Goodwyn Homes Blog

Can you feel that intense summer sun blazing down out there? When the temperature skyrockets and the humidity creeps in, there is nothing quite like stepping through your front door and walking into a cool, refreshing, perfectly chilled oasis.While air conditioning is a total summertime lifesaver, running it all day can feel like summoning a monstrous electric bill.Read More: Beat the Heat in an Energy-Efficient Goodwyn Home

Your friends at Goodwyn Homes build gorgeous properties all across the heart of Alabama-from the vibrant streets of Montgomery and Prattville to the charming neighborhoods of Wetumpka, Deatsville, Eclectic, Elmore, Tallassee, and Troy!When you're building your dream home, you probably spend a lot of time thinking about granite countertops, paint colors, and where to put the patio furniture. But behind every great home is some seriously smart engineering.Read More: Dry Basements, Happy Homes

At Goodwyn Homes, we absolutely love talking about home improvements that do double duty. Whenever you invest your hard-earned money into your property, you want to make sure it enhances your daily life right now, while also acting as a brilliant investment for your financial future.One of the most popular features that is climbing the ranks of smart property upgrades is external roller shutters.Read More: External Roller Shutters Pay Off Today and Tomorrow

We are all family down here, but that doesn't mean we leave our doors wide open, or keys in sight for thieves to access our house easily. Your neighbors at Goodwyn Homes know a thing or two and are passionate about helping you keep that beautiful property safe and secure.We have all been there: you pull up to your front door after a long day, reach into your pocket or bag, and realize with a gasp that your keys are still sitting on the kitchen counter.Read More: Can You Spare a Key

We build our homes so that every Goodwyn Home homeowner feels a sense of pride when pulling into their driveway. Whether you're settling into the quiet charm of Deatsville, the rolling hills of Wetumpka, or the friendly streets of Prattville, there's nothing like that Southern curb appeal!But as the Alabama sun starts to shine and those afternoon showers roll through Montgomery and Elmore, some uninvited guests usually try to crash the party- weeds!Read More: Keep Your Alabama Lawn Looking Weedlessly Sweet

The sun is finally staying out to play, and if you're like most of our Goodwyn Homes family, you're probably itching to get out there and turn your lawn into a lush, emerald carpet. There is nothing quite like the pride of a perfectly manicured yard to make your home the star of the street!However, sometimes our "tender loving care" can be a little too much for our grass to handle.Read More: Avoid These Common Lawn Oopsies For Green Grass That Lasts

We at Goodwyn Homes get just as excited as you do during the building process. We've watched the foundation set and the framing go up, but there is one specific milestone that always feels like magic: Step 7-Drywall, Trim, and Paint!If the framing is the "skeleton" of your home, Step 7 is the "skin and personality." This is the moment when those open wooden studs disappear and you can finally start imagining where your favorite chair will go.Read More: The Big Transformation When Your House Becomes a Home

Welcome back, construction connoisseur! If last month's article made you feel like an honorary builder, this month is where you get promoted to "I might actually understand what's happening behind these walls."We're diving straight into Step 6 of the Goodwyn Homes build process - the stage that turns basic mechanicals into a high-performance, energy-efficient system that runs your home from the inside out.Read More: The Mechanical Magic That Sets Goodwyn Homes Apart

If you've ever overheard builders talking in confident construction lingo, you've probably heard the term "rough-in." It sounds rugged and mysterious. But in reality?Read More: The Behind the Walls Magic We Call ROUGH-IN

If home construction were a Broadway show, the foundation and framing would be the stars the audience never sees - but without them, the whole production would collapse before the first act. They're not flashy.Read More: How Goodwyn Homes Lays a Foundation to Last a Lifetime

It's fall and many trees are losing their leaves as we all prepare for the cold to come. So you may be surprised that we're talking about planting them now.Read More: The Trees You Might Want to Think Twice About Planting in Montgomery

