This year’s Utah Valley Parade of Homes® is in full swing from June 3-18! Each year the Utah Valley Parade of Homes® showcases Utah Valley’s finest homebuilders and we are proud to be part of it.

The great thing is, for those of you who are thinking of building a new home by August 31, 2011, we are giving away free three-tone paint upgrades for the house of your choice.

For more details, come stop by at Booth #9 in the Parade Book. The address is is: 316 East Deercrest Lane (1300 North) Alpine, Utah.

For more details also feel free to call 801-785-8025 or email info@knightwest.com.

We’ll see you soon!

Interviewing our clients has been a lot of fun.  We are so excited to hear from them and learn of the satisfaction they have with their beautiful new Knight West Homes.

This family was really fun and pleasant to work with.  They had previously lived in an older home so the difference between this home and their previous home is substancial.  We we are so happy to have been able to help provide them with a brand new home.  We enjoyed meeting with them to discuse the features they would like to add to their new home.  It was great see their excitement during the building process. 

Knight West Homes can build a beautiful, brand new home for you as well.  The process is easy and the outcome is spectacular.  Come in and meet with us anytime to discuss your new home. 

The Kingwood is Knight West Homes featured home of the month.  This home is our newest plan.  The Kingwood has a spacious open floor plan at 2,700 total Sq. Ft. with 1,811 finished Sq. Ft.  The price of this home is $247,900 which includes one of our  lots in either Saratoga Springs or Mapleton.  You also have the option of building this home on your own lot.  A third car garage option is available.

All  homes built by Knight West Homes are NAHB (National Association of Home Builders) certified green and built with strict building methods ensuring that you will not only save money on building your home but you will save each and every month on your utilities.

We have many affordable custom home options available to choose from as well as the option to build a luxury custom home.  It is worth your time to come in, you will not be disappointed.

Knight West Homes is an affordable custom home builder who not only builds in our community but on Buyer owned lots as well.

We have many lots available in Saratoga Springs and Mapleton.  Saratoga Springs has grown immensely in the last few years and is a wonderful community to live in.  The Jacobs Ranch Subdivision in Saratoga Springs is a lovely community with fantastic views of the lake and mountains.  The lots we have available in Mapleton are located in a beautiful area as well.

Many times we have clients come to us wanting to build a home on their own lot and we are more than happy to do so.

We also have had clients who want to build in a certain area but don’t yet have a lot.  We have helped many of our clients find lots in the areas they want to build.  We recently built a home for a family we showed dozens of lots to and after a little searching they were able to find the lot of their dreams and built the home of their dreams on it!

Nothing brings us more joy than to see our clients happy with their homes.  The following is a testimonial from a great couple we recently built a home for.  We were so happy to work with them and see their dream of having a brand new home of their own become a reality.

As you can see from this couples experience Knight West Homes will provide you with a great home building experience.  We always have our clients best interest at heart.  We have a caring staff to help you in our office but also a longstandng relationship with all of our subcontractors which ensures a great, no hass building process.

Knight West Homes just signed two new contracts and we are so excited to build with these great families.

In Saratoga Springs we will be starting construction on a large luxury home.  This home is a custom home with an upstairs bonus room and a three car garage.  The owners of this home have been very hands on with the floor plan and layout of this beautiful home.  We are looking forward to completing it in the next few months and are very excited to be working with these great people!

In Lehi we are building a large but affordable rambler for another great family.  Construction on this home will begin next week!  This home will be another example of the beautiful and affordable homes Knight West Homes builds for our clients.

Like all Knight West Homes these homes will be Energy Efficient, NAHB Certified Green homes.  We recently recieved an email update from Energy Star stating that the homes we have recently built add up to the elimination of emissions for approximatly 6 vehicles in addition to the savings of 35,568 lbs of coal, the planting of 9.72 acres of tress and an a combined energy savings for our clients of $5,364.  We are so pleased with this information and are looking forward to continuing this trend and helping to not only build beautiful homes for our clients but to also provide a great positive impact on the environment in the community we live in.

If you would like more information on Knight West Homes and the affordable custom homes we build contact us and we will be happy to meet with you!

We have built a beautiful affordable custom home in Saratoga Springs that we have been using as a model home for our clients to preview the energy efficient homes we are building.

This home is now for sale at an affordable price, $204,995.  This custom home is 2737 Sq. Ft. with granite countertops, a grand master bedroom, side entry garage and much more.  This home was just completed in March of this year so it is brand new.  Another great aspect of this custom home is the area in which it is located.  From the front yard there is a beautiful view of mountains and the homes in the area are very nice which helps to increase the value of this Saratoga Springs custom home.

