Having kids is an experience that many people will have in their lives. It can be one of the most challenging yet rewarding parts of your life. Especially when kids are young, it can be an especially demanding time because kids require all sorts of attention and protection. Many people kid-proof their homes in order to keep their kids healthy and happy. Continue reading to learn about several ways that you can kid-proof your new home if you are building a home from the ground up.

Ways To Kid-Proof Your House

Whether you are building a home or are living in a pre-existing home, there are going to be actions that will need to be taken to ensure that you and your family are safe and comfortable in the home. Your home should be a sanctuary where you feel that you and your children can roam freely without the danger of getting hurt. The following actions are things that you can do that will protect you and your kids.

Cover Potentially Dangerous Tools

There are many appliances within your home that are going to be fascinating to a baby or a child. From the oven to the fireplace to the washing machine to the electrical sockets, your home is full to the brim with machines that could be hazardous with children nearby. It is first and foremost always important to have conversations with your children about which things are safe to touch and which things are not.

However, there are also several actions that can be taken to ensure that no accidents can happen. Putting socket covers over your electrical sockets that are not in use is important. If you are getting a fireplace (or already have one) it is important that you put a gate around the fireplace or have doors installed that will keep everything closed off from little hands. Lastly, your laundry room/maintenance room should have a door that can keep your kids out.

Soft Edges

Another way to kid-proof your new home is to have soft lines everywhere. When building a home, consider soft rounded edges to walls instead of sharp corners. You can also place padding or bumpers on the corners of tables or walls, or other things that could potentially cause an injury when your children are little.

Gates And Doors

Stairs are a beautiful and crucial part of any home and can add a lovely design element when building a home. However, they can be dangerous for a curious toddler to explore when they are upstairs. That is why child gates were invented. It is a good idea to invest in a few kid gates when you have children, but it is also a good idea to make good use of the doors in your home. Consider having doors installed for different hazardous rooms or private spaces prior to opting for a completely open-concept design for your home.

Do You Need Home Building Services?

We at RW Custom Homes offer comprehensive home-building services to all of our clients. Not only do we provide professional home-building options, but we can also help you create a floor plan or help with remodeling projects in pre-built homes. Our team is very experienced, thorough, and passionate about providing the best service. Feel free to reach out to us today for premium home-building services or to learn more about how we can help kid-proof your new home.

For more tips on how to keep your house safe for your kids, read this article.

As more and more real estate options continue to evolve in the world, buying a luxury home gets increasingly complicated. Buying a high-end home is about more than just first impressions and homebuyers should do extensive research before investing. RW Custom Homes knows that buying a luxury home can be daunting, so our experts are here to provide tips for buying a luxury home. 

What Makes A Luxury Property?

The first step in buying a luxury home is to understand what makes a property or a home luxurious. Knowing these elements will help you make the best purchase possible and avoid regretting your investment decision. 

Location: When it comes to real estate, location can create a bigger luxury and bigger price tag. Homes that are in prime neighborhoods are in high demand because they may be far away from landfills, placed away from busy highways, or crammed right next to other homes. Luxury homes are usually built with plenty of space and next to beautiful scenery. 

Higher Price: With luxury comes increased costs. Higher-cost neighborhoods are the envy of surrounding residents and are filled with luxury homes. Just because the price tag is higher, doesn’t necessarily mean the home is a luxury home. Look for top-of-the-line materials, name-brand appliances, and a manicured lawn, and ensure that the bones are actually high quality before buying a luxury home. 

Large Square Footage: Size is a key indicator of a luxury home. The more square footage a home has, the grander a home can be. Larger homes give more room for a unique layout, extra storage, multipurpose rooms, and thus, a luxury feel. When buying a luxury home, consider the size and how the space is laid out. 

Prestige: Historical properties are often made into luxury homes because of their increased value and their high demand. If a home has been owned by a celebrity or a popular name in the community, it can become more prestigious than before. People will pay top dollar for well-known homes that are built by well-known architects.

1- Hire The Best Real Estate Agents

Oftentimes, the best homes are not listed on a widely accessible website. A major tip for buying a luxury home is to find a real estate agent with connections so you can see all the options that are not available to the public. Many top names want to list privately and will only work with respected realtors, so hiring one that knows all the right people will help you secure a true luxury home. 

2- Don’t Judge A Book By Its Cover

Finding a perfect home online may be misleading. Interior decorators and photographers can stage the home to make it look specialized and high-end. Looking at the home in person and asking the right questions are important when buying a luxury home. 

