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October 22, 2015

4 basic tips on fall decorating

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As the world changes color, so do our homes. Fall decorating is perhaps the most homely of all decorating throughout the year. But if you’re one that struggles with home decorating or would just like a few more ideas to build on what you have, here is a list of tips to help you out.

1. Use proper tones

There’s a reason fall decorating uses a barrage of earth tones, and that’s because it helps match what the Earth is doing as the leaves and landscape turn into their yellow, brown, orange and reddish hues. Your home must reflect that same change or else it’s simply not fall decor.

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2. Take advantage of scent

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The first thing guests will notice, even before what they see it, is what your home smells like. Fill your house the aroma of the season with the use of either potpourri or scented candles. Potpourri works as both a fall fragrance and decoration while scented candles emit both fragrance and light. Different fall scents such as pumpkin spice, cedar wood, cinnamon bark, incense-cedar and mint leaves.

3. Be natural and rustic

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The whole point of the falls season is enjoying the what the outdoors show. You can exemplify this in your home with the use of more wooden/rustic furniture with a vintage flair. This will create a scene of the outdoors and nature and is only enhanced if combined with the above tips.. Your house will feel more homely and natural than ever before.

4. A pumpkin lined trail leading to a wreath decorated door

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People say presentation is everything. If that’s true then the path from your yard to your door will have a lot to say. Lining the path with a row of pumpkins leading to a door adorned with a fall wreath will give the immediate impact that this is one cozy home.

With these basic tips you now will be able to create a fall featured home that you and your guests will enjoy for the entire season.

How can Mt Sterling help?

As you build your custom home in Northern Utah, we can help you plan for great areas of your home to decorate. Come meet with our consultants who will help you plan for indoor shelving, welcoming porches, and storage for all of your fun decorations. Mt Sterling is the most trusted home builder in Northern Utah, serving areas throughout Cache, Weber, and Davis counties.

August 12, 2014

The Four Largest Cities in Northern Utah

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Where will you build?

So, you’re building your first custom home. This step is as big as it is terrifying. Needless to say, you’ve spent countless hours and late nights planning every small detail for the project. What is as important as the house you’re building is the location in which you choose to build. Utah has dozens upon dozens of pleasant cities that are affordable and family friendly. How can you possibly choose? As custom home builders in Cache Valley, Mt. Sterling Custom Homes invites you to consider the four largest cities in northern Utah for your building project. We’ll briefly discuss each city and what it has to offer to you and your family.

West Valley:

A large suburb of the main Salt Lake City area, West Valley is Utah’s second-largest city with a population of 129,000 people. West Valley is a perfect location if you want access to a big city without actually living in the big city. West Valley is just a short 25 minute drive from the SLC international airport and a 15 minute drive (give or take) from downtown Salt Lake. The city is extremely popular with young families and enjoys a median household income of over $45,000. All this combined with close access to world-renowned ski resorts will give you a dream location for your home.

Salt Lake City:

Of course we have to touch on Salt Lake City, the shimmering international jewel among a relatively unpopulated western United States. Salt lake is as diverse as it is international. Salt Lake has everything from affordable apartment living to inner-city condos to beautiful historic home estates. Salt Lake is home (a home) to dozens of national corporations including the likes of Goldman Sachs, Associated Foods, General Electric, RC Willey and Deseret News, giving plenty job prospects. Salt Lake is consistently ranked in national polls for being a low stress city with its quality of life and job opportunities. The city features a beautiful downtown area with attractions such as the State capitol, Temple Square and the LDS Church conference center.

Provo:

Provo has seen tremendous growth over the last two decades and houses the world’s largest private religious university: BYU. This makes Provo in large part home to some 30,000 students living on or south of the campus, but don’t let that dissuade you. Provo is a short 15 minute drive from Utah Lake, a 20 minute drive from Sundance Ski Resort and a 45 minute drive from Salt Lake International Airport. The city contains a vibrant underground music scene that has developed into a free rooftop concert series every summer. Family friendly and close to endless outdoor recreation, Provo has become a hot destination for young families and young entrepreneurs.

Orem:

Last but not least is Orem, a neighbor to Provo and home to its own four year university. Orem is close to the highway as well as Utah Lake and countless other outdoor attractions. Orem is part of Alpine School District, one of the best in the state of Utah. The median household income is $52,000 leaving many job opportunities for young families and aspiring professionals. At its core Orem is a great city for young families that want access to all that Utah has to offer.

Based on our list, what city fits your family the best? Northern Utah is a great area to build a custom home. As home builders in Cache Valley, Utah, Mt. Sterling Homes is excited to be part of your project and make your dream home become a reality. Reach out for a quote or consultation today!

July 15, 2014

4 Easy Home Projects for Summer

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Summer is the time to get things done! As northern Utah’s most trusted home builder we want to give you a few tips to keep your home maintained and in top condition. Here are four suggestions that we at Mt. Sterling Custom Homes think will help keep your home better than ever!

1. Clean out the Garage

Come on, admit it–how long has it been since your garage got a good deep cleaning? With constant traffic from cars, pets and kids and an endless “tucking of things away” because you don’t know where else to put them, it doesn’t take long for the garage to become a disaster! Start by going through all the stuff and get rid of what you haven’t used in the last year by having a mini garage sale. Then take everything else out (this is where the warm summer weather comes in handy) and go to town with a deep cleaning. Scrub the concrete, wash down the walls, wipe the shelving and storage spaces. Sort and organize what you are putting back in the garage and wahLah!! you have a clean, organized space absent of clutter, dust and pests.

