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Expand Your Small Patio in Easy Ways

It's patio weather! Time to sit outside and relax with these warm evenings. And you don't need a large space to enjoy your patio. BHG gives their tips on how to make a small patio space appear bigger!

Outdoor drapes helps draw your attention up and away from the floor space. Add some style with a bamboo pole as a curtain rod. 

Another way to draw attention up is with string lights. They will help illuminate the area and add some charm. You can even suit it to your style with bulbs, lanterns, or mason jars.

No matter the space, a mirror can always make any small space appear more open. Add some contrast with a gold or more ornate mirror above a rustic plant stand.

Furniture that is too big will clutter the area. Instead, choose smaller furniture that does not obstruct the flow.

If you have a patio or any outdoor space, utilize it and enjoy these summer days. And hey, it's El Paso, you can use it all year round!

To read the BHG article, click here.

 

Cottage-Style Kitchen Tips

If your style is more traditional, and you love the look of a cottage-style kitchen in your new home, Better Homes and Gardens, gives their tips!

Open shelving in your kitchen, especially with brackets to hold the shelves, is a sure way to give that cottage-style look. If you have existing cabinets in place, no need to install new ones. Simply remove the doors.

If privacy is not a major concern in your kitchen, paned glass windows and doors will give the kitchen a lot of natural light. You can even add curtains to the inside of the doors if you do want a little bit of privacy. Or you can also add plantation shutters to some windows

Patina on furniture gives off a well-worn look, and beaded boards along walls and islands also work well. Use cooler tones or paint the beaded boards white. However, don't be afraid to add a bright color to make things pop!

All of this looks great on top of wood flooring. Be sure to get a natural tone that you think works best, whether it is dark or light. 

There are several ways to make your kitchen stand out in a more traditional home. To read the rest of BHG's tips, click here. 

Building New Apartments for You

This week, we were featured in the El Paso Times! We have always built new and custom homes for El Paso. But now, we are doing more! We have two small apartment projects that are being built and plans for a third one.

All are located in Central/Downtown El Paso, which makes it easy for those who work Downtown, at the hospitals, and UTEP. If someone is moving to El Paso, there are now more living options available. One of the projects, the Franklin Avenue Apartments, is a 14-unit, that sits just down from the ballpark. If you feel like seeing a game or want to head Downtown for dinner, you are just steps away.

We are very excited that we can build for you in so many different ways, whether you need a 4-bedroom home for your family, or you live alone and love the Downtown lifestyle. We hope to keep building for you, El Paso!

To read the article, click here! 

Pointe Homes is Ready to Build Your Dream Home

Pointe Homes is proud to be one of the top home builders in El Paso, Texas. We are always staying up-to-date on the latest features in new homes so we can build you a dream home that accommodates your needs. 

If you are ready to move into a new home, our agents will be happy to show you the homes that are ready for you! We offer several different floor plans . Whether you are looking for a one-story home, two-story, 3 bedrooms, or 4 bedrooms, we can find you the perfect home!

We also offer custom home building. If you know exactly what you want out of your new home, sit down with our in-house design team. Share your ideas with us and we can custom build you your dream home!

We strive to bring you excellent workmanship, outstanding customer service, and will always listen to your needs. Give us a call today at 915-790-1515.

Take a Peek Inside Our New Homes | El Paso Home Builders

Come home to a place that is yours. Whatever your needs and budget may be, Pointe Homes provides you with the right home through an easy and enjoyable process. We answer your questions and meet your needs from the moment you open our doors, until the day you close on yours. 

Pointe Homes is proud to serve the El Paso area with new and custom houses. We build in several great communities throughout the city. Call us today to see some of our new houses!

New and Custom Home Builders in El Paso

Whether you are ready to move in to a new home or you want to build a custom house from scratch, Pointe Homes can help you every step of the way. Your needs and budget are important to us, and we are dedicated to accommodating you and your family by building you your dream home.

Our new homes are equipped with high quality features to ensure their durability and innovation. We are currently building in several communities in El Paso and offer over 30 floor plans that can be modified and customized to personalize your home to your unique style, needs, and budget.

Looking for the perfect dream house? Share your great ideas with us and our in-house design studio can help you build a new custom home that is unique to you.

