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Communities, Construction in FloridaWhat’s the Difference? Block Versus Wood Frames
We at ICI Homes have built new custom Florida homes all over the state for more than four decades, and
Buying a Home, Communities, Construction in Florida, Homebuyer Resources, News, Relocating to FloridaWhy Master-Planned Communities Are Thriving in the Sunshine State
A Forbes.com contributor recently spotlighted Florida residents’ affinity for master-planned communities, an observation that’s spot on. The article, “Master-Planned Communities
Buying a Home, Construction in Florida, Home CustomizationWhat’s a Florida Basement?
At first, you might think, “Wait a minute, I thought…” And you’re right! A new custom Florida home from ICI
Communities, Construction in Florida, On Your LandFAQs About Building On Your Land with ICI Homes
At ICI Homes, we believe your dream home should begin with your dreams — not limitations. Building on your own
Construction in FloridaIs New Construction a Great Value for Savvy Homebuyers?
Searching for a new home and unsure whether to buy a resale or new construction? We at ICI Homes are
Buying a Home, Communities, Construction in Florida, Home Customization, Homebuyer ResourcesBuild on Your Lot: Questions Answered
If it’s time to build that dream home, retirement home, or vacation home on a lot that you own, it’s
ICI Spotlight, Communities, Construction in Florida, Design and Trends, TamayaWest Indies Style: Is Our Newest Elevation Right for You?
Many people searching for a new custom Florida home want it to look like belongs in the Sunshine State —
ICI Spotlight, Buying a Home, Communities, Construction in Florida, MovingNo “Off Season” – Build A New Custom Florida Home Any Time of Year
Trying to sync up your calendar with a move to the Sunshine State? It’s much easier than you might think.
ICI Spotlight, Construction in Florida, Design and TrendsWhy There’s Landscaping in Front of Model Home Garages
What’s the number one question we get asked online? “How do I get in the garage?!” The question about landscaping in
ICI Spotlight, Construction in FloridaHome-Buying Lingo Explained: What’s ‘Exterior Elevation?’
Like any industry, the modern homebuilding scene has its own language and terminology that evolved out of need and circumstance.
Communities, Construction in FloridaHow to Maximize the Helpfulness of ICI Homes’ Online Sales Consultants
If you’re searching for a new custom Florida home and you’ve discovered us at ICI Homes, you have an instant
ICI Spotlight, Construction in Florida, Home CustomizationOur Top Four Suggestions for First-Time Home Builders
Ready to take the home-building plunge? As a newbie? All we at ICI Homes ask you to remember is this:
Four Good Reasons to Build a Custom Home
August 18, 2017
When you’re in the market for a new home, you usually have three choices: a resale, a “spec” home (we’ll explain) and a custom home built just for you and your household. Hmmm. Which would you prefer? A resale means you’re buying a home someone else is selling, usually not
Building a New Home? 10 Can’t-Live-Without Features
July 25, 2017
In today’s home-building market, the design choices you make as a homeowner should fit your household’s lifestyle and locale. Increasingly, those choices are becoming environmentally friendly, which is a good thing for our planet and wallets. Regardless of whether you’re considering building a new Florida home, or are about to
How NOT to Design Your New Home
July 20, 2017
Research almost any how-to topic, and you’ll find limitless information on how to do it. That’s thanks to the great information highway known as the internet. You’ll find far less, however — online or anywhere — on how NOT to tackle a how-to topic. If it exists, it’s usually tacked
Homeowner Maintenance Made Easy: The Basics
February 5, 2023
If you’re the happy owner of a new custom Florida home by ICI Homes, you probably know maintenance tasks will be necessary down the road. It’s a common obligation and one that embodies the old saying “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Taking care of tasks
Tricks and Tips to Keep that New Home Feeling
May 26, 2021
Moving into your new home is an exciting milestone even with the work required to get it done. Pat yourself on the back for this big accomplishment whether you moved from across town or across a continent! After you rest up and get your bearings, we at ICI Homes want
Top 10 Fall Lawn Care Tips for Florida Homeowners
November 1, 2010
Living in the Sunshine State has its perks, and one of them is the mild Fall weather! While most of the country experiences crisp autumn days and leaves changing colors, Florida’s fall is a bit different. But just because the temperatures are more moderate doesn’t mean you can ignore your