It's myth busting time! Buying a home is already a rollercoaster-add "new construction" into the mix, and suddenly everyone you know becomes an "expert." Aunt Linda swears you'll be waiting three years to move in, your neighbor says builders never let you customize anything, and your friend from college insists new homes are just "cookie cutters." Spoiler alert: most of that advice is about as useful as a chocolate teapot.At Goodwyn Homes, we're here to set the record straight-and make sure you know the real deal about buying new.Myth #1: "New Construction Homes Take Forever to Build"Truth: Not always!Read More: Common Misconceptions About Buying a New Construction Home

Sometimes the most interesting and unique items you have in your home aren't bought or gifted, but repurposed. You get double the intrigue, bonus history and a dash of planet saving power all in one reimagined shell.Read More: Repurpose and Reimagine Means More Home Personality

Let's paint a picture: It's summer. The sun is blazing.Read More: Chill Out This Summer

Ahhh, Alabama. Land of sweet tea, fireflies, front porches-and summer heat that feels like it's got something personal against you.Read More: Fan in the Sweet Southern Breeze

Spring is in full effect and summer is on the horizon, the temperature continues to rise. One surprising way to fight the heat is by having your home properly insulated.Read More: Let Spray Foam Insulation Keep Your Goodwyn Home Covered

Okay, folks-grab your fuzzy slippers and your favorite mug of tea because today we're diving into the steamy world of... hot water heaters.Read More: Why a Heat Pump Hot Water Heater Might Just Be Your Home's New Best Friend

It's starting to warm up in Alabama and we know you'll be spending more time outside your Goodwyn home. It goes without saying that outdoor furniture takes a beating from the elements-sun, rain, wind, and even the little snow we get can cause fading, rust, mold, and wear over time.Read More: Revive Outdoor Furniture

Some things can be refreshed, but others need to be replaced. No doubt over the years you have learned that your mattress plays a significant role in your health and well-being, influencing everything from sleep quality to physical comfort.Read More: Same Goodwyn Home, New Mattress Feel

It's not uncommon to pay more to the energy company this time of year due to spending more time indoors and guest visits. Since household appliances are essential for daily living, they can also be a major contributor to high energy bills during this season.Read More: How Appliance Use Impacts Energy Bills and What You Can Do About It

Your yard isn't just the outside of your house-it's an extension of your Goodwyn home's personality and a blank canvas for artistic expression. Adding outdoor art can breathe life into your garden, patio, or backyard, creating an area that is as inspiring as it is inviting.Read More: Creative Ideas to Transform Your Yard with Outdoor Art

"At least I still have a roof over my head." It's there throughout the storms of life, figurative and literal, and we barely give a second thought. Your roof is one of the most critical components of your Goodwyn home, protecting everything inside from the elements and safeguarding your family and aiding in your peace of mind.Read More: Roof Maintenance and Repair: What Every Homeowner Should Know

Your bedroom is meant to be a sanctuary, but clutter can quickly disrupt the peace. Whether it's just the passing of time or a growing family, our collection of items tends to grow over time.Read More: Storage Solutions for Bedrooms that Maximize Your Space

You may be spending more time in your Goodwyn home, and not just because of your love for it. With the rise of remote work and flexible job arrangements, many have converted rooms into home offices.Read More: Home Office Setup 101: Designing a Productive Workspace

Congratulations! You've taken the exciting leap into homeownership.Read More: Top Home Design Trends for First-Time Buyers in 2024

We live in a world filled with distractions and excess belongings. So it should come as no surprise that maintaining a clutter-free and organized living space can feel like an uphill battle.Read More: The Ultimate Guide to Decluttering and Organizing Every Room

We've all been there, in a cluttered home office wondering how in the world did it get this bad. It's an essential space for remote work, creative projects, and entrepreneurial ventures.Read More: Transforming Chaos into Productivity: A Guide to Organizing Your Home Office