Send us a message or give us a call today at 915-790-1515 to see some of our model homes, to start building your custom home, or if you just want more information. 

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Easy Electrical Troubleshooting | El Paso Home Builders

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Sometimes electrical problems in our homes can be taken care of quickly with a little troubleshooting. Follow these tips to save yourself some money and frustration in your new home.

An Outlet Isn't Working
Sometimes outlets are controlled by a wall switch. Make sure the switch isn’t in the OFF position. If the wall switch is in the ON position, check the circuit breaker to see if it has been tripped. If it has been tripped, reset it.

A Ceiling Light or Lamp Won’t Turn On
Check the lightbulb by screwing it into another light source/lamp. If the bulb is good, check the circuit breaker. Also, check for wall switches in the OFF position.

Garbage Disposals Won’t Operate
Disposals have reset buttons, so be sure to locate that first. If the disposal and dishwasher are designed to plug into an outlet, as opposed to being directly wired, make sure that the disposal and dishwasher are plugged into the right outlets. Finally, check the circuit breaker.

Electric Water Heater Won’t Function
Check your circuit breaker to see if it has been tripped. If it hasn't, turn the power off, and then push the reset button located under the water heater access cover.

Oven Isn't Heating
Refer to the owner’s manual first and make sure you’re operating the time controls properly. Then check the circuit breaker.

If you are still experiencing electrical problems after doing some quick troubleshooting, contact an electrician. Your new home should always accommodate you, but it's always a good idea to know all about your home and the steps to take to take care of it.

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Showers and Tubs in New Homes | El Paso Home Builders

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During the work week, we're always rushing to get out of the house quickly. Quick showers are perfect for that. But at the end of the week or weekend, it's nice to relax and take a long soak in a tub.

Having a separate tub and shower is a great option and very popular with new homes. Both can be larger than a shower/tub combo, and you have more flexibility when it come to their design.

If you are considering building a new custom home, it's important to think about everything that is necessary and beneficial to you and your family. At Pointe Homes, we can show you some custom features and help you plan and build your dream home. As one of the top home builders in El Paso, we'll see you throughout the entire building process. Give us a call today! 915-790-1515

Come See Our Model Homes | New Homes in El Paso

Buying a new home is an important step in life. Before buying or building your new home, you want to make sure it accommodates everything you need. At Pointe Homes, we're happy to show you our new model homes! We'll tell you all the features our homes have to offer and find the right one for you. 

And if you like our model homes but want a little more, we can customize our floor plans or build you a  new custom home from scratch. Our in-house design team will listen to your great ideas and together we can build your dream home!

Customize Your New Home | El Paso Home Builders

Do you prefer a cozy casual breakfast table? Or do you prefer an elongated formal dining room table? Whatever your tastes may be, your new home is yours to decorate it as you please.

Come see some of our model homes. If you like our floor plans but want to add that extra something, tell us what your needs are. We have over 30 floor plans that we are consistently refining to build you the top quality most innovative homes. Plus, we can modify our floor plans and features list to accommodate what is most important to you. 

Give us a call at 915-790-1515 so we can start building your dream home!

Cypress Model Homes | New Homes in El Paso

Cypress is just one of the many floor plans that we offer for our new homes in El Paso. Cypress features 4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, Covered Patio & Porch, and an area of 2673 - 2958 Sq Ft. We are currently building new homes in several new and popular communities in El Paso. 

In addition to Cypress, we offer over 30 floor plans of new homes that we are consistently refining to feature the most current home features. Both our floor plans and features list can be modified to suit your needs and budget, and we can also build you a custom home from scratch! If you would like to start looking at our model homes or have any questions, please give us a call at 915-790-1515 or send us a message today.

To take a look at our current floor plans, click here.

 

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New Home Offices | El Paso Home Builders

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Your home office in your new home doesn't need to have it's own room. With good organization, your office can share a space with a bedroom or living room and look clean. Plus, there are several ways your can dress up your new office so it suits the style of your new home!

Shelves

Utilize space the best way with shelves above the desk and cabinets below the work surface.

Desk Less

You may not even need a desk. Cork boards, storage pockets, and a three-tired shelving unit may be all you need!

