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Custom Homes

Custom Home or Semi-Custom Home: What’s the Difference?

Do you hope to build your dream home on your own lot? When it comes to constructing a new home, you need to ensure that the location and building accommodate your family, lifestyle, and preferences. Consequently, choosing the right design services for the site and construction project is crucial. The two primary house design options

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Custom Homes

2022 New Home Construction Trends You Must Know About

Although we all probably hoped to “return to normal” last year, new variants of COVID-19 have made that problematic. Some of us were able to leave our home offices, but others of us are still spending most of our time at home. 2021 also saw the start of nationwide and global shipping delays and product

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Home Additions & Remodels

22 Attractive Remodeling Ideas to do Before Selling Your House

Before placing your home on the market, you want to ensure it has everything a potential buyer wants. This means you should be open to some key remodeling ideas to really impress the potential buyer. What’s more, a remodel will increase the resale value of your home, so it is a win-win for you. Schar

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Living in Eugene

How does Living in Portland and Eugene Compare?

Before buying or building a home, it is advisable to figure out the cost of living in your area. This may require the input of a seasoned Eugene home builder, especially if you plan to settle in this area. If you are open to other areas, you may want to know your options and compare

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Living in Eugene

Pros & Cons of Living in Eugene, Oregon

Eugene, Oregon is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. With its mild climate and proximity to the mountains, it is easy to see why this little town has become such an attractive place to live. However, all towns come with their own set of pros and cons. Schar Construction has provided a deep dive into the

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Home Additions & Remodels

Case Study: A 1970s Home Remodel Completed Ahead of Schedule

Looking for a home addition, home remodel, or custom house? Home is where the heart is. It’s a cliche but true. Sometimes enhancing an existing house can make a world of a difference in its aesthetics, as well as its comfort value. At other times, homeowners may just want a house built to their specifications. Schar

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Custom Homes

19 Essential Questions to Ask Your Home Builder

Building a custom home poses an exciting venture, but it can quickly turn into a disaster. One of the most critical factors is your home builder. They’re responsible for many aspects of the build, including explaining your plot plan, planning and executing the build, securing materials and labor, and ensuring that you build your dream

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Cost to Build a House

Is 2021 a Good Time To Build a House?

Schar Construction has been a leading home builder in Eugene, OR, for more than four decades. We’veseen deep dives and meteoric rises in the housing market. Every home we build is safe, beautiful, madeto last through all the ups and downs, and customized to your family. Call us today at 541-329-4769 andfind out why we’re

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