In the ever-evolving landscape of real estate, the decision to rent or buy a home is a pivotal one that requires careful consideration of various factors. At Goodwyn Building, we understand the significance of this decision and strive to provide our clients with valuable insights to help them make informed choices.Read More: Navigating the Rent vs. Buy Debate: Insights from Goodwyn Building

Buying a home is a significant milestone in life, symbolizing both financial security and personal fulfillment. However, navigating the complex real estate market can be daunting, especially for first-time buyers.Read More: Avoid These 7 Mistakes in Buying a Home

Nestled in the heart of the Deep South, Alabama welcomes you with open arms, offering a delightful blend of charm, history, and natural splendor. As your trusted homebuilder dedicated to creating spaces where memories are made, Goodwyn Building wants to share why Alabama is more than just a state-it's a place to call home, filled with warmth and wonder.Southern Hospitality: In Alabama, friendly smiles and warm greetings are as common as sweet tea on a hot summer day.Read More: Welcome Home: Why Alabama Shines Bright

Choosing the right home involves more than just finding the perfect floor plan and curb appeal-it also means considering the community in which you'll live. Goodwyn Building takes pride in offering communities that foster a sense of belonging and comfort.Read More: Deciding on a Home with or Without an HOA

As the winter season unfolds, transforming our surroundings into a winter wonderland, there's a subtle charm in the crisp air and snow-covered landscapes. However, the drop in temperature also brings about drier conditions, impacting the comfort of our indoor spaces.Read More: Reasons to Use a Humidifier During Winter

As Goodwyn Building, we understand the importance of maintaining an organized home, even for those with busy schedules. Here are some practical home organization tips to help you create an efficient and clutter-free living space.Regular DeclutteringKeeping your home organized starts with regular decluttering.Read More: Get Ready to Organize!

Goodwyn Building is proud to build in and around Prattville. This community has something to offer all year round and can be especially charming during Autumn.Read More: Enjoy All Alabama Has to Offer This Fall

Buying a home is a significant decision, and one of the key choices you'll face is whether to purchase a new home or an existing home. Each option has its own set of advantages and disadvantages, which you should consider based on your preferences, budget, and needs.Read More: Buying a New Home vs Old Home

Interest rates are always a big discussion when anyone talks about the current state of the housing market. And for good reason too because interest rates have a significant impact on both home prices and mortgage payments.Read More: Interest Rates and Your Mortgage

If you have a family or plan to start a family in the future, you are no doubt concerned about helping them live successful, happy lives. A great way to help your children be prepared for the future is by ensuring that your wealth can be shared with them.Read More: How a Home Can Help You Build Generational Wealth

Landscaping chores, whether you love them or not, are a must. Fall offers the perfect opportunity to tidy up your yard for winter and get it ready for spring.Read More: Don't Make These Fall Landscaping Mistakes

Homes are for living in and when you live somewhere, accidents are almost impossible to avoid. When those accidents land you with a hole in your drywall, what can you do?Fixing drywall holes, whether small nail holes or larger damage, is a common home repair task.Read More: How to Fix Drywall Holes

Goodwyn homeowners are no strangers to pesky insects thanks to the Alabama climate, especially in summer. And guess what?Read More: Banish Bugs from Your Backyard with These Tips

If you just bought a new home, congratulations! A lot of planning goes into buying a home.Read More: Avoid Making These Mistakes During Your First Year of Homeownership

Our Goodwyn Building team is happy to help make home owning easier and less daunting to navigate. Which is a big motivator for why we regularly update our blog with useful information, design inspiration, and helpful tips.Read More: Unclog Your Drain Quickly with These Tips

At Goodwyn, we want everyone to experience the joy of owning their own home. And for most, the pathway to homeownership includes obtaining a home loan.Read More: Explaining How 30 and 15 Year Home Loans Differ

Spring is a time of renewal, and it's the perfect opportunity to refresh your home after a long winter. If you are ready to transition your home into spring, here are some great places to start.Deep Clean Your HomeStart by giving your home a thorough cleaning.Read More: Get Your Home Ready for Spring

