The Homeowner’s Starter Guide to Creating a Perfect Owner’s Bedroom

Let’s talk about your master bedroom. Here’s where you can bring your comfort dreams to life: the fluffiest pillows, the softest sheets, the most soothing wall colors. But putting that room together without a list can lead to a lot of trips back to Bed, Bath & Beyond after forgetting pillowcases or light bulbs for your bedside lamps. That’s why we’ve put together a basic checklist of what you’ll need to complete your perfect master bedroom. Start The List Lying Down They say you spend... Continue reading →

Savannah Featured Floor Plan | Floor Plan Friday

The Savannah Floor Plan is one of Cates Building largest homes. It’s got a formal dining room, open kitchen, and a luxurious master bath. This home plan is 3,575 sq. ft., has 6 bedrooms, a complimentary 4.5 baths, and a 2 car garage. Families love this home because there is both a front and back covered porch for lounging. This home plan also comes in 3 different elevations, featured below. At Cates Building we want to make sure that you find your dream home and... Continue reading →

Welbourne Featured Floor Plan | Floor Plan Friday

The Welbourne Floor Plan is one of Cates Building most customizable floor plans. You can choose between 1, 1.5, or 2 stories with this floor plan. Also, you can upgrade your home to include a gourmet kitchen, covered porch, and optional walk in closet in the master suite! This home plan starts at a base of 2,211 sq. ft., has 3, 4, or 5 bedrooms and 2 or 3 baths, depending on your home plan. This home plan starts as a one-story home, but with... Continue reading →

Carthage Featured Floor Plan | Floor Plan Friday

The Carthage Floor Plan is one of Cates Building most customizable floor plans. There are 8 elevations and limitless ways to style this home which makes every Carthage Home Plan owner unique. This home plan is 2,593 sq. ft., has 4 bedrooms and a complimentary 3 baths. Usually our homes come with a 2 car garage but the Carthage Floor Plan has an upgrade option to upgrade to a 3 car garage. This home plan also comes in 8 different elevations, featured below. At Cates... Continue reading →

Simple Monthly and Yearly Maintenance Schedule for New Homeowners

If you’ve just moved into a new home, it’s hard to imagine anything but that shiny, perfect interior and exterior. However, as a homeowner, you’re going to be putting a lot of time and energy into maintaining that home. When you start considering everything that needs to be updated, cleaned, and repaired over time, it can get a little overwhelming. But you can prepare for regular maintenance by keeping this schedule in the back of your mind (or right in your Google calendar). That way,... Continue reading →

Halifax Featured Floor Plan | Floor Plan Friday

The Halifax Floor Plan is one of Cates Building most popular homes. A popular feature of this home plan is that all bedrooms have a walk in closet. This home plan is 3,150 sq. ft., has 5 bedrooms and a complimentary 3 baths. Usually our homes come with a 2 car garage but the Halifax Floor Plan has an upgrade option to hold 3 vehicles. This home plan also comes in 3 different elevations, featured below. At Cates Building we want to make sure that... Continue reading →

Sharing the Excitement of Your New Home’s Construction on Social Media

Social media is a big part of all our lives. Most of us use Facebook to stay connected to friends and family in different cities (or even countries!). And Instagram has let us take part in other peoples’ lives, whether it’s a new addition to their family, a once-in-a-lifetime vacation, or just day-to-day living. These platforms are outlets for us to share big, exciting news with the people we love and care about. What could be bigger or more exciting than building a new home?... Continue reading →

The Henley Featured Floor Plan | Floor Plan Friday

The Henley Floor Plan has one of Cates Building most comforting living room with a kitchen, dining area, and great room all in one. This home plan is 1,811sq. ft., has 3 bedrooms and a complimentary 2 baths. It is one story and has a two car garage. This home plan also comes in 3 different elevations, featured below. At Cates Building we want to make sure that you find your dream home and that often means customizing your home to fit your needs and... Continue reading →

Windwood Featured Floor Plan | Floor Plan Friday

The Windwood Floor Plan is one of Cates Building most unique homes. It’s a large 2 story home with a main floor master bedroom and a fireplace in the great room. This home plan is 2,678 sq. ft., has 4 bedrooms and a complimentary 2.5 baths. Usually our homes come with a 2 car garage but the Windwood Floor Plan has an upgrade option to hold 3 vehicles. This home plan also comes in 3 different elevations, featured below. At Cates Building we want to... Continue reading →

Laurel Bay Featured Floor Plan | Floor Plan Friday

The Laurel Bay Floor Plan is one of Cates Building most unique homes. It’s a large 1.5 story home with a huge downstairs floor plan and a large bonus room upstairs. This home plan is 2,566 sq. ft., has 3 bedrooms and a complimentary 2 baths. Usually, our homes come with a 2 car garage but The Laurel Bay Floor Plan also comes with a 3 car garage. This home plan comes in 3 different elevations, featured below. At Cates Building we want to make... Continue reading →