No Mess Charging Area

In today's world, we constantly need to charge our phones, tablets, and laptops. Gather all of your office supplies into a single cabinet and add a charging station, so you have a single area to recharge devices and store pens, paper, and file folders.

Keep it Stylish

There's no reason why your office area can't look good! Buy matching folders, boxes, and supplies for a colorful flow. Floating shelves are also a great choice!

Hidden Office

If you have a small desk space flushed against a wall, install a curtain in front of it. When you're not using your office, you can easily hide it.


 

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Catalina Model Home | New Homes El Paso

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Catalina is just one of the many floor plans that we offer for our new homes in El Paso. Catalina features 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Covered Patio & Porch, and an area of 1792 - 2116 Sq Ft. We are currently building new homes in several new and popular communities in El Paso. 

In addition to Catalina, we offer over 30 floor plans that we are consistently refining to feature the most current home features. Both our floor plans and features list can be modified to suit your needs and budget, and we can also build you a custom home from scratch! If you would like to start looking at our model homes or have any questions, please give us a call at 915-790-1515 or send us a message today.

To take a look at our current floor plans, click here.

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Features in New Homes | El Paso Home Builders

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When buying a new home, you want to make sure it is equipped with the best and newest features. At Pointe Homes, we are one of the top home builders in El Paso and always strive to make sure your home is excellent quality and has the most innovative features in home design. If you are interested in the homes we build in the Ventanas community, here is a look at some of the features we offer!

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NEW HOME BATHROOM FEATURES

• Ceramic tile on floor and shower walls

• Listello design in all shower walls

• Orange peel texture in bedrooms and baths 

• Granite or travertine vanity tops in bathrooms 

• Oil rubbed bronze or satin nickel lavatory faucets

• Delta brand chrome shower valve and trim

• Undermount sinks

• Elongated toilets

• Semi frameless shower doors

• 40” high framed vanity mirrors in all bathrooms

NEW HOMES EL PASO CUSTOM HOME BUILDERS

NEW HOME BEDROOM FEATURES

• 10’ ceilings throughout

• Orange peel texture in bedrooms and baths

• All bedrooms prewired for ceiling fans

• Upgraded oil rubbed bronze
    or satin nickel electrical fixtures throughout house 

• Rocker light switches

• 4 Data/Cable outlets

• 2 Telephone jacks

• Wired for U-verse or TWC service 

• Oil rubbed bronze or satin nickel door hardware

• 4.25” base moulding 3.25” casing 

• Carpet in bedrooms and closets

 

NEW HOMES EL PASO CUSTOM HOME BUILDERS

NEW HOME KITCHEN FEATURES

• Staggered flat panel alder cabinets

• Granite countertops throughout

• Custom backsplash 

• 8” Kitchen sink with single lever chrome faucet

• Whirlpool stainless steel appliance package: 
                 a) Range with hood
                 b) Side by side refrigerator
                 c) Dishwasher
                 d) Garbage disposal

Keeping Your New Home Warm | El Paso Home Builders

The weather is cooling down quite a bit here in El Paso this week. We know heating new homes can get expensive. To help cut heating costs, there are some things you can do around your house to help! Huffington Post gives their tips.

By closing off unused rooms, you can help prevent cold air from moving around the house and help contain the heat you've generated. 

Believe it or not, your ceiling fan can also help! "By setting them clockwise in the winter at a lower speed, you can drive warm air down towards you and your guests."

Add some layers to your floor. "Floors account for as much as 10 percent of heat loss if they're not insulated, according to the National Energy Foundation, andrugs can be that missing insulation. They'll keep cool air from seeping up into the room..."

Grab some foil from your kitchen and put it behind the radiators in your home. It will reflect heat back into the home and not let it escape through the walls. 

Move that furniture around your new home and keep it away from windows. "Sitting by the window can cause radiant heat loss from your body to the glass make you feel cold."

And of course, blankets, sweaters, and hot water bottles still do the trick!

Buying a new home is a big investment, and any penny you can save is important! By following simple tips like these, you can help keep your heating bills low in your new home this cold season. 

 

To read the full article, click here!

