The Liz Moore Market Watch Blog

If you’re thinking about a brand new home, we can help you imagine the possibilities!  We’ve gathered everything you need to know before starting your new homes search – all in one place at LizMooreNewHomes.com!  You’ll find information about new homes communities in Williamsburg and on the Virginia Peninsula – from River’s Bend at Uncles Neck to Westport to the Oaks at Fenton Mill – and everything in between!  You can search new homes for sale in Williamsburg, Yorktown, Newport News, Hampton and surrounding areas, and learn about new home and model open houses that will be open for touring in the coming weeks.  Browse floor plans and elevations in our custom floor plan gallery, and learn about local new home builders with their online profiles.  Read articles about building a new home, and be sure to check out Liz’s Pick of the Week, where Liz Moore will post reviews of the latest trends and products in homebuilding.

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Come visit the latest Wayne Harbin built home in Monticello Woods.  This model will be open every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 5pm beginning this weekend (June 6th).  An agent will be on site to answer any questions you might have.

The Peyton is a 4 bedroom, 3 bath, 3096 square feet custom home by Wayne Harbin Builders. This two story home boasts a custom kitchen, stainless steel appliances, large family room and downstairs guest suite.  The master suite and two large bedrooms are located upstairs with bonus room and finished study area. 

Check us out on Facebook to see inside the construction of a Harbin Home, view videos and photos of different plans, or just follow building progress and homes for sale in Monticello Woods.

For more infomation on this home, or any others in Monticello Woods, call us at 757-645-4106.

Have you ever thought about buying a brand new home? 

Tell us a little bit about your dream home, and we’ll arrange for a complimentary consultation with a new homes expert who can point you in the right direction!

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Williamsburg’s favorite community in the heart of the popular Monticello corridor, Monticello Woods, is almost sold out!  Visit Wayne Harbin Builder’s newest model home, The 4 bedroom, 3

bath Peyton model, a 3100 square foot two story, located at 4000 Owl Creek.  It will be open Friday, Saturday and Sunday beginning June 6^th from 1-5.

Additionally, there are two prime home sites left, where you can either bring your own plan, or choose from one of a variety of popular Harbin plans.  As the exclusive Southern Living program builder in the greater Williamsburg area, Harbin has access to a number of fabulous Southern Living house plans.  There are lots of benefits to building a brand new home – the latest in kitchen design, outdoor living spaces, and amazing new fixtures will delight and inspire you!  Today’s energy efficient systems and the lowest interest rates in history make it more affordable to build your dream home than ever before.

Check us out on Facebook to see inside the construction of a Harbin Home, view videos and photos of different plans, or just follow building progress and homes for sale in Monticello Woods.

For more infomation on this home, or any others in Monticello Woods, call us at 757-645-4106.

Have you ever thought about buying a brand new home? 

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Remember our new house that used to look like this in Monticello Woods:

Well now it looks like this!  

I know it’s not finished but at least it looks like a house.  Compare it to the concept drawing and to a picture of a completed version. What do you think?  Does it look like the drawing?  

Framing is completed and the roof is on.  As you can see, they put a tar paper cover over the roof and it is scheduled to be shingled soon.  Even though the house is partially open to the elements, it is vital to get the roof covered.  This prevents excess water from getting in the house and allows the work to continue even with bad weather.  The snow does affect some scheduled activities, but even if it is cold, the mechanical systems can still be installed, such as the electrical and plumbing systems.

Today though, let’s talk windows.  In Monticello Woods we use an all vinyl window from a company called Custom Vinyl Products.    They are a local company, based in Newport News, manufacturing windows for the entire Peninsula.  The builder uses them over a national company because their product is as good as any on the market, their prices are significantly lower than many national brands and it is much easier to get replacement parts.  Well if the windows are so good, why do we need replacement parts?  Sometimes things can get damaged in shipment or even on the job site.  Would you want your house construction delayed 3 weeks waiting on a replacement part for a window?  Me neither.  So remember that while the national brands are good, there might be other advantages to a local product. 

Notice on window installation that openings are built into the walls and those openings, and all the exterior walls, are covered with an acrylic wrap to prevent air penetration.  

The opening is wrapped around the edge and nailed into place.