3- Look Into Title Insurance

Not looking into title defects can lead to property ownership down the line. Title insurance will help you avoid the previous owner’s unpaid bills, and high utility costs, and help you avoid restrictions by an HOA. Don’t risk forfeiting your property rights after making a large investment in a luxury home. 

4- Patience Is Key

Taking your time to research homes and neighborhoods will give you the best option for comfortable living. Patience is key when you are looking for your forever home, especially when buying a historic and luxurious home. Patience may also be needed to give your real estate agent some time to negotiate the closing costs or mortgage agreements. 

5- Research The Neighborhood

Before buying a luxury home, look into the neighborhood and the community’s feelings. Purchasing a home usually means you will be living there for an extended period of time and will probably run into your neighbors. If you don’t fit in with the neighbors or the schools are not up to your standards, you may want to look for a different luxury home. 

RW Custom Homes provides a list of communities we serve and can help you choose the best place to build or buy. Luxury homes usually come with a luxury neighborhood, so make sure your home will fit in among other residents. 

6- Look Forward To The Future

Luxury homes can be in the form of full homes, condos, custom builds, or secluded vacation homes. If you have found a space that you like think about how it will accommodate you down the line. Are you planning to grow your family, have a pet, or start your own business? These aspects should be considered when buying an expensive property like a luxury home. Look into the surrounding landowners and the homeowners association regulations. 

Luxury Homes With RW Custom Homes

If you are looking for a luxury home, RW Custom Homes can build your dream with an affordable budget. Our team will help make sure that your house has good bones and fits the other luxury homes you have been eyeing. Contact us to get started on your home today! 

Luxury homes are a dream that many people have in their lives. Some people find their dream luxury home when filtering through existing homes, while others must build their own in order to achieve their full vision. We at RW Custom Homes are a Utah luxury home builder, meaning we can help you execute the home you have envisioned. Reach out for more information. If you are looking for some tips that will help you in your search for a beautiful home, continue reading.

Features Of Luxury Homes

There are certain features that make a luxury home feel truly special, unique, and expensive. Continue reading to learn about things that can help make your home feel luxury or things that you should look for when searching for your dream home.

First-Rate Kitchens

The first thing that many home buyers look for in a new home is a nice kitchen. If you are in the market for a luxury home, you should be looking for a home with a kitchen that not only suits all of your expectations but also exceeds them. It is important to have high-quality appliances and to have a large space for entertaining and cooking. A lot of storage space and counter space are also features that most homeowners desire, so are therefore important in a luxury home.

Beautiful Bathrooms

Another important feature of a luxury home is beautiful, large bathrooms. The average home has around two bathrooms. A luxury home will typically have more than two bathrooms or two very well-kept bathrooms. Once again, there will need to be storage space for many things and it should be decorated very carefully. However, the part that makes a bathroom luxurious is high-end toilets, sinks, showers, and bathtubs. 

Walk-In Closets/ Lots Of Storage

Luxury homes are often full of beautiful furniture, appliances, and other expensive items.  Homeowners also have all sorts of important things that need to be kept in the best possible shape. That is why every high-quality home needs to have lots of storage space. Walk-in closets are important to have in your home because they provide a certain level of comfort and grandeur. Large pantries and storage rooms are also a plus.

Smart Home Features

One thing that definitely distinguishes luxury homes from the pack is when a home has smart home features. Smart home features allow the homeowner to control things such as the temperature, television, lights, and even kitchen appliances using WiFi or Bluetooth technology. If you can’t change things from your phone, is your home really all that luxurious?

Wonderful Amenities

Of course, what really sets luxury homes apart from regular homes is the many amenities that luxury homes offer. Large entertainment rooms, pools, fitness rooms, fountains, built-in home bars, and more! Building your own luxury home means that you can choose what kinds of amenities your home would have. Reach out to us at RW Homes to build the perfect home with the amenities that you desire.

Do You Want To Build A Luxury Home?

If you are looking for a homebuilder to build you a beautiful luxury home, look no further than to us at RW Custom Homes. We offer complete home building services from floor plans to framing to construction. We also offer remodeling services. We offer modern and traditional style home plans and are more than happy to give you the home of your dreams. Our team is talented, experienced, and knowledgeable and our greatest desire is to create beautiful homes for our customers. For more information or to get in touch with our builders, feel free to reach out to us today.