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15 Must-Have Items from a Custom Home Builder

Posted on December 20, 2022 By Staff

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Our Orinda Custom Home Builder Recommends These

Whether you’re building or remodeling a home, Wehrli Construction, a custom home builder in Orinda, recommends making sure these 15 things are on your list of priority home features.

Mud Room with a Wash Station
A mud room with a wash station will let you conveniently clean dirty dogs and shoes alike.

Outlets under the Cabinets
If you find that outlets on kitchen backsplashes unattractive, then you can avoid unsightliness by installing outlets under cabinets.

Sponge Storage
After the dishes are done, where are you supposed to put the sponge? A sponge drawer answers that question, which is why many Danville kitchen remodels embrace this feature.

Accessible Doors
Accessible doors create a path between your garage and your pantry, making for hassle-free grocery unloading.

Multiple Laundry Rooms
Having more than one laundry room can make doing laundry more convenient, as you won’t need to lug clothes up or down the stairs.

Power Outlets Outside
Many people regret not spending enough time outside. If you’re one of them, having many outdoor power outlets will make it easier to set up entertainment and hobby spots.

Outdoor Kitchen
If you like entertaining guests outdoors, an outdoor kitchen is a must-have.

Breakfast Nook
Breakfast nooks offer a relaxing space for coffee, reading, and, of course, breakfast. That’s why many Danville kitchen remodels include this addition.

Two Kitchen Islands
Having a pair of kitchen islands will greatly expand your kitchen’s working space.

Integrated Speakers
Speakers throughout your home will let you enjoy music, podcasts, or audiobooks no matter what room you’re in.

Extra Bathroom Outlets
You’ll want plenty of outlets in each bathroom. One option is to install them within cabinets.

Waste Chutes
Chutes for recyclables and trash can make placing both of those in their proper bins a breeze.

Accessibility Elements 
Ramps, first-floor bedrooms and bathrooms, and wide doorways are some easy-to-incorporate features that will boost your home’s accessibility for injured or disabled occupants.

Eco-Friendly Features
To make your home more eco-friendly, a smart thermostat is a good start. You can always talk to a pro for more ideas. For instance, a general contractor in Walnut Creek will know which eco-friendly investments make the most sense, given the area’s climate.

Extra-Large Cabinet
By springing for a large, integrated cabinet, you can consolidate items that would otherwise be spread among many smaller cabines.

Plan Your Next Project with Our Walnut Creek General Contractors

Plan and build your dream home or add a little spice with a new kitchen renovation. Contact our contractors at Wehrli Construction here to get started on the right foot. 

Walt has incredible attention to detail skills. His team was very professional. He builds very solid homes. Construction site was always very clean, not even a small nail on the property. He and his project manager dealt with all the county , city, fire department and whatever else was needed. Our project was very big and complicated as we had just the land with no infrastructure. End of the day we are very happy we hired Wehrli Construction to build our home.

- Ivgen

“Walt came highly recommended, almost too well recommended. After our project, we are comfortable, even enthusiastic, to add our voices to the choir of praise. Our project was a complete kitchen and living room remodel: we kept only the tile floor…The results are an over-the-top kitchen, fit for a magazine! The entire crew working on our project (including subs) was friendly, professional and consistent. When they said they would be working, they were. When they left, the place was cleaned up, safe to walk about and inspect. While they were working, they were focused and made consistent progress. Walt set up a collaborative working environment, where we could interrupt to ask questions and debate solutions. The bottom line results are 10 out of 10.

It’s hard to imagine giving such a strong recommendation, but then it was unexpected to receive the same when we first looked at Wehrli Construction. Without a doubt, we could not be happier with the results and with the process. We strongly recommend them!”

- Kimberly & Brent

“Wehrli construction just finished a total remodel of our home. What a fantastic experience. I am very skeptical with contractors and I am very hard to please when it comes to quality, but not this time. Walt Wehrli did a fantastic job. He and his crew along with architect did incredible work down to the finite details. We couldn’t be happier. His attention to detail, his crew was awesome, cleaned up after reach job, courteous and understanding when I asked questions. Walt managed the whole job and I didn’t have to worry at all about the renovation. It was a major job and he made us very happy. Would not hesitate to call him again or refer him at any time. He is the best I have seen.”

- Steve & Dolores D.

“Wehrli Construction renovated our kitchen last year. We were very pleased with the process and the outcome and would highly recommend Walt Wehrli. He had great ideas and listened to our wants and needs. Walt is very reliable and thorough. His workers and subcontractors were professional and did their best to minimize any disruption to our routine. They kept the worksite neat and completed the job ahead of schedule. Walt was a frequent presence on the job, making sure things were running smoothly and on time. The best thing about Walt, though, is his attention to detail. He is very exacting and doesn’t overlook even the smallest detail. The quality of his workmanship is amazing!”

- Michael & Lia H.

“We are extremely happy…It was a big job in which we remodeled our entire house. Walt is very organized and kept our job running consistently and on time. He is dependable, trustworthy and a great communicator who will advocate for you with his subs. He hires quality subcontractors who are courteous and approachable. Through every step of the remodel, we always felt like he had our best interests in mind. He consistently keeps you “in the loop” on your project and truly listens to your concerns/questions. If you are looking for a high quality general contractor who will treat your construction project like it’s his own, we highly recommend you hire Wehrli Construction.”

- Paul & Michele M.

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