Rockford Homes Blog

Everyone can recognize the construction of a new home as the foundation begins to be poured and walls start to go up, but what happens to get to that point and how do you finally get to the day where you will be moving into your new home? There is a well-planned...

With many parents stuck at home, being productive and keeping kids occupied can be a struggle. On top of this, many children are switching to virtual or homeschooling. To make sure your child doesn’t fall behind, you can actually kill two birds with one stone: turn...

According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, more than 50 million Americans suffer from allergies each year. If you are one of these sufferers, you know how important it is to make your environment as allergy-free as possible. Here are a few...

Our fall schedules may look a little different this year, so why not take this opportunity to travel and explore our beautiful state! There are so many places within a couple of hours or less that are perfect for a day trip or even a weekend excursion. Enjoy the fall...

Whether we like it or not, fall will be here before we know it. The evenings are already getting cooler, the kids are back to school again, and pumpkin spice lattes are just around the corner. Now is a great time to start preparing your home for fall and winter,...

It’s that time of year again! No, not pumpkin spice lattes… (though we like those too). We are talking about ghosts, goblins, and horror! Whether you want to visit historic areas for paranormal hunting or just want some spooky thrills for the family, this list of...

Making the most out of small spaces to close that sale! There are always obstacles when it comes to selling a home. Sometimes it’s located on a busy street or has no backyard. Maybe it’s in desperate need of repairs, maybe that half-bath really should be a full one,...

The impending chill in the air (we promise). Football season. Pumpkin spice. It’s Fall, Ya’ll! Rockford Homes looked at some of the most eye catching fall trends to accentuate the beauty of your home. Whether you have a large open floor plan, a ranch home plan or a...

The latest trends in Smart Home Technology are things even the Jetsons would be excited about! While many of these items can be added to an existing home, there is no doubt that a brand new Rockford home would allow for easy integration. Any of these additions to a...

What was your experience like with Rockford Homes? Overall, the process was much easier than I had anticipated. I had always heard horror stories about building a new home, but it was a pretty smooth process. You could say I am a Pinterest Princess and Rockford did...

What’s in a color? Well, a lot if you are looking to help clients with the sale of their home. CNBC reported an analysis completed by Zillow using a comparison of houses in the same age range, square footage and location to prove that color matters! There are several...

Summer: a time for relaxation, enjoyment, and sun. To avoid falling into a routine of screen time and screaming, plan ahead for some ideas to keep your family occupied. Lavish vacations and cross country trips are certainly great options, but wouldn’t it be nice to...