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Crawl space or Slab??

Clients often ask: “Which is better a crawl space or a slab foundation?”.  Both types have advantages. Price: A crawl space foundation will be more expensive than a slab but less expensive than a basement. Topography: A sloped lot is conducive to a crawl space...

Current Lighting Trends

The right lighting is necessary to accomplish certain tasks throughout the home. From cooking in the kitchen to reading in front of the fireplace or shaving in the bathroom, specific task lighting will help get the job done with ease. But in addition to its function,...

EFC Builders approved by Veterans Affairs

EFC Builders has been accepted in the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Home Loan Guaranty Program. The VA helps service members, veterans and surviving spouses become homeowners - and they guarantee the mortgage of approved loans. Whether these individuals want a...

Wallpaper is Designers Choice

We’re seeing wallpaper trending in both homes and offices. Due to digital technology the colors and designs available in today's wallpaper products are practically endless. This is not your grandma’s wallpaper!  From stripes and plaids to large florals and abstracts...

Composite Decking is Worth It

We have been installing various composite deck products for over 20 years in new homes we build, as well as home additions and renovations.  We have used many of the major brands on the market today, as lake-front clients often want to match their existing dock...

FARMHOUSE CHIC IS IN

The farmhouse design look is very popular now, and we are implementing some of these features in many of the remodeling projects we are doing in the greater Lake Norman communities. So, what is "farmhouse"?  First, you will note the casual look and square edges -...