Welcome to our Blog “On the Home Front”

Hiring local workers has benefits that extend beyond a company’s day-to-day needs. At AB Homes, this has been good for us—and for our community. When we started our business in 2013, Dan and I wanted it to reflect the things that were most important to us. Our goal was to offer a superior custom home-building experience; use quality materials; and hire local workers and suppliers as part of our team. As the general contractor for the homes we build, I can’t emphasize enough the importance of this last point. We work with approximately 30 subcontractors, who live here in Hampton Roads.

Today’s home buyers seek more than an open-concept kitchen and large master bath when looking at homes; now they want pet-friendly features for Fido and Fluffy. Pet ownership increased this past year, as more humans turned to furry friends for companionship to ease the stress of quarantine. We noticed this trend at AB Homes. More of our homebuyers were looking for roomy interiors and ample outdoor space to accommodate them and their animals.

Hot days and breezy nights; catching fireflies and splashing in the water. Summer has arrived in Suffolk. If you live here, you know how enjoyable it can be. If you’re not from this area, we hope you will come for a visit. No matter where you live in Hampton Roads, our hometown is easy to reach. What’s more, we have five fun ways to savor summer in Suffolk!

Why is The Sussex floor plan one of our favorites? With 2,984 square feet, this classic AB Homes design offers room, privacy, and communal gathering for all. Style and space come together in The Sussex. We love this floor plan, and our buyers do too! Featuring five bedrooms and three-and-half baths, this home has everything you would desire in harmonious living.

Recently, a buyer asked about the features we seek when buying land for new homes. Constructing new, custom-built homes in Suffolk and Isle of Wight County is our specialty. One of the attributes that our buyers like most is our inventory of beautiful, spacious lots. After they’ve selected a floor plan, we enjoy matching their home with one of our properties.

Single-Story versus Two-Story. Buying a house comes with big decisions, including whether it will be a single-story or two-story home. How do you know which is best? For those who are wavering, we have a few observations. Single-story homes with an open layout have some great advantages. For growing families seeking spacious living and privacy, a two-story home fits the bill.