Flooring Choices for Your New Home

There are few features in your home that combine form and function the way that flooring does. It literally lays the foundation for everything else that happens in your home. With so many options available, it is no wonder homeowners feel overwhelmed making this important decision. So, to help you navigate the world of flooring, …

Crafts to Get You Ready for Fall

Fall has begun, mornings are getting crisper, the days shorter – and although we hate to see summer go, there is something magical about the warm colors and coziness of the new season. So, if you are ready to fill your home with autumn flair, keep reading below for some fun crafts for the whole …

NC Folktales and Mysteries: The Lost Colony

North Carolina has a rich tradition of folklore, and it encompasses a variety of magical legends and unexplained natural phenomena – and today we’ll explore one of the country’s most gripping historical mysteries, the Lost Colony.  The story begins over 400 years ago and involves a group of English settlers that arrived on the North …

Garden Calendar – September Checklist

After a nice, hot summer and hopefully productive growing season, gardens are starting to wind down by September. Although warm weather is still hanging around the North Carolina coast, the days are getting shorter, while brisker mornings and cooler nights are becoming more common. As the season begins to shift, so does our gardening focus, …

NC Boardwalks to Visit Before Summer Ends

Whether it’s in music, movies, or books, going down to the boardwalk is nostalgic and quintessential summertime experience. There’s something special about walking along the water, popping into an ice cream shop for a sweet treat, or hopping on a few rides as you soak in the salt air. Be sure to visit some of …

Creating a Media Room in Your Home

At McAdams Homes, our aim is to offer our customers thoughtfully designed floor plans, while ensuring we provide you with the highest quality in new home construction. As we strive to meet excellence in every detail of your home, we want you to feel good about investing in it and your quality of life with …

NC Folktales and Mysteries: Cape Fear Mermaids

North Carolina has a rich tradition of folklore, and it encompasses a variety of magical legends and unexplained natural phenomena – today we’ll explore a legend that is just a couple hours up the road from Wilmington to the Raleigh area.  Chatham County in the heart of the piedmont, is where our legend takes place. …

Garden Calendar – August Checklist

As the August sun bears down on gardeners and their gardens, it can be difficult to keep plants thriving during the hot summer days. The best way to beat the heat is to perform maintenance tasks early in the day, water your garden regularly and as well as keeping yourself hydrated. Cooler temperatures are ahead …

Spotlight: Leland Brewing Company

Anyone familiar with the Wilmington area knows that it has become a popular destination, not only for vacationers, but many people are flocking here to call this beautiful place home. It goes without saying that Leland has benefited from this expansion, and with the recent growth, residents of Brunswick County have benefited from many new …

Summer – Home Projects

Summer means playing in the yard, swimming, ice-cold drinks on the porch, cookouts under the twinkling bistro lights. It is also a great time for home improvement projects. Make the most of the long days and warm weather with these easy projects that will turn your to-dos into ta-das without breaking the bank.  Pressure Washing. Winter …