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Don't Forget These Features When Building Your Custom Home

11 June 2020

Isaac Simpson

If you're ready to buy a home and you want to make sure that you get all of your must-haves, it's a smart idea to consider investing in a custom-built home. This allows you to have full control over the design and all elements of the interior and exterior of the property. For many individuals and families who can't find their perfect home by looking at what's on the market right now, this is a good option. Here are some features that you won't want to forget when building your custom home.

Plenty of Electic Outlets

The last thing you want to have to do is run extension cords around your home. Making sure that you have plenty of electric outlets is a must. This will allow you to use your electronics and plug-in all of your lights and equipment without worry. You'll be glad that you made the choice to add extra outlets.

Garage Drain

You may not think of adding a garage drain, but it can be very beneficial. It makes clean up a lot easier and any excess water from a flood or other issue won't be a big concern. 

First-Floor Master

If you're planning to build a forever home, you may want to think about having a first-floor master bedroom. This can make your life more convenient and if you decide to live your life in the same house, it will make it easier to age in place.

Plenty of Windows

Consider adding more than just enough windows. You'll be happy that you're able to enjoy a lot of natural light. Windows can make any room so much more enjoyable. 

Flexible Spaces

While some rooms are usually one-use, there are other parts of a home that can be used in multiple ways. When you begin to design your home, make sure that some areas are flexible enough to be used in different ways. You may decide to make a spare bedroom an office space later on, for example.

A Pantry 

You can't really go wrong with added storage. Adding a designated pantry area to your home can make it easier to store extra food and essentials without having all of your items out in the open.

Make sure that you don't miss these features. Having extra perks and amenities built into your home can make your life more enjoyable and a lot easier, too. Talk to your home builder about including the above features so that you can have the perfect house.

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