2. Paint a Room (or two!)

When you have a new home remodeling is probably the last thing from your mind, but painting is an easy project that doesn’t cost much money and has a huge impact. So if you are getting bored with plain walls, tape off your trim molding, move the furniture (perhaps you can store some of it in your now clean garage!) put drop cloths down to protect the floors and go to town. If you don’t want to paint a whole room try an accent wall or perhaps a fun painting technique like a stencil.

3. Plant a flower bed or a garden

Northern Utah is a great place to try out your green thumb. The growing season is longer than you would expect and what home doesn’t benefit from the curb appeal of colorful flower gardens? Or, if you have enough space, take some of your yard and make a vegetable garden. It’s a great way to make friends with the neighbors and help your grocery budget.

4. Deep Clean Your Carpets

It’s recommended to have your carpets cleaned at least once or twice annually. This will keep your home looking new and also prolong the life of your carpet. Most local grocery stores rent “Rug Doctor” machines or something similar. A basic cleaning job shouldn’t take more than a couple hours. If your carpet is really soiled you might want to spend the day at the local pool and hire a professional to do the work. Either way your home will look marvelous!

Have you already started some projects this summer? We hope this list will give you some ideas to keep your new custom home looking great and move-in condition. As always, we at Mt. Sterling Custom Homes wish you the best of luck on all your home projects and if a new home is in your future please contact us so we can help you achieve your new home dreams.

June 10, 2014

4 Reasons To Live In Northern Utah?

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Why You Should Live in Northern Utah

As the most trusted northern Utah home builders we build quality custom homes in the northern Utah, and southern Idaho areas. Today, because of the wonderful area that we build homes in, we have decided to inform everyone about why they should come build a house in the area. With wonderful outdoor access, open spaces, and a fascinating history here are our top 4 reasons why you should move up here.

1. There is Plenty of Open Land & City Space

In northern Utah if you want your space, you can find it. Unlike Salt Lake and the Utah Valley, which both are developing more than ever, northern Utah has plenty of open space. In cities like Logan, Brigham City, and Tremonton you will be able to have your fix of open space, and be away from the cramped city lifestyle of a large city like Salt Lake. At the same time, if you would like to live in a city, Ogden is a flourishing city just 40 miles north of Salt Lake.

2. The Area has a lot of History

Did you know that the cross country railroads met in northern Utah in 1869? Well, this is just one example of the fantastic history that can be found in the area. The area has been home to the founders of the Utah area, and has grown to become an area that celebrates the cultural events that have led Utah to where it is now.

3. Close Access to Beautiful Hikes and Wonderful Outdoor Activities

As stated on utah.com’s website there are many hikes in the northern Utah area. Whether you live close to Logan, Ogden, or Park City there are plenty of options for you to enjoy a trek in the wilderness. The Uinta mountains near Kamas demonstrate the beauty that you can experience; however, not only are there wonderful hikes and views, but there are also other outdoor activities you can take up if you fancy. An activity that has gained a large following in Logan is rock climbing, as Logan canyon is quickly becoming a center for rock climbing with over 20 fixed routes, and Utah’s toughest rated rock climbing route.

4. We Can Build Your Home

Our final reason, is that if you decide to build a custom home from our company of northern Utah home builders then we will help you enjoy all the benefits of living here, while living in your dream home. With our focus on quality, integrity and craftsmanship we are prepared to provide the best home possible.

July 1, 2013

Benefits of Living in a Neighborhood Community

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The number one thing that people worry about when they are looking to buy a home is the location. The location of a home has more to do with its value than any other thing that a home has to offer. You can build a home to have all of the upgrades that you want, but when it is not in the location you want, it is never going to be the perfect home.

There are plenty of home buyers that are looking to live in a great neighborhood community. They want to be able to know their neighbors and to enjoy all of the benefits that these types of communities can offer. There are plenty of builders that are creating the planned neighborhoods that people are looking for. There are certain things you can expect from these communities.

Nice Amenities

The communities want to make sure that everyone’s home looks nice to anyone that is driving through. They offer services such as mowing of lawns and snow removal. The idea is to keep the neighborhood looking nice for everyone.

Parks are another important consideration in these communities. They provide families and individuals with a place to go and to enjoy the outdoors in. Bike trails, walking paths and playgrounds are features that the parks might offer to the residents of a community. It is also popular to join a community pool that is in the neighborhood.

The pools and parks will offer activities for children such as team sports. It is a great way for people to come together to cheer on their friends and neighbors that are competing. The best neighborhood communities will make the effort to keep everyone entertained regardless of their age.

Who Creates All of These Things

A developer might plan a park and they might build a community pool, but it is the people in the neighborhood who keep it running. Boards are created to help keep the neighborhood looking the way that everyone wants. They can deal with homeowners that are not keeping up their home or are in some way disturbing the neighborhood.

The homeowners association for a neighborhood will control all of the amenities that are offered. They will determine how much each homeowner has to pay because of all of the benefits that the community offers. Nothing in a neighborhood is really free. Every homeowner has to pay their fair share so that all can benefit from what is offered.