All of Knight West Homes are healthy, Energy Efficient and built to NAHB Certified Green Standards.  This affordable custom home is ready for occupancy which is very convenient if you are ready to move in!

Please call anytime to be shown this beautiful custom home.  We also have many other affordable custom home floor plans available, if this home does not suite you we can find one that will.

For more information, please call 801-785-8025 and ask for Doug or Bill

Surely if you have found yourself traveling on I-15 in Utah County in the past few weeks you may have been frustrated with the traffic.  We thought we would help by providing information on the large closures and projects to come.  Hopefully this will help you plan your communte and avoid a lot of frustration. 

Northbound I-15 lane restrictions for concrete paving: Northbound I-15 is reduced to three lanes from Lindon 200 South to American Fork 500 East for concrete paving operations. These lane restrictions will be in effect 24 hours a day for up to three weeks. Motorists should anticipate moderate to heavy delays during commute times.

April 30 to May 2: University Parkway Northbound Off-Ramp Closed

May 4-6: Provo South Draper Lane Access Closed

Through Spring 2011: 2000 West North of S.R. 75 Closed for Culvert Work, Construction to extend the East Bay South culvert on this Frontage Road is complete. Work to realign the Frontage Road to the west will begin in early January. Work is near the Mill Race Boat Launch, and access to the launch may be impeded as construction progresses. The Frontage Road is expected to be completely closed to traffic through early spring 2011.

Through June: Springville 1950 West Closed for Utility Work Through June, the Springville 1950 West Frontage Road, just north of 1600 South, is closed while crews extend a drainage culvert (Dry Creek) that crosses underneath 1950 West. Area businesses are open and accessible via an alternate route. Large trucks should utilize the new alternate truck route. Crews have set the pre-cast boxes and poured the concrete floor for the cast-in-place section of the box. They will begin pouring the box walls this week.

The completion of these construction projects will bring a great  improvement to your commute throughout Utah County.  We live in this area and have seen what a great change and improvement this new construction has been and will be to the growth of our community.  Pioneer Crossing is a great example of this.  The time it takes to get from I-15 to Lehi and Saratoga Springs has been dramatically reduced.  During rush hour it used to take 20-30 minutes to get from I-15 to Saratoga Springs now it takes as little as 5 minutes. 

For more information on the ICore construction project go to www.i15core.utah.gov

“Knight West was very easy to work with.  Throughout the whole process they led and guided us through all the red tape of building.  Building with them was so easy.  We plan on building again and will go with Knight West when we do.  Knight West is kind, respectful and builds quality homes.  We feel that they build homes that they would want to live in.”

The Kurtz family was wonderful to work with and this is what they had to say about thier experience with Knight West Homes.

The Kurtz’ closed on their home this week, what an exciting time for them.  In just a short period of time they became the owners of a beautiful, brand new and energy efficient home in Utah.

For some the thought of building is scary or intimidating.  Some may feel that buying a home is just an easier way to go.  As you can see from our own clients personal experience building is easy and in today’s ecomomy you can build a brand new custom home in Utah with us for less than you would spend purchasing an existing home.

We were so happy to work with the Kurtz’ and look forward to doing so in the future.

If you are interested in building a home please contact us and we will answer any and all questions you have.

Most of Knight West Homes are built in Saratoga Springs.  For some Saratoga Springs was once thought of as “out in the middle of nowhere” but in the past years Saratoga Springs has grown substantially.  Not only are the neighborhoods growing but there are numerous new and thriving businesses, parks, a beautiful golf course, a brand new children’s library, etc.

Saratoga Springs has a lot of fun events coming up this summer.  What a great opportunity to have some fun with your family and check out what a great community Saratoga Springs has become.

Here is a list of just a few of the events they have planned.  Go to saratoga-springs.net for more!

Story Time at the Fire Station April 19th.

Saratoga Springs Triathlon April 20th.

2011 Saratoga Splash June 4-11 Including;

• Model Airplane Show
• Family Movie Night
• Picnic in the Park
• Baby Contest
• 5K Fun Run
• Police Breakfast
• Grande Parade

and lots more!!

Knight West Homes builds homes for every type of homeowner.

Why rent when you can own a brand new, Affordable, Energy Efficient home for the same amount or near what you are throwing away in rent payments every month.

