Texas housing is being shaped by two powerful forces at the same time. On one side, the so-called “silver tsunami” may gradually release more homes into the market as older Americans sell, downsize, or age in place. On the other, the cost of building new…
How to Get Rid of Ants Ahh! Why are there ants in my home? One of our GEMS Owners had this very problem. Her home became a scene for Pixar’s A Bug’s Life movie… and not in a cute cartoon way. When we sent our technician…
Garabedian Properties was chosen for a feature in the Residential Edition of the Landscape Article Magazine in April 2026! Read an excerpt from the article of the chosen property we built for our Owners in Westlake, Texas, titled “Lakeside Villa” — Successful homes begin with…
Spray Foam Insulation Hazards Spray foam insulation is used in construction because of its ability to create an extremely airtight building envelope. We use spray foam because of its energy efficiency, noise reduction, and improved temperature control it can provide. However, if you are to install it…
Rising Housing Costs If you have been watching the housing market over the past several years, one thing is clear: Costs are not slowing down. Material pricing, labor shortages, land constraints, and interest rates all get plenty of attention. Those are all real factors, but there is…
Lighting is one of the most underestimated design elements in a home. People spend months selecting flooring, cabinetry, and countertops, but lighting decisions can shape how you feel in your home. At Garabedian Properties, we use Lutron Ketra Smart Home Lighting paired with Homeworks control…
Meet Our Southlake Owners When we asked Ernie and Sheila McAnally why they picked up the phone and called Mike Garabedian — twice — their answer was: “You can trust him to always do the right thing.” That statement spoke to character. Our Owners met…
When a Bat Moves into Your Patio: A GEMS Story When we create beautiful outdoor spaces for our Owners — places to relax, entertain family, and enjoy North Texas evenings — every once in awhile, unwanted guests decide they would like to enjoy those spaces,…
Make the Most Out of Your Tankless Water Heaters Tankless water heaters have pretty much become the standard in new construction homes and as their use has proliferated, a new set of issues are arising. We hope this blog helps increase the lifespan of your…
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