When constructed at the factory, the vinyl windows are attached to a wooden frame.  The frame is installed as one entire unit and nailed into place.  Then the outside edges are sealed with an insulated tape to prevent water and air penetration.  Notice you can see the wrap and the insulated tape on both the inside and outside edges to prevent air penetration making the house much more energy efficient.  

Inside:

Outside:

Finally for you HGTV fans out there, yes, there is an air gap between the frame and the window and that will get filled with spray foam during insulation.  

Inside the Construction of a Home - Part 3 is coming soon!

For more infomation on this home, or any others in Monticello Woods, call us at 757-645-4106.

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Ever wonder what goes into the building of your house?  Did you ever stop to think about what is behind those nice smooth walls?  Most buyers never got to see their current house when it was being built and the amount of technology, resources, labor, and detail can be surprising to most of us.  This is the first in a series of posts to show you some of those details of a house under construction here in Williamsburg, Virginia.

The below photos are of the new model under construction in Monticello Woods.  Under construction by Wayne Harbin Builders, the Peyton Model is a 4 Bedroom, 3.5 Bathroom home, 3096 square feet in size.  There is a guest suite on the first floor, and the master bedroom and other bedrooms are all on the second floor.  The elevations and plans (click here to download) can give you an idea of the final appearance however it can be challenging to picture the house before it is complete. 

As you can see from the photos the lot has been cleared and the foundation is nearly complete.  The foundation is built up using concrete blocks with brick on the outside.  The house is on a corner so there will be a side loading garage as shown in the house plan.  Next time we should see the foundation complete and the floor started.  Construction will take about five more months and the house is scheduled for completion in March of 2014.  The house is also currently listed for sale in the Williamsburg MLS.  

For more infomation on this home, or any others in Monticello Woods, call us at 757-645-4106.

Have you ever thought about buying a brand new home? 

Tell us a little bit about your dream home, and we’ll arrange for a complimentary consultation with a new homes expert who can point you in the right direction!

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Monticello Woods, one of Williamsburg’s most popular new homes communities – right in the heart of the Monticello corridor – is nearing sell out.  There are some great opportunities to build the brand new home of your dreams in Monticello Woods while rates are low and there are some prime lots remaining!

Visit Wayne Harbin’s newest model home – a one story Savannah plan with all the upgrades:  granite counters, stainless appliance package, hardwood floors, crown molding, screened porch, sprinkler system and energy efficient features.  All for only $479,000!

The model is open every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 1-4 pm, or contact us for an appointment.  We have several different floor plans under construction, and many others that can be built to suit your specific needs.

Check us out on facebook, or take a look at the video of the Savannah model.  We’d love to see you soon!

Want to Get the Scoop on homes for sale in Monticello Woods?  Simply complete the form designating Monticello Woods as your selected neighborhood and you’ll receive automatic e-mail alerts when any new listings come on the market in Monticello Woods, or when any closings take place, so that you can monitor home values in Monticello Woods.

Monticello Woods is a planned residential home community in the heart of Williamsburg.  Centrally located just off the Monticello corridor, Monticello Woods is convenient to everything, and in one of the most desirable locations in James City County.

There are currently a number of new homes under construction by Harbin Builders, and several model homes to view.  The neighborhood is just minutes to shopping, as well as the Mid County park complex (home to Kidsburg, walking trails and lighted athletic fields), the Williamsburg National Golf Course, and the Virginia Capitol Bike Trail.  The community, which borders historic Powhatan Creek, also features 50 acres of community property, including its own clubhouse and pool, hiking trails, and several ponds.  Information about the HOA can be found at www.monticellowoods.org.

When the community is complete, Monticello Woods will feature 149 residences.  Homes already built in the neighborhood average 3,000 square feet, but range from 3 bedroom ranches to 5 bedroom colonials, and everything in between.  A drive through the neighborhood shows off true Southern character, and a reflection of why Monticello Woods is one of Williamsburg’s premier communities.

Check out Monticello Woods on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/MonticelloWoods. 

Want to Get the Scoop on Monticello Woods homes for sale?  Simply click below to fill out the form, designating Monticello Woods as your selected neighborhood, and you’ll receive automatic e-mail alerts when any new listings come on the market in Monticello Woods, or when any closings take place, so that you can monitor home values in Monticello Woods.

