Outdoor kitchens are highly-sought-after features in new homes. Whether you have a full outdoor kitchen with a refrigerator, smoker and pizza oven, or a simple built-in grill, outdoor sink and countertop, protect your investment with annual fall maintenance. We’ve outlined how to winterize your outdoor kitchen and grill. Taking these simple steps before freezing temperatures…
Building a custom home is one of the most exciting parts of home ownership, but with so many decisions to be made, the home-building process can seem overwhelming. As an experienced home builder in Wichita, KS, the Craig Sharp Homes team created this custom home-building checklist to help you prepare for the decisions you’ll need…
We’re proud to announce that seven Craig Sharp Homes designs were recognized in the 2023 Wichita Spring Parade of Homes, earning 23 awards in total. We’re honored to receive this distinction recognizing our team’s dedication and craftsmanship. This annual event is presented by the Wichita Area Builders’ Association (WABA) to showcase area builders’ newest floor…
10 Tips for Selecting the Best Builder for Your New Home Congratulations! You’ve decided to build a new home…now what? When building a home, one of the first things home buyers realize is that there are a lot of decisions – literally hundreds of them – that need to be made throughout the process. However,…
Tips to Prevent Rodents from Entering Your Home Homeowners here in Wichita, Kansas, know that in the fall and winter, mice and rats search for warm, sheltered areas to survive the cold. The last thing you want is for your home to be chosen for a winter rodent hideaway. To prevent a mouse infestation, you’ve…
First of all, the Craig Sharp Homes team would like to thank you for your service. As a veteran, service member or spouse, you likely have many questions about using your VA home loan benefits. Since we design custom homes, this article is focusing specifically on building a home with a VA loan. The VA…
Building a custom home is a great way to get exactly what you want without worrying about making updates for a while. However, the process of buying a new home is a bit different from buying an existing home. If you’re considering building a new home, you might be wondering whether or not you need…
Fall in Kansas is a good time for all homeowners to start thinking about some general items to help prepare your home for winter. Our weather can be unpredictable, so it’s a good idea to inspect and prepare your home when the weather is nice to prevent costly damage issues once the cold sets in.…
So, you found the perfect lot in the ideal neighborhood within one of the top school districts in the Wichita area. You even discovered the builder who understands all of your wants and needs in a home design. You’re anxious to get started on your dream home, but now you’re wondering how long it’s going…
If you’re planning a move in 2022, you may be wondering whether it would be better to build a new home or buy an existing one. Admittedly, this is a real estate market like no other, even here in the Wichita area. And while it’s a decision every home buyer must ultimately decide on their…