In our previous two articles, we have discussed the first six of nine challenges of building and owning a home in western North Carolina. Below are the first six challenges:

1. Finding Land on Which to Build a Home
2. Fluctuating Weather: Difficult for General Contractors and Homeowners
3. Choosing a Trusted General Contractor in Asheville, NC
4. Choosing Whether to Build Your Home on a Basement or Crawlspace
5. Maintaining Your Yard and Landscaping
6. Clearing Trees and General Forestry Issues

The allure of living in the mountains is undeniable. However, it is important to account for the unique challenges presented by the terrain and the weather in the Asheville area. A good, experienced general contractor can help you navigate these issues to build your dream mountain home.

In this article, we will wrap up our list with three more key challenges to building in western North Carolina. 

With its natural beauty, eclectic culture, and abundant outdoor activities, Asheville is an incredible place to live. However, it is difficult to build and own a home in the mountains of western North Carolina. In the first part of our series, Nine Challenges of Building and Owning a Home in Western North Carolina, we discussed challenges one through three:

1. Finding Land on Which to Build a Home
2. Fluctuating Weather: Difficult for General Contractors and Homeowners
3. Choosing a Trusted General Contractor in Asheville, NC

Continuing with our list, here are challenges four through six:

We will begin by saying that we love Asheville and the mountains of western North Carolina. More important than the natural wonders the people with whom we are able to build relationships are the heart and soul of the Appalachians. We are proud to build beautiful structures here in the Asheville area.

Nevertheless, home-builders and homeowners know that there are building and maintenance difficulties unique to this area of the state. In this article, we will discuss the first three of nine challenges of building and owning a home in western North Carolina. In future articles, we will highlight the next six.

This has been a great year for Legacy Contracting. As 2016 draws to a close, we are reflecting on why we have chosen Asheville and western North Carolina as our primary location for performing residential and commercial contracting and restoration services. In this article, we will discuss five quick things that make Asheville a great place to live and work.