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Helpful Articles To Help
Design, Maintain or Purchase A New Home in Des Moines


Wood Species Explained
A Guide to Helping you Decide Which Wood is Best for your Home We often get asked about the different kinds of wood used in our homes,...
Scott Van Zee
Dec 23, 2015


Granite vs Quartz Countertops
Stone tops have been popular for some time and your selection from the endless array of unique colors and patterns will significantly...
Scott Van Zee
Dec 14, 2015


Timbertech Decking
Earthwood Evolution: A Scratch, Fade, and Stain Resistant Deck Capped composite decking by TimberTech takes scratch, stain and fade...
Scott Van Zee
Dec 6, 2015

Andersen Windows
Architectural Window Options for Every Type of Iowa Home The Andersen windows design team has put together a fantastic library of home...
Scott Van Zee
Nov 25, 2015


Geothermal Heating Systems For Your Iowa Property
Geothermal Heat Pump System – An Energy Efficient Heating & Cooling Alternative The geothermal heat pump system moves heat from the...
Scott Van Zee
Nov 25, 2015


Houzz: Design Ideas, Home Improvement and Shopping
A Community of Homeowners, Design Enthusiasts and Home Improvement Specialists Dynasty Homes loves the Houzz platform and thinks it is a...
Scott Van Zee
Nov 12, 2015


Zip Sheathing
Zip Sheathing & Tape – An Energy Efficient Structural Wall System for your Home Dynasty Partners is always researching the latest...
Scott Van Zee
Nov 3, 2015

Perks of Living in Johnston, Iowa
A Des Moines Suburb: Johnston is the Place to Be Johnston is located just north of Iowa’s capital city of Des Moines. The city offers...
Scott Van Zee
Nov 1, 2015

Energy Star: A Small Label with a Big Message
Energy Star Certified Iowa Homes by Dynasty Partners Dynasty Partners is proud to offer new homes that have earned the ENERGY STAR®...
Scott Van Zee
Sep 1, 2015


What to Expect at Closing
It’s the final step in making the purchase and the part of the process that is most exciting, but can also feel like the most confusing. ...
Scott Van Zee
Nov 28, 2014
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