Tear Down and Rebuild in Maryland: What Has to Happen Before the New House Goes Up
Thinking about a tear-down and rebuild in Maryland? Here’s what Harford and Baltimore County require before the old house comes down, and what it costs.
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Perc Testing in Harford County: Why a “Wet-Season” Lot Can Cost You a Year
About 20% of Harford County lots have wet-weather soils that can only be perc tested from February through April. Here is how to avoid losing a building season.
Where Your Money Goes After You Sign: Deposits, Draw Schedules, and Maryland’s Custom Home Protection Act
Before you hand a builder a deposit, know what Maryland's Custom Home Protection Act requires: trust funds, escrow, a signed draw schedule, and payment reports.
The Hidden Costs of Building a Custom Home in Maryland (That Aren’t in the Base Price)
The base price of a Maryland custom home can leave out $150,000 to $400,000 in real costs. Here is the checklist we give families comparing builder quotes.
12 Vital Questions About Building a Custom Home
We take a lot of first calls at Battaglia Homes these are our go…
Custom Home Budget Breakdown in Maryland: Where the Money Actually Goes
Most cost articles you’ll find online give you a per-square-foot range and stop there.…
Build On Your Lot in Maryland: What to Actually Check Before You Buy the Land
We get calls every week from families who have just fallen in love with…
Custom vs. Production Home Builder in Maryland: What’s the Real Difference?
We get this question almost every week: “What’s the difference between a custom builder…
Design & Selections for Luxury Custom Homes in Maryland with Battaglia Homes
Written by Ben Battaglia, Owner & Builder at Battaglia Homes LLC Luxury custom home…