At Goodwyn Homes, we want our homes to be a safe haven for the families that live in them. The world outside your front door tends to be chaotic and crazy.Read More: Paint Colors That Make a Space Calming

Peanut butter is a mainstay in many homes, but did you know that peanut butter is good for more than just making sandwiches? It's true.Read More: Household Uses for Peanut Butter That Don't Involve Sandwiches

Winter home care is lighter, but it is not nonexistent. If you want to keep your home in good condition all year round and avoid unnecessary problems this season, avoid making these common mistakes in the upcoming months.Storing Firewood Too Close to the HouseThere's nothing nicer than cuddling up next to a crackling fire when it is cold and blustery out.Read More: Don't Make These Common Winter Homeowner Mistakes

Packing for a move is not an easy job. Packing up the kitchen is extra challenging.Read More: The Best Way to Pack Dishes

All of the homes we build at Goodwyn come built according to industry leading energy efficient standards. Things like spray foam insulation, and Energy Star rated appliances and fans are all standard in our homes, not upgrades.Read More: How to Upgrade Your Homes' Energy Efficiency

Hosting a backyard movie night is an enjoyable and warm way to spend time with friends. It's a simple way to take advantage of pleasant summer nights, and with a few adjustments, you could also have the event in the winter.Here is a checklist to help you plan a successful backyard movie night.Film screenYou'll need a movie screen to watch a movie outside unless you have a television on your lawn.Read More: A Guide to Hosting a Backyard Movie Night

Fall is just around the corner! To make sure your home is stocked up for the season's activities, we have compiled this list of must have items.Read More: Grab These Things Before Fall Rolls Around

Are you fed up with traditional grass lawns? Bedecking your lawn in clover is a popular alternative and here's why.You Don't Have to Mow It as OftenOne of the biggest reasons people get fed up with grass lawns is due to the upkeep.Read More: Facts About Clover Lawns

At Goodwyn Building, we love helping all families find their homes, but we are extra excited to help first time homebuyers. First time homebuyers face a lot of hurdles in order to purchase a home, and along the way, they are likely to be confronted with terms that are new to them.Read More: Common Real Estate Terms Explained

Our team at Goodwyn strives to create homes that are havens for the families that live in them. Your home should be a place where you can relax and find refuge from the stresses of the day.Read More: Create a Calming Atmosphere with These Colors

At Goodwyn Building, it is our goal to build homes that are sustainable and affordable to buy and live in. We believe that affordability should stretch into your month-to-month expenses and not just your upfront costs.Read More: Sustainable Switches That Will Save You Money

Gutters perform an essential task. They protect the integrity of your roof, siding, and foundation by diverting water away from the house.Read More: Gutter Problems to Look for Throughout the Year

When it is cold outside, no doubt you long to be cozy in your home. Comfy slippers, warm blankets, hot beverages, and maybe a space heater at your side to boost the warmth around you.Read More: Space Heater Safety

Fresh produce is one of life's most delicious joys. Nothing beats the taste of something that nature produces.Read More: Healthy Produce You Can Grow Indoors

Our Goodwyn homes are always built with energy efficient materials. We want your home to be affordable to live in, not just to purchase.Read More: Budget Friendly Ways to Reduce Heat Loss

Window caulk is one of the cheapest and easiest ways to insulate your home more efficiently. However, it's also easy to make mistakes when applying it which can lead to lower energy efficiency, water damage, or mold growth.Read More: Avoid These Window Caulking Mistakes

There's nothing quite like the beauty of nature, and when it comes to enhancing your home's unique entrance and interior spaces, a few botanical finds from your backyard can add that cozy feeling. Here are some of our favorite ideas:Lush Glorious GarlandsAll you need for this elegant craft are colorful flowers and/or leaves and greens from your garden, floral wire, twine, and scissors.Garlands look lovely draped across a fireplace mantel, over a bedroom headboard, across a dining room table as a gorgeous runner, etc.Begin by bundling foliage and greens from trees and shrubs and securing each bundle with floral wire.Read More: Bring a Piece of Nature Indoors with These Crafts