We build homes that people can afford.  We have the opportunity to offer good discounts to our clients in part because of the longstanding relationship we have with our subcontractors.  They offer us great discounts which help keep your home prices low.

We build homes in every price range starting as low as $189,900.  This price includes the lot when building in the Jacobs Ranch Subdivision in Saratoga Springs or the Jackson Hollow Subdivision in Mapleton.  When building with us you have the option to choose from dozens of home plans.

It is worth your time to come in and see what we have to offer, your time is valuable and it will not be wasted.

Knight West is a premier custom home builder in Utah.  We build high performance homes that are both affordable and healthy.  Contact Knight West Homes today and give us the opportunity to discuss your new home.



Knight West Homes is excited to announce two new affordable custom home plans, the San Marcos and the San Marcos 2.

The San Marcos is 1672 Sq. Ft on the main floor and 1768 Sq. Ft. on the basement floor.  The price of this great home is $249,900 to be built on one of the fantastic lots we have available in Mapleton or Saratoga Springs.

The San Marcos 2 is 1831 Sq. Ft. on the main floor and 1931 Sq. Ft. on the basement floor.  The price of this home is $264,900. 

 Both homes include a 3 car garage.

All  homes built by Knight West Homes are NAHB (National Association of Home Builders) certified green and built with strict building methods ensuring that you will not only save money on building your home but you will save each and every month on your utilities.

We have many home options available to choose from as well as the option to build a custom home.  It is worth your time to come in, you will not be disappointed.

Last week we met with the Broker and 10 Real Estate Agents from Century 21 All Pro Realty.  Together, we went on a model home tour to one of Knight West’s recently completed  Affordable Custom Homes in Jacobs Ranch.  The Century 21 All Pro Realty Real Estate Agents were trained on the health benefits and energy savings of the High Performance Homes™ built by Knight West Homes.  Most of them came up after the tour and said, “You have really got my attention.  I can sell these Affordable Custom Homes.”

We are confident that they can too!  Not just because they are talented agents, but because we strongly believe in the health and financial benefits of our Affordable Custom Homes.  Each home that we build is Energy Star Certified and a NAHB Certified Green Home.  As a homeowner, that means huge savings on your power bills equating to savings thousands of dollars over the years that you live in your Knight West home.  To schedule a walkthrough of one of our High Performance Homes™, please feel free to give us a call! 801-785-8025.

You learn a thing or two from building the best custom homes in Utah for over 20 years.  In fact, you learn a lot of things.  One of the biggest things that we have learned at KnightWest is that Utahns are smart individuals.  It is interesting to us to watch each year bring different fads to the Housing Industry in Utah.  When it all boils down to it, we feel pretty confident in saying that you (if you are a potential buyer/builder of a new home) know what you’re looking for, and once people cut past the bull, it is actually not too tough to make the right decision.  Let me demonstrate…

Realistically, most of the potential buyers that walk in our doors want a few things:

1. To get as much home for their money as possible
2. To not get sold on the “Model” then not get anything like the Model
3. To get the home they Really, Really Want – with the features they want — in essence, their dream home (even if for only at that stage of life)
4. Education about what we plan to do
5. No Hassle

At KnightWest, we have spent over 20 years working to make sure that we meet all of the above each and every time someone walks in the door.  We treat you like family, and you can ask our past customers, that we give the best deal around.  So how do we do it?

Well, lots of things contribute to the experience of getting your own dream home.  One of the things that has really gotten us excited in the past few years is how valuable it can be for you as a homeowner to have your home built GREEN.  What many don’t realize is that Green, doesn’t have as much to do with hugging trees as it has to do with economics.

As we have mentioned in other posts about Green Homes and Green Living, when KnightWest builds you your custom dream home, we build it your way — but we also build it with your future in mind.  By staying on top of all the latest housing technology, you may end up saving literally $100+ per month on utilities and ownership costs.  In addition, the Health Benefits for your family can be enormous as well.  Interestingly, our homes are costing people less money than foreclosures in many cases (see our post on how you can get your home for less than foreclosures).

So, stop on by, or fill out a form, or call us, or whatever.  The point is, check it out, and see why new homeowners around utah are excited about Green.

What is an energy efficient home?

Generally, a green home isn’t just one that is built with sustainable materials, but it is also energy efficient. You may have seen this home or that home certified as “green.” Any builder can put up a sign saying a home is green, but it doesn’t mean that the home is better for the environment than a similar home.

So how can a potential home buyer tell if a home is green?