In February, the new model home for sale in Monticello Woods will be complete!  The popular Southern Living "Savannah" plan has 3 bedrooms (plus a bonus room!) and 2.5 baths.  Priced at only $475,000, this one story ranch floor plan won't last long.  

Monticello Woods is centrally located in Williamsburg, in the heart of town and one of the most desirable locations in James City County.  It is just minutes to Target, Martins, and lots of other popular shopping spots, as well as a large park (Kidsburg, tennis, walking trails and lighted ball fields), the Williamsburg National Golf Course, and the Virginia Capitol Bike Trail.  The community, which borders historic Powhatan Creek, also features 50 acres of community land, and features its own clubhouse and pool, hiking trails, and several ponds.

Award winning Wayne Harbin, Builder is a member of the Southern Living Builder program, which affords access to a select portfolio of Southern Living plans, or you can choose your own plan. Homes for sale in Monticello Woods average 3000 square feet, but range from 3 to 6 bedrooms and everything in between. The Harbin’s run a family business that has been delivering quality custom construction in Williamsburg and surrounding markets since 1985.

Once complete and decorated, the new Savannah model home will be open to the public on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 1-4 pm.  Stop by for a tour, or call us for more information at 757-645-4106.

Monticello Woods is a planned residential home community in the heart of Williamsburg.  Centrally located just off the Monticello corridor, Monticello Woods is convenient to everything, and in one of the most desirable locations in James City County.

There are currently a number of new homes under construction by Harbin Builders, and several model homes to view.  The neighborhood is just minutes to shopping, as well as the Mid County park complex (home to Kidsburg, walking trails and lighted athletic fields), the Williamsburg National Golf Course, and the Virginia Capitol Bike Trail.  The community, which borders historic Powhatan Creek, also features 50 acres of community property, including its own clubhouse and pool, hiking trails, and several ponds.  Information about the HOA can be found at www.monticellowoods.org.

 When the community is complete, Monticello Woods will feature 149 residences.  Homes already built in the neighborhood average 3,000 square feet, but range from 3 bedroom ranches to 5 bedroom colonials, and everything in between.  A drive through the neighborhood shows off true Southern character, and a reflection of why Monticello Woods is one of Williamsburg’s premier communities.

Want to Get the Scoop on homes for sale in Monticello Woods?  Simply complete the form designating Monticello Woods as your selected neighborhood and you’ll receive automatic e-mail alerts when any new listings come on the market in Monticello Woods, or when any closings take place, so that you can monitor home values in Monticello Woods.

Liz Moore & Associates is delighted to announce that it has been selected by Wayne Harbin, Builder, to represent Monticello Woods, a planned residential home community in Williamsburg.  Monticello Woods is centrally located just off the Monticello corridor, in the heart of town and one of the most desirable locations in the County.  The neighborhood is just minutes to shopping and all conveniences, as well as the Mid County park complex (home to Kidsburg, walking trails and lighted athletic fields), the Williamsburg National Golf Course, and the Virginia Capitol Bike Trail.  The community, which borders historic Powhatan Creek, also features 50 acres of community property, including its own clubhouse and pool, hiking trails, and several ponds.                          

There are currently 17 home sites remaining in the second phase of Monticello Woods, in addition to several completed model homes, the “Fox Hall” and the “Miss Maggie.” When complete, Monticello Woods will feature 149 residences.   Prices for new homes range from $475,000 to $700,000.  Homes already built in the neighborhood average 3,000 square feet, but range from 3 bedroom ranches to 5 bedroom colonials, and everything in between.  A drive through the neighborhood shows off true Southern character, and a reflection of why Monticello Woods is one of Williamsburg’s premier communities.

Award winning Wayne Harbin, Builder is a member of the Southern Living Builder program, which affords access to a select portfolio of Southern Living plans.  Southern Living carefully selects custom home builders that transcend the pages of the magazine into a dream home. Members are chosen for their extensive experience and knowledge, reputation in the marketplace, and focus on the discriminating customer who is looking to build a custom home.  The Harbin’s run a family business that has been delivering quality custom construction in Williamsburg and surrounding markets since 1985.

Wayne Harbin, Builder is one of a select number EarthCraft certified builders.  EarthCraft is the Southeast’s standard for green building, pairing building science with regional know-how.

Model homes are open Friday – Sunday, from 1 – 5, or call us for more information or a personal tour at 757.645.4106.