631 square feet of finished space above grade, typically sells in the $220,000 to $270,000 range.

We’d love to visit with you at our new models in Pebblebrooke at 174th and Highway 370 or our models in Saddlebrook at 150th and Fort. Our model hours are Monday through Thursday 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday to Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. You can also reach us at Pebblebrooke at (402) 502-5600 and at Saddlebrook at (402) 934-2212. We look forward to seeing you!

Easy Do-It-Yourself Project Takes Care of Concrete Cracks and Joints

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Over time, winter weather can take a toll on your driveway.  Spring is a great time to tackle any damage and prevent problems in the future.  All you need is a hose, caulk, caulk gun, spray bottle, soap and water, and a rag.  Here’s a quick look at what causes the cracks, why you should caulk the joints, and the steps you can take.

To get started, wash out your garage and your driveway when the nice weather arrives.  You can use a power washer or a garden hose with a sprayer attached.  Start at the back of the garage and work forward.  Do the same with the driveway by starting at the top of the driveway.  Be sure to remove any debris and dirt, paying extra attention to the joints.  Wait a day or two for the concrete to thoroughly dry before applying any caulking, to ensure proper adhesion.

Beyond cracks, your driveway may have also experienced heaving where the concrete at the joints gets pushed up.  The entire driveway is sectioned off into joints that need to be caulked.  Last year, Omaha experienced a heavy frost in mid-December.  At that point there was a lot of moisture, rain and snow.  What happened was the ground got saturated and then froze, which then could have caused heaving.  So by caulking joints you’ll prevent extra moisture, whether it’s rain or snow melt, from getting under the concrete, freezing and pushing it up.

Keep in mind that if you’re not handy or too busy there are companies that can do this for you.  Otherwise, it’s a do-it-yourself project.  Here’s how.  To fill the cracks, cut the caulk tip about 1/8 to /14” in width and place it in the caulk gun.  The brand Vulkem works well.  To seal the cracks, apply the caulking based on how wide the crack is.  To fill the joints, apply a bead the width of the joint and about two feet in length.  Use a spray bottle with a soap and water mixture to spray on the caulk and your finger.  Spray the applied caulk and then smooth it out with your finger.  If there is excessive caulk, wipe it down with a rag. Continue in two feet areas until all the driveway control joints have been filled.  Remember to go slow and apply evenly. If you need to stop and take a break, do so.  The important part is to give the joints uniform coverage.

We hope you find these tips helpful.  Don’t hesitate to call us if you need anything and please come out to see our new models in Pebblebrooke at 174th and Highway 370 and our models in Saddlebrook at 150th and Fort.  You can reach us at Pebblebrooke at (402) 502-5600 and at Saddlebrook at (402) 934-2212.  We look forward to seeing you!