Blog: Albuquerque, Santa Fe, New Mexico

Fighting Moisture and Mold»

Even in New Mexico, no one wants to think about house mold or its underlying cause–moisture. As professional builders, however, we are aware of the dangers created by moisture infiltration and we are in a position to prevent it. That makes it our responsibility to…

Construction Lingo 101 Second Edition»

Clear communication is essential in achieving a successful homebuilding project. Construction industry lingo can cause confusion and muddy the waters. In one of our March blogs we introduced you to some basic construction jargon and, as promised, John Kaltenbach Homes is providing a few additional terms…

Go Green with John Kaltenbach Homes»

Green construction methods are in, but do you know what “building green” means? According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), green building incorporates practices that: Increase the efficiency by which homes use and produce energy, materials, and water Protect and restore health to people and…

Homebuilding Myths: The Three-Bid Rule»

As the housing industry becomes more sophisticated and conscientious about achieving genuine and lasting homebuyer satisfaction, the level of professionalism among builders continues to reach new heights. As a result, potential clients searching for a builder to create their dream home have a much deeper…