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Here in Delaware storms hit us all the time. Places flood, and sometimes wildfires happen. If a disaster strikes, you need to be prepared. Below, we have listed all the things you will need in your emergency preparedness kit. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us...

You may have just moved into your new neighborhood, you may have been there for years and have a flurry of new neighbors moving in. While the best way to meet your neighbors may just be to knock on their doors and say hi, the direct approach is not for...

Lending restrictions are finally easing. More 20- and 30-somethings are making the leap to buying a home. More people are selling their existing homes and building brand new stick built homes. Yet closing costs will inevitably take a large bite out of your wallet at settlement, anywhere from a few...

When building your new custom home, you may have an idea of what you want your front and back yards to look. From beautiful flower beds to water fountains and ponds, you have many options to choose from. Here are 5 ways to make sure your yard is the yard...

At Toback Builders, we understand that your fur-children are an important part of your life. Every animal deserves the same luxuries that we do, so we have compiled a list of things you can add to your new stick built custom home!       1. Stain Resistant Carpeting  ...

It is that wonderful time of the year when homeowners are spending more time outside with their family and friends. Swimming, grilling, and entertaining on their patios. Due to a large shift in the millennial generation now becoming homeowners, outdoor living is in high demand. The following design trends are going...

Installing a kitchen outside can enhance your backyard and make it one that you will want to spend 95% of your time in. Here in the Eastern Shore of Maryland and Delaware, being outdoors is one of our favorite pastimes in the summer! Whether you are enjoying a family get...

Gardens and gardeners come in all shapes, sizes and needs. We are short and tall & right or left handed. Each garden is different. They can be large vegetable gardens, or a small flower bed. But one thing it all has in common is that we want are garden tools...

A mudroom can be an essential part of your home. A mudroom is an area that is built into some homes to act as a barrier between the outside and the inside. They are especially useful in areas that have a lot of mud and rain in the spring, and...

It is almost summer time here in Lewes Delaware! Time for sunshine, green leaves, fishing trips, boating, and trips to the beach. But the warm season also offers the perfect chance to get work done around the home. Whether it is a new build, renovation, or something you just bought,...

Here in Delaware storms hit us all the time. Places flood, and sometimes wildfires happen. If a disaster strikes, you need to be prepared. Below, we have listed all the things you will need in your emergency preparedness kit. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us...

We have finally made it to the other side of winter, and spring is starting come upon us. We are now in that beautiful sliver of time where it is no too cold, or too hot. It is definitely time to enjoy our time outside. But the question rolling around...

Our Earth is a priceless commodity that we often take for granted. Each year, it is important to give back to the Earth that gives, so much to us. Celebrating Earth Day is not only a great way to give back but if you have children, it’s a great way...

When you are looking to build a new home, selling your current home can sometimes be tasking Not to worry, Toback Builders is here with 5 amazing tips on how to sell your current home quickly so you can move into the new stick built home you are building!  ...

Choosing the best siding for your home is important. You want to choose a siding that is durable, beautiful and fits with your home. When it is time to pick out the siding for your new build, you will have several choices. One of the better brands to choose is NuCedar....

SUMMER TIME. It is the best season here in the Delmarva area. We are close to amazing beaches and parks. We have lots of activities and events happening from April to October here in Rehoboth Beach. We have BBQ’s and parties, family reunions and the such. When you entertain in...

Owning a home is probably one of the most rewarding things you can do. Unfortunately, there’s a possibility you might end up sharing your home with less desirable guests. Knowing how to prevent them, or at the very least make their stay short and sweet is especially handy. Pests come...

It is that time of year, again! Spring is right around the corner, and your yard is in desperate need of attention. If you have kids, there is no reason to do it all yourself. There are several ways you can put your kids to work in the yard so...

The best time to install solar is when a home is being built. Toback Builders and SolarCity are making this possible by offering Solar Standard Homes in the Delmarva area. We are working together to make sure that all homes built by us, have the option to go solar.   HERE ARE...

In your design plan, there will be many crossroads and choices throughout the process. One of note is definitely going to be flooring. What works best for you and your family? And more importantly, what do you want to wake up to every day? All flooring options CAN work within...

I like to think of Spring Cleaning as the time of year where we clean and optimize all things we put off the rest of the ear. You know, the things we didn’t do when we were cleaning up the house over the weekend.   Things like:   Wash the windows Remove...