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Custom Built Homes – Must-Haves Thursday, August 1st, 2013

The latest industry trend we at Olson Defendorf Custom Homes in Austin, TX would like to share are the top trends you can expect to see in new custom built homes.

New Home Trends Tuesday, July 2nd, 2013

If the next light bulb you buy is an LED, it may be your last. Thursday, June 20th, 2013

Here is our next installment in product review from Olson Defendorf Custom Homes in Austin, TX is from an article in USA Today.

How can you stay cool and keep electricity bills reasonable? Thursday, June 13th, 2013

The tip of the month from Olson Defendorf Custom Homes in Austin, TX - stay cool and keep electricity bills reasonable.

Tips for Green & Healthy Grass in Austin Friday, May 17th, 2013

The tip of the month from Olson Defendorf Custom Homes in Austin, TX - Green & Healthy Grass in Austin.

Allergy Relief Wednesday, April 24th, 2013

Here is our next installment in product review from Olson Defendorf Custom Homes in Austin, TX. The Aprilaire 5000 Whole-Home Electronic Air Cleaner - it helps reduce allergens in your home.

A New Age for Light Bulbs Tuesday, April 2nd, 2013

Welcome to Olson Defendorf Custom Homes. We build one-of-a-kind custom homes in Austin, Westlake, Lakeway, Dripping Springs, Blanco, Spicewood, and surrounding areas.

Energy-Efficient Homes = Money in Your Pocket Thursday, March 14th, 2013

Welcome to Olson Defendorf Custom Homes. We build one-of-a-kind, custom homes in Austin, Westlake, Lakeway, Dripping Springs, Blanco, Spicewood, and surrounding areas. The tip of the month comes from Texas Gas Service . They are offering rebates of $325 or $500 or more per home when you build energy-efficient homes equipped with natural gas plumbing and appliances.

Healthy Homes Tuesday, November 13th, 2012

Welcome to Olson Defendorf Custom Homes. We build one-of-a-kind custom homes in Austin, Westlake, Lakeway, Dripping Springs, Blanco, Spicewood, and surrounding areas. Here is a great article written by: David Jacobs, Ph.D if you are interested in a healthy home.

Masonry Product Reviews Sunday, August 5th, 2012

Hello again from Olson Defendorf Custom Homes. We are a custom home builder in Austin, TX.

This month we are blogging about masonry and green alternatives. This article is from Michael Morris, a former carpenter and builder, who reports on construction topics as an EcoHome contributing editor.

Proposed development fee hike would pay for extra staff to address permitting backlog Thursday, June 14th, 2012

Hello again from Olson Defendorf Custom Homes. We are a custom home builder in Austin, TX.

Here is an new article from the Austin American Statesman. Permitting in The City of Austin is now taking over four months for a residential permit. They are going to raise permit fees 25% to pay for an additional 14 staffers to help out. Read more below.

Texas Gas Service Rebate Monday, May 21st, 2012

Hello again from Olson Defendorf Custom Homes. We are a custom builder in the Austin, TX area. This month is a link to Texas Gas Service rebate program. $300 for a tankless water heater!

10 Home Maintenance Tips for Spring Tuesday, May 1st, 2012

The tip of the month from Olson Defendorf Custom Homes in Austin, TX - maintenance tips for Spring form HGTV.com

EPA Lead Based Paint Program Wednesday, February 15th, 2012

High Efficiency Tank Water Heaters Thursday, January 19th, 2012

Here is our next installment in product review from Olson Defendorf Custom Homes in Austin, TX - high efficiency water heaters.

Central Vacuum Systems Monday, January 2nd, 2012

Here is our next installment in product review from Olson Defendorf Custom Homes in Austin, TX - central vacuum systems.

How to Select the Right Custom Home Builder Thursday, December 22nd, 2011

This is Olson Defendorf Custom Homes again in Austin Texas. Here is another good topic. How to pick the right builder for you. I found this article this week that gives some good advice.

Heritage Tree Ordinance - Austin, TX Friday, November 11th, 2011

Hello again from Olson Defendorf Custom Homes. We are a custom home builder in Austin, Texas. This month we have posted the website link to the Heritage Tree website for the City of Austin.

Remote Control Lighting Tuesday, October 25th, 2011

Paint Like a Pro Tuesday, September 13th, 2011

Protect your home's foundation, water around edges Saturday, July 9th, 2011

State of Texas Appliance Rebate Program Monday, March 15th, 2010

2010 Housing Forecast Saturday, January 30th, 2010

Remodeling: Cost vs. Value Sunday, January 24th, 2010