 

 

 

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Cleaning Stove Tops in New Homes | El Paso Home Builders

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When you buy or build your new home, everything is brand new: New paint, new floors, new fixtures, and new appliances. To help keep all these things looking new over time, it's a great idea to take the proper care for them.

To help keep your new appliances clean in your home, follow these tips! To clean stubborn cooked-on stains on glass tops, soak the area in the strongest cleaner your cook top can handle and with a single-edged scraper, scrape slowly and firmly. Be careful not to press too hard and hold the scraper at a 30-40 degree angle. After you have scraped the stains, wipe the cook top clean.

Grates from a gas cook top can be run in the dishwasher as long as you check your manual to make sure it is safe. For cooked- on stains on grates, soak them in warm, soapy water and scrub gently. A scouring pad can be used if they are not coated and for coated grates, use a sponge. 

For electric stover burners in new homes, remove them from the stove top when they are completely cool. Most should slide out with a gentle tug and lift from the connection point. Using a cloth and mild dish soap and water, rinse any residue from the burner coils. Take care not to get any part of the the electrical connection wet, and don't submerge any part of the burners. For cooked-on stains, make a paste from baking soda and water, then apply it to the tough spot. Give it about 20 minutes to sit, then scrub and rinse the burner. Make sure the burners are completely dry before you try to replace them.

Buying a new home is an important step in your life so be sure to take good care of it. If you are ready to see some new homes, give us a call! We offer over 30 floor plans and have several model homes available to see. We are one of the top home builders in El Paso and currently building in several new communities. We strive to always provide you with excellent customer service, outstanding workmanship and innovative quality homes!

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Buying New Homes vs. Renting

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Owning a new home is one of the most important and exciting moments in your life. We know it can also be a bit scary. Don't worry. There are several benefits to buying a new home rather than renting.  

1. It is YOUR home: In your new home, you have complete freedom to style it as you wish. You can paint the walls, attach permanent fixtures in the walls, and landscape as you please. You never have to worry about checking in with a landlord beforehand. 

2. Tax Advantages.: Owning a new home may allow you to deduct a portion of mortgage interest and property taxes from your federal and state income taxes. We recommend consulting with a tax advisor first to make sure you are receiving any benefits you deserve. 

3. Building Equity: Over time, you home can increase in value. And this means, you have the opportunity to build equity, which can allow you the choice to take out a second loan for home improvements, tuition, emergency expenses and more. 

These are just a few of several benefits to owning a new home. Weigh your options and look at all the pros of buying or building a new home. At Pointe Homes, we want to help you achieve that dream! Give us a call today and find out how we can build for you!

Finding the Right Home | El Paso Home Builders

What are you looking for in a new home? Everybody has different needs and priorities. The style and type of new home you buy or build should reflect your lifestyle and what is most important to you.

If you have children, think about some options that might make things easier. Think about the layout of your new home. With small children, keeping their room near the master suite makes it easier to check-in on them in the middle of the night. In the kitchen, a walk-in pantry might be a feature to consider in the kitchen if you want more storage space. And speaking of the kitchen, a kitchen opening to a great room will let you keep an eye on your children while you are in the kitchen.

An open great room is also a great idea if you are planning to entertain in your new home. If you are busy preparing in the kitchen, an open area will allow you to still mingle with everyone. If you love to entertain outdoors, how about some sliding doors to a large backyard patio? It'll make the entire home feel open.

What other needs are important to you in your new home? Share your great ideas with us! We are one of the best home builders in El Paso and can help you find the right home for you or build you a custom home from scratch. Give us a call at 915-790-1515!

 

 

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Custom Homes in El Paso | New Home Builders

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Spanish Revival style homes are unique, elegant, and have a lot of character. This style of home mixes new features to classic ones to create a distinct look. It developed in the early 20th century and is still popular today. 

On Spanish Revival homes, you'll always see curved terracotta roof tiles. These roof tops give the home a warm, rustic look. You can also find the terracotta tile or brightly colored tile lining arched doorways, stairs or floors. Another common feature is ornamental iron work on gates, windows, and wooden doors.

Is the Spanish Revival look your style? How about something more contemporary? Whatever your style or tastes may be, Pointe Homes is here to listen to your needs and ideas to help you build your dream home. Visit us and our in-house design studio can help build a custom home from scratch that is unique to you!