A comfortable Texas home starts with orientation, shade, a well-detailed envelope, appropriate windows, and HVAC designed for the actual house. Equipment choices work best when planned as one system.
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Use the lot and plan to reduce heat gain
Consider where afternoon sun reaches glass and outdoor spaces. Roof overhangs, tree placement, window location, and shading affect comfort before a thermostat is installed. Discuss these choices while the plan can still change.
Treat the envelope and HVAC together
Air sealing, insulation, window specifications, and mechanical design influence temperature consistency and humidity control. Ask the designer and HVAC contractor to coordinate loads and ventilation for the chosen plan; bigger equipment is not automatically better.
Compare options against your priorities
Request product specifications and a written scope for insulation, windows, controls, and equipment. Ask what is included in the base proposal, which choices are upgrades, and how they will be installed and verified. Comfort, durability, maintenance, and cost all matter.
Discuss your specific homesite
Share your lot and goals with the NB Custom Homes team for a project-specific conversation.
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