There are several third parties that will verify that a home is green building. One way is to look for official certification. The National Green Building Standard (ICC 700 or “the Standard) is the only residential green building rating system that is approved by the American National Standards Insitute (ANSI). The ANSI green building standard is one such third party verifier. The ANSI certification is unique because it was developed using the consensus process. The ANSI certification helps create buildings that are good for owners, governments, builders, and the environment. Here at Knight West, we know construct all of our High Performance Homes™ as ANSI certified green homes.

What are the advantages of an ANSI certified green home?

Many ANSI certified green home may cost more upfront, but all of our High Performance Homes™ are priced very competitively. However, one of the greatest features about our homes, is that they can actually save you money. Because our homes are so well-built, your home conserves energy—saving you up to hundreds of dollars on your utility bills. Here are a few standard building techniques that helps your home save you money.

• Basement floors are insulated with 2” rigid foam below the concrete floor.
• Each home has Tyvek ® Drain Wrap on all exterior framed walls.
• All windows are Low E, high energy rated w/argon gas between the glass panes.
• The home is equipped with a 95+ furnace with a combustible air supply and vent exhaust system.
• An energy recovery ventilator (ERV) is installed in each home drawing in outside air and expelling used inside air resulting in a healthier indoor environment.

We’re just getting started! Learn more about our High Performance Homes™ and all the ways our home construction can save you money! Or for more information, feel free to give us a call!

We get asked all the time: “What is the most important thing to remember when buying a home these days?”

Well, as everyone knows, this is a HUGE buyers market these days.  It seems like there are as many foreclosures as not.  So, here is our advice:  BUY BRAND NEW!

So, it may just sound like we’re trying to sell you something – but it is true and absolutely founded on reality.  Let us explain a few facts…

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1. The first thing to remember about a home is the same thing you have to think about when buying  car: Total Cost of Ownership.  With a home, there are a number of factors including insurance (dwelling, private, and mortgage), maintenance, utilities, etc.  Many people ignore most, if not all, of these external factors – which means they don’t understand what their home actually costs them.
2. These factors can account for up to 35-40% of your monthly Total Costs of Ownership in one of Life’s Biggest Investments.
3. Out of everything you have to pay for with respect to buying a home, the trick is to pay the least on all the external factors, so you can put the most into your actual home.
4. Older homes, and homes that haven’t been kept up well — FORECLOSURES — many times have some of the WORST external costs that you’ll find.

So, what is our point here?  Simple.  The reason we tell people to buy new right now is because Knight West Builds Green Homes.  We build Green into your home and into your pockets.

As the Best Home Builder in Utah, we build homes with the highest quality, energy-efficient materials.  This means that you can save on your monthly energy costs.  In fact, as we posted recently, this could end up saving as much as $40,000-$50,000 throughout the life of your home.  WOW!

Not only do you save on energy and utilities, but buying a new home means fewer home maintenance items.  Your home, and everything that is built into it is brand new.  That means fewer maintenance items, and most things are under warranty for some period of time.

The bottom line is that you should make a wise decision when buying your home, not just go for some cheap home or unknown foreclosure.  So here it is again:

Save a lot of money, and still get a custom home built just for you!

PS.  Just get a load of the features that come standard in many homes.

Did you know that an affordable custom home from Knight West Homes can help you save $100/month or more on your monthly utility bills? We utilize the cutting edge in home efficient building materials and processes to make your home tight, like unto a dish, and able to retain both heat in the winter time and cool in the summer time.

On a typical 30 year loan, taking that extra $100+ you save each month and applying it to your principle you can pay off your house 7 years faster. Seven years! Also, building your own custom home is much more affordable than you may think and often times is a better deal than buying a questionable foreclosure. Why not be the first owner of a brand new home by Knight West Homes?

Contact us today for a free consultation to find out what we can build for you. We have dozens of ready to go house plans that will fit any family and any lifestyle. We can also help you out if you’re looking to build a more custom, luxury home for your retirement.

Knight West is proud to announce that we’ve recently completed an entire new website and marketing campaign. We are focusing on the future and making Knight West and our superior homes and buildings more accessible online.

We partnered with nearly Omnia Alliance to give us a new brand, facelift and website. We are very pleased with the results. Please take a few moments and browse our floor plans, our luxury home galleries, and our industry-leading green building techniques that can save you over $150/month in utility bills, and help you pay your mortgage off 7 years earlier.

Here at Knight West we’re proud of the homes we build, and invite you to come and take a look at all that we have to offer; we guarantee you’ll like what you see.