May 3, 2017 | Blog
So you are interested in moving into an apartment, condo, or a new house. Good for you! So, when I say, “Milwaukee Apartments,” what comes to mind? Probably a few things. A large cramped building with a discolored brick exterior that looks like a page out of the...Mar 27, 2017 | Blog
Many potential home buyers, looking to buy new homes in particular, assume that every new home is built equally. When you read articles about energy efficiency of new homes, a home buyer is going to assume that every new home they tour is going to have the same energy...Feb 20, 2017 | Blog
When building a green home in Wisconsin, it’s incredibly important to think about the weather. With our winter weather dumping piles of snow and dropping temperatures into the negatives, having an energy efficient home is crucial. At Cobblestone Builders, we pride...Jan 10, 2017 | Blog
With the rise of home improvement reality TV shows featuring actors and actresses making remodeling look simple, homeowners have romantic notions of remodeling their “fixer upper” to be exactly what they want. The truth is, when these owners think of buying a new home...Dec 19, 2016 | Blog
When making the decision between building a new home and buying an older home, potential homebuyers will often look at the cost as the deciding factor. They see the possible higher costs of a new build as prohibitive. However, those buyers aren’t taking into account a...Oct 17, 2016 | Blog
Residential new home construction is a complex process involving many different trades and engaging a variety of building codes. One of the building codes that we are governed by in the State of Wisconsin comes from the Department of Safety and Professional Services,...