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5 Buildings in Disguise

Have you ever wished you could disappear? Or maybe just your home so those annoying neighbors would stop bugging you. Well thanks to these ingenious designs, now you can. Here are 5 buildings that virtually disappear into their surroundings.... Read More »


10 Tips for Home Safety

Did you know that the month of May is Building Safety Month? Each week, safety tips and information on each of these specific areas will be covered: Energy and Green Building, Disaster Safety and Mitigation, Fire Safety and Awareness, and Backyard Safety. Fire Safety and Awareness is the focus for this week of May 21-27. Here are 10 tips to remember for Fire Safety and Awareness:... Read More »


Cool Your Home Without Melting Your Wallet!

5 Easy ways to save money and keep your home cool this summer! Everyone wants to keep their home cool during the summer months, but always dread the expensive electric bills that fallow. Here are five ways to help keep your home and your family cool this summer while saving some cold hard cash.... Read More »


Space Saving Tips for Your Home

It never seems like there is enough space in your home for all of your things. Finding new ways to create space can not only keep you and your family organized, but it can also make your home feel and look much bigger! Here are just a few space saving ideas to keep your home and life clutter free.... Read More »


Build Homes that “Pinterest” You

Are you trying to find new and exciting ideas for your beautiful new home and don’t know where to look? Pinterest is a new and increasingly popular website that allows you too look at exciting and fun ways to better your life. This post will explain how to get get a Pinterest page, how to navigate through the site and how to use Pinterest to build your dream home!... Read More »


How to Prevent Mold from Growing in Your Home

You hear about it on TV, the news, and maybe even your neighbors. Mold is a problem that no one wants to have. Once it infests a home, it is very expensive to clean up. To make matters worse, many home insurance companies are denying mold claims. Health costs can also be a problem. Mold causes strong allergic reactions in many people. If the mold level is high enough in the home, or if those exposed have vulnerable immune systems (e.g. children, elderly), it can also cause neurological effects. Because of all these things a mold infestation can cause the value of your home or building to drop tremendously. If it is not cleaned properly through expensive remediation efforts, it may not even be inhabitable. Here are a few things you should know about mold as well as how to prevent it in your home.... Read More »


Home Security for You and Your Loved Ones

Whether you have just purchased a new home or have been living in the same home for years, home security should always be a priority. Cypress Homes knows the importance of keeping your family and possessions safe. Protecting you and your family from carbon monoxide, burglary, fire, and floods can not only save your life but also your wallet. The question is what security system should you use and how much will it cost?... Read More »


Outdoor Living Trends in Wisconsin

Outdoor living areas are becoming increasingly popular, even in Wisconsin. Regardless of our fluctuating climate, many Wisconsinites are making their home welcoming and comfortable both inside and out. Here are some outdoor living trends that are possible and popular in Wisconsin!... Read More »


Plan Your Retirement House

Hey baby boomers! Retirement isn’t too far down the road. Even if you aren’t planning on retiring anytime soon, it is never too early to start thinking about the home you’ll retire in. Where do you want to live when you retire? As a custom home builder, we have some experience building homes for customers to retire in. Here are a few tips to consider if you are thinking about building one:... Read More »


Save on Energy Bills with a 7-Day Programmable Thermostat

Extremely cold Wisconsin winters and hot humid summers can cause your electric bills to sore through the roof. The average household spends more than $2,200 a year on these energy bills, nearly half of which goes to heating and cooling. At Cypress Homes Inc. our Focus on Energy certified homes guarantee that we deliver you savings without sacrificing comfort.... Read More »


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