Lamonte Grulke
@GrulkeLamonte
I build awesome high-performance homes. Constantly studying building science.🏡
I’ve reopened consultations! I had to close it briefly as it was a bit overwhelming with my schedule, but now I’ve opened it up to just a few hours each week! If you have a build or remodel or just have general questions about real estate, I’d love to help! Please email me in…

Really excited to finally start this home, I would like some opinions, if you are buying a 500k home, do you require upgraded appliances, Sub zero refrigerator and 36inch oven etc?


Joe always builds an incredible home!
Owners moved in today!
This HEAT is causing massive delays in the construction world.
Replacing a roof in my area I typically pay $85 a roofing square for labor. And $31 for a bundle of simple architectural shingles. Add solar to the mix, and the labor can easily double.
How to Keep Your Costs Low When Building a Home PART 3! 👇 21.Simplify Your Foundation Slab-on-grade is typically cheaper than crawl space or basement, especially on flat lots. Fewer footings, no stem walls, and no floor framing = big savings. 22.Choose Vinyl or LVP Over…
How to Keep Your Costs Low When Building a Home PART 2! 👇 These are more cost-saving strategies I use every day as a home builder to help my clients get the most value without compromising quality: 11. Simplify Your Roof Design Those pretty hips, valleys, and complex roof…
Every masterpiece starts as a mess of studs and sawdust. Any guesses on how much this kitchen cost me?


I once got two engineering quotes for the same fence project—one was $4,000, the other was $350. Same scope, completely different price. Always get multiple quotes.
Someone stole all my tools and materials from one of my houses last night. 😣
Final sneak peek! Any guesses on what I’ll list this home for??
There’s still time…
PSA - buying Bitcoin now at 21.6k is much cheaper than buying it at 10 million.
Do you eat the snacks in the Airbnb? I have surprisingly found that most people eat the snacks we supply. We also leave 2 water bottles in the fridge.

Development is not quite war, but it sure is a full contact sport. They will tell you about the spreadsheets, renderings, and passive income. What about: - Chasing draw funding while floating $80k of expenses - Losing weeks because a city inspector is busy or on vacation -…
If you want your Airbnb to succeed, focus on creating unique experiences and amenities. Look at your area and ask yourself, what’s missing?