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Here are some generally well-behaved plants that do well in a range of climates. All of them dazzle in the fall, and, as a bonus, many also put on a show in other seasons, too, with flowers in the spring or summer, fruit later in the year, and interesting bark in the winter.

Drains and garbage disposals are vulnerable home features. To make things easier on our drains and save on plumbing repairs, smart homeowners leave a few items for the trash. To ensure you’re not calling a plumber anytime soon, do no the put the following 10 items down your drain found here .

The Astoria Another great example of how much home we’re packing into these economical, stylish floor plans: The Astoria is 1,396 sf plus it has a roomy two-car Garage. Three Bedrooms, Flex Room, large open Kitchen, Dining Room and Family Room. This plan also features two full bathrooms and 2nd Floor Laundry! This design would look smart in a subdivision or perfectly at home in the country. How may we customize this design for you? The Next Step If you’re ready to talk with your local Independent Hamilton Dealer about building, contact Hamilton for your local Dealer’s name and number. We make it easy! Call or e-mail today: 607-299-4838

Have you heard of the website Houzz ? Houzz is one of our favorite places to go for home inspiration; from the finished home galleries to the genuine and supportive atmosphere of asking and answering questions, Houzz is a great place to find ideas and information about building! Houzz also allows builders to post their own photos via Ideabooks and Projects, which is a great way for you to stay connected! By highlighting on-going and former projects, we are able to showcase a portfolio of work right at your fingertips.  From our own construction projects to the idea books that inspire us, browse our "Ideabooks" to find out what inspires you! Want to build your own custom home but need idea inspirations? Head over to Hamilton Building Services'  Houzz page ! We have many different idea books for you to browse and get inspired for your own custom project!   Like what you see on our photo and want to know more? Feel free to comment with your material questions a...

A common question today for empty nesters, is what to do next? There are many factors to consider when making this important decision, factors that can range from house size, to emotional attachment. Read the whole article here .

The  Macfarlan   is perfect for those who desire a two story home just over 2,000 Sq ft. Keep in mind that all Hamilton's homes are customizable, so you can tweak the design to fit your family's needs. The Macfarlan floor plan is fitting for families as it includes three bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a three car garage, to highlight some of it's features.

Cumiskey | 1356 Square Feet The Cumiskey  is a simplistic craftsman style ranch, one of Hamilton's most popular plans. Featuring a master suite placed strategically from other areas of the home for privacy, formal dining room flowing out of the kitchen, covered patio, and an attached 2 car garage, this plan is perfect for a growing family. Can you see you and your family in this home? How may we customize the plan for you? Visit our website to browse more plans, all of which are fully customizable to meet your everyday needs and budget! (855) 871-2232 www.hamiltonbuildingservices.com  

With St. Patty's Day around the corner, we're feeling festive! This weekend will include our own sweet treats and St Patty's themed recipes for a shamrock celebration! We're attempting to make our own, home-made shamrock shakes from the recipe below. Hosting your own party? Share your photos with us in the comments, and enjoy the delicious aromas that will fill your home! Image & recipe: threekidsandafish.com Ingredients 3 cups of vanilla ice cream 1¼ cups whole milk 1 teaspoon peppermint extract 5 drops of green food coloring sprinkles-optional For the whipped cream: 1 cup of heavy cream 2 Tablespoons granulated sugar Instructions In a blender put the ice cream, milk, peppermint extract, and green food coloring. Blend until smooth. In a large bowl whip together the heavy cream and sugar until thick whipped cream forms. Place shake mixture in a chilled mug, top with whipped cream and sprinkles. Enjoy! Notes Makes 2-16 ounce sha...

The best thing about collections is that it's completely custom from one collector to the next! What collections are proudly displayed around your home; stamps, glasses, photos? How about bottles of wine?  Collecting bottles of wine often leads to not knowing where or how to store them until consumed! We think it's fun to show off your collection, from highlighting it around your home to creating a custom room for your collected objects. A custom wine storage design It's all in the details!  Recently, BuzzFeed posted an article highlighting absolutely gorgeous wine cellars and we were so inspired by the different personalities of each. What do you think, will a wine storage accompany your custom dream home? Image via  top-interior-design.com Image via  serenityindesign.blogspot.com Image via  dornob.com Image via  decoist.com Image via  sothebyshomes.com Reference Sourcre: http://ww...