Trees can add so much to the landscaping around your home. They can offer privacy, shade, and even fresh fruit.Read More: Things You Should Know About Trees and Property Lines

At Goodwyn Building, we build homes with style and quality. We work hard to create the perfect base home that you can add your own sense of style to.Read More: Add Elegance with Crown Molding

Goodwyn Homes utilizes energy efficient materials when we build. This means that when you buy from us, you can have confidence that you will be able to afford your home for years to come.Read More: Gutter Cleaning Made Easy

Most store-bought air fresheners are filled with toxic chemicals that over time can have a negative impact on you and your family's health. Most contain phthalates, a chemical that is prohibited from beauty products in the UK, even the ones labeled as unscented or natural.Read More: How To Keep Your House Smelling Fresh Naturally

Having a backyard that gives you the ability to turn it into a place you enjoy is important. That is why at Goodwyn Homes, we strive to place homes on carefully chosen lots that allow you the space to do just that.When contemplating ways you can upgrade your backyard area, you may begin to roll around which additions you can make.Read More: Clever Uses for Utility Sheds

Goodwyn Homes is known for building homes with innovation and up-to-date designs in mind. We work to build homes at the lowest price possible without ever compromising on quality and safety.Read More: Lawn Care for the Summer

Goodwyn Homes understand that a home is not just a place to be in but it's where life happens and we want to make sure that your home is the perfect fit for the life you imagine. We provide affordable, quality homes because we believe everyone, no matter their circumstances, should be able to find their dream home.When decorating your home, you may think of putting a rug in a room last.Read More: Decorate Your Home with Rugs

One of the best things about being a homeowner is the ability to make your home exactly what you want it to be. The possibilities are endless!Read More: Build the Perfect Home Theater

Sponges, scrub brushes, and the like are all excellent cleaning tools to keep on hand. But if you do not clean them, store them, or replace them properly, they could end up doing more harm than good.Read More: Banish Bacteria from Your Cleaning Tools

Homeownership is the American dream, but first-time homebuyers have a lot of hurdles when it comes to making that dream a reality. One of the biggest challenges is the 20 percent down payment that is often required when obtaining a traditional mortgage.At Goodwyn Building, we have seen too many hopefuls delay or give up their homeownership dreams because they do not have a down payment.Read More: Tips That Will Help You Save for a Down Payment

What is considered a staple item in your home could differ from one person to the next. But the reason you keep it around is because it is useful, and you use it often.Read More: Pantry Staples to Always Have on Hand

Moving is one of the most disruptive and stressful experiences. Trading old ways and places for the new is challenging enough.Read More: Cut Stress From Your Next Move With These Tips

At Goodwyn Building, we work hard to build homes that utilize the most energy efficient materials available. Because of this, when you buy one of our homes, you can rest assured that you will continue to be able to afford living in it for years to come, thanks to low energy bills.Read More: Zero Waste Swaps for Your Home

Being a part of the life changing experience that is homeownership brings the Goodwyn Building team joy. We build energy efficient homes that are affordable to buy as well as own.Read More: Reasons You Should Paint Your Ceiling

Especially today, most households are extra concerned about keeping their homes clean and sanitized. This makes sense, of course.Read More: Household Items that are Surprisingly Dirty

Kids are always looking for projects to do with their parents. They love spending quality time with you.Read More: Teaching Kids How to Garden

The kids have probably been around the house for weeks now, driving you a little crazy as you try to work from home. With everything opening back up, you might be wondering what is safe and what is not.Read More: How to Help Occupy Your Kids with Imagination

If you live in Alabama like we do at Goodwyn Building, chances are you are no stranger to tornados. Particularly during the spring, powerful storms and tornadoes are relatively common occurrences.Read More: How to Prepare for a Tornado

