Richport Properties is celebrating 5 OBIE awards. It is a tremendous honor to be recognized by the Atlanta Sales and Marketing Council for the attention to detail in every home and community we build. Richport's OBIE's include three Gold Awards: Brookline - Single Family Builder, Detached $199,999 and under New Rockbridge - Single Family Builder, Attached $150,000 to $199,999 Davis Oaks - Single Family[...]
Experience the best of Intown living at Brock Built's newest Atlanta townhome community, Huff Heights. This great urban community is located in Atlanta's new Westside neighborhood West Town. This great location puts Huff Heights at the center of everything! With close proximity to downtown Atlanta, Midtown and Buckhead, residents will be able to enjoy all the galleries, boutiques and restaurants the[...]
McCar Homes and LP have built the new University of Georgia mascot, UGA VII, a new home that is sure to keep him happy! The adorable red doghouse is trimmed in black and sports a white roof. His name and plenty of Georgia "G's" are placed all over, making this doghouse fit for the newest member of the UGA dynasty. McCar[...]
As the weather in Atlanta heats up, homeowners start to water outdoor landscaping, wash cars and fill pools. Make sure you know the water restrictions for your area. Most of metro Atlanta is still in a level four drought which restricts almost all outdoor water use. Exceptions have been made to allow for 25 minutes of hand watering on odd[...]
LEED for Homes is a rating system that promotes the design and construction of high-perfomance green homes. For the many benefits of green homes, visit the U.S. Green Building Council's new green homes Web site. Green homes use less energy, less water (important in a drought) and less natural resourses. These homes create less waste and are healthier and more comfortable[...]
Water is one of our most precious natural resources. Clean water is a luxury that many people worldwide don't have. The recent water crisis in Georgia has caused all of us to think twice when we turn on the faucet. Water restrictions impact everyone in the Atlanta real estate industry from landscapers to homeowners. Conserve Water Georgia! is a Georgia[...]
If you're looking for ways to save money on taxes as the end of the year approaches, think about upgrading the energy efficiency of your home or business. Details are spelled out at the ENERGY STAR site. You'll save on more than taxes; you'll enjoy lower energy costs throughout the year.[...]
As you're getting ready for Thanksgiving company, take a moment to make your home more comfortable and energy efficient by changing your air filter. You'll keep your systems from working so hard to heat or cool all the relatives, and the air your family and friends breathe will be cleaner. You're saving on your utility bills, too. Filters should be[...]
Only if you turn your thermostat up a little while you're using them. Ceiling fans don't actually lower the temperature in the room, but they cool you while you're in it. That's why it's also important to turn the fan off when you leave. Haven Properties homes stay more comfortable year-round while saving on energy costs. Check with us before you[...]
Then it may be an energy hog. Inefficient office equipment creates waste heat. Look for the ENERGY STAR label when choosing computers, printers, fax machines, and any other equipment that makes your home office run smoothly. Make sure your home PC is using its power management capabilities, too. The screen saver does not save energy, but an enabled ENERGY STAR[...]