Interior home decor is all about personal taste. For some, clean crisp walls is the way to go and for others an empty wall equals a missed opportunity! This Sunday we're spotlighting a favorite for wall decor, gallery walls! These simple steps will have you inspired to tackle your own gallery wall in your home in no time. What's Your Style? One of the greatest things about gallery walls is that it's entirely up to your own personal style. Have a collection of prints, photographs, found objects etc. that you're looking for a way to showcase? A gallery wall is the perfect way to do so! Whether it's a themed collection or not, a gallery wall should reflect you ! Image via lovegrowswild.com Shelf Life Nervous about putting that many holes in your walls? There are ways around that! Consider sticky strips that won't harm your wall if you're a nervous nail placer. Or if you're feeling more adventurous, consider a shelf! Styled shelves function be...

With Valentine's Day just around the corner and the stores stocked with heart themed candies and treats, a sweet tooth was imminent! Image via SweetAmbs.com Sweet treats are great gifts to bring to the office (or keep for yourself!), and a theme makes it all the more fun. Stumbling across the beautiful cookies above, inspiration instantly struck! These delicious treats lead to  this YouTube video, and our own interpretation! Our own finished product. . . Sweet enough to share! Do you and your family create any sweet treats for Valentine's Day? Share your photos with us! sources: https://www.sweetambs.com/tutorial/simple-valentines-day-cookies/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XDVMKgjCJDk

We're excited to debut our first Finished Home Tour! This panelized home has a beautiful view overlooking Greek Peak with a lovely custom interior to match! Ready to build the custom home of your dreams? Our team is ready to help you get started! Call us today to begin the custom project you've been waiting for. No project is too small or big, and we can't wait to bring your ideas to life! (855) 871-2232

This Tuesday we're celebrating Groundhog's Day - a day that predicts whether or not winter will continue on for six weeks, or if an early spring is in our forecast.  Image via Washington Post Punxsutawney Phil, the Seer of Seers, Prognosticator of All Prognosticators, the Groundhog that made the prediction this morning, resides out of Pennsylvania and brought us exciting news this Tuesday morning! He did not see his shadow , which indicates that we will enjoy an early spring! This is exciting news for those of you waiting to begin building your project in spring! And now, according to Phil, you can begin even sooner! Ready to talk about your project and design ideas? Call us today to get started. (855) 871 - 2232 Happy (almost) Spring!  sources: http://www.groundhog.org/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/capital-weather-gang/files/2015/01/punxsutawney-phil-feature.jpg

Visit our booth at the Turning Stone Casino Home Show! We will be here all weekend to answer questions about the custom home of your dreams! No project is too small or big, so be sure to stop by and say hello!

Building the custom home of your dreams is an exciting process! We love to watch as ideas turn into reality, but this process takes time! During the construction phase, our imaginations run wild and we envision different ideas about the home - from beginning to end! Browse a few of our favorite before-and-after photos of construction interiors, to decorated homes! Dental Office Construction Dental Office Finished Hall A custom panelized wall... ...And the custom interior!

We're highlighting a 2016 front elevation this Welcoming Wednesday! This custom panelized home is one with a view in Hazleton PA. Check back often for updates and more project photos!

A new year means new styles and trends of home design and layout! We rounded up a few of our favorite ideas for the new year, and are busily daydreaming of our dream homes . 1 . A Warm Welcome Image found via Houzz.com A popular 2016 trend is heating your entrance way floors! We love how this picture above utilizes the farmhouse style entrance way, which is also a 2016 trend that we're looking forward to! Imagine coming in from the chilly weather to an organized front hall (and warm feet!). 2. A Lack of Screens Image found via MarthaStewart.com An emerging trend for your living space comes as a bit of a surprise! A living area that does not  feature a screen or form of technology is projected to be very popular this year. We love the idea of disconnecting, and featuring the living room as a warm place to gather for good friends and good conversations! 3. A Workhorse Island with Room Image found via HGTV.com A common complaint from homeow...

Siding choices don't have to be a "this or that" matter! These two custom panelized Hamilton homes demonstrate how easy it is to customize your dream home! Which style of exterior is your favorite?