Sitting on your back porch watching your kids and dogs happily play is a heartwarming scene indeed. At Goodwyn Building we love building energy efficient homes with beautiful backyards for you and your family to enjoy.Read More: Backyard Ideas for a Happy Dog

If you've been living in your current home for the last 15-20 years you might be considering remodeling your home. There is a lot to consider on whether you should embark on this big of a project or not.Read More: Is Remodeling Your Home Worth it

Popcorn ceilings are extremely popular in older homes. For homebuilders back in the day, popcorn texture was convenient and quick.Read More: How to Retexture Popcorn Ceilings

We want to give you some of the perks of living in Millbrook, AL and some of the activities you have available to you year-round! Goodwyn Building has chosen to build here for a reason and we want to let you in on the secret as to why.Read More: Benefits of Living in Alabama

Saying something "feels like home" is a common phrase to describe the comforting, easy feeling a certain place or thing may hold for you. That is because homes are the places we can be most at ease, and most ourselves.Read More: How to Get Started Organizing

Pumpkin spice and everything nice. Sweater weather is here, and along with the cooler temps comes a good opportunity to knock out those home projects you staved off during the summer.Fall is an ideal time for home projects for many reasons.Read More: Satisfying Home Projects to Tackle This Fall

You have moved into your new home in Montgomery Al. Now your ready for landscaping.Read More: Landscaping Your New Home with Edible Plants

Goodwyn Building is proud to call Alabama home. Our summers allow us to do some of our favorite things, like visiting the Gulf Coast.Read More: Ways to Beat the Summer Heat and Humidity

With the kids finally out of school, the summer fun can begin! However just because the kids are out of school doesn't mean the parents are off work and get to spend their days by the pool side for the next 2 months.Read More: Fun Activities for the Kids this Summer

Time seems to have flown by because spring has arrived! This means it's time to get your home ready for warmer weather.Read More: Getting Your Home Ready for Spring

Every year it pops in our head that we need to get rid of things in our home. The problem is it can be hard to know whether to throw something away or not.Read More: How to Know When to Get Rid of Stuff

If you're planning on doing home renovation projects, then you're going to want to really consider the work that you have cut out for you. Some of these projects will be a matter of preference while others will be a necessity.Read More: How to Retexture Your Walls

Fall is one of the most beautiful times of the year. This means that families only have a small window of time to be able to truly enjoy the outdoors with all its colorful beauty.Read More: Things to do this Fall

It's that time of year again when the kids are in school and you have a home that can stay a bit cleaner for longer periods of time. Younger kids come home earlier from school but the question then becomes what they can do next.Read More: After School Activities

Many times, parents and couples work hard during the week and then rush into the weekend with things do to and get done around the house. Of course, there is time for fun and going out.Read More: Weekend Ideas for the Family

Wood fences are beautiful and help in the protection of your family and pets. They help a family feel safe and secure as they play in the backyard be it in the summer or winter.Read More: Keep Your Fence Looking New

It seems as if no matter what you do the home always gets dirty. Each season tends to have its own way of making your home dirty.Read More: How to Clean Your Home this Winter

If you haven't noticed the lighting change that fall brings you'll be noticing the time change soon. Fall and winter makes it hard to get out of bed in the morning and then after you tackle that you have to drag yourself out of bed.Read More: Adjust Your Lighting in Winter

With summer here and the kids out of school there will be a lot more people at home during the day. This means that the house is bound to get dirtier faster.Read More: Summer Cleaning

As utility bills continue to go up and the amount of income we can bring in is going down, we often wonder what we can do. Each of us want to be able to afford a nice home with utility bills that leave us some money left over for something else.Read More: Energy Saving Home

We are very excited to announce that we have completed our first new home in Country View Estates. This community is in close proximity to all destinations and amenities that lend themselves to your best lifestyle.Read More: Our first new home in Country View Estates!