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Helpful Articles To Help
Design, Maintain or Purchase A New Home in Des Moines


How to Choose a Home Builder
When you begin building your dream home, one of the most important things is choosing the right home builder. There are many options out...

Scott Van Zee
Jan 29, 2017


Energy Efficiency Tips with Big Savings
Heating and cooling accounts for a large percentage of the energy use in a typical home. Whether you are living in one of our brand new...

Scott Van Zee
Oct 7, 2016


Why a New Home is Better
A new home today in Des Moines built by a quality home builder has better components, materials and construction practices. New homes...

Scott Van Zee
Oct 5, 2016


Flooring Basics
Carpeting: Given proper care, the carpeting in your home will provide years of use. You should vacuum at least once a week using a...

Scott Van Zee
Sep 27, 2016


HVAC Principles
Thermostats keep your home at even temperature throughout. Individual room temperature may vary and be regulated by adjusting registers...

Scott Van Zee
Sep 26, 2016


Benefits of New Construction
There are many benefits to purchasing a new home. Here are just a few. Be sure to check out our full article Why Buy a New Home Do it...

Scott Van Zee
Aug 25, 2016


Financing Tips
Here are some tips from our banking partners to help you avoid difficulties and delays during the financing process. DO Keep all credit...

Scott Van Zee
Aug 25, 2016


Fun & Unique Custom Features
With a long history building homes in Des Moines, we have added some very fun and unique features to homes. Here are some very unique...

Scott Van Zee
May 1, 2016


Learn More About Clive
The City of Clive, Iowa is located just next to West Des Moines at the crossroads of interstates 35 and 80. Clive is in a convenient...

Scott Van Zee
Jan 25, 2016


Learn More About West Des Moines
Helpful Links for the City of West Des Moines, Iowa The City of West Des Moines, Iowa is located at the crossroads of interstates 35 and...

Scott Van Zee
Jan 20, 2016
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