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Welcome Home: A 2nd Grader’s View of the New Valle Crucis School

This week on All About Home Construction, we got a very special perspective on one of the biggest building projects in Watauga County — the new Valle Crucis School.

Instead of talking with architects or contractors, we heard from someone who matters most… a student.

Isaac, a 2nd grader, joined the show to share what it’s like walking into a brand-new school after the challenges our community has faced. From the classrooms and hallways to the gym and cafeteria, he gave us a firsthand look at what the new building means to the kids who fill it every day.

We also talked about:

• What makes this new facility different from the old one

• Why modern school construction matters for learning

• How community resilience shows up in bricks and mortar

• And what it feels like for students to finally be “back home”

Sometimes the best way to understand a building project isn’t through blueprints — it’s through the eyes of a child.

This is a special episode about construction, community, and the future of Valle Crucis.

Tune in and take a listen.

On this week’s episode, we answered a fresh round of listener home-improvement questions covering some of the most common issues homeowners face. We talked about how to tell if your attic insulation is doing its job, simple fixes for a dripping faucet, and why certain rooms stay colder than the rest of the house.

We also discussed how often HVAC systems should be serviced, whether you can safely install a ceiling fan where a light fixture used to be, and the key differences between a heat pump and a traditional furnace. To wrap things up, we covered the warning signs that it may be time to replace your water heater before it fails.

If you enjoy practical tips, real-world advice, and answers to everyday home maintenance questions, this episode is packed with helpful information for homeowners at any stage.

Solar power is one of the most talked-about home upgrades—but it’s also one of the most misunderstood. On this episode of All About Home Construction, we break down some of the most common myths surrounding residential and land-based solar systems and separate fact from fiction.

We discuss whether “free solar” really exists, the truth about leasing land for solar farms, and why not every roof or property is automatically perfect for solar. We also talk honestly about financing, electric bill credits, maintenance, durability, resale value, and whether solar truly makes sense for every homeowner.

If you’re considering solar—or just tired of the sales pitches and online hype—this episode will help you understand the real costs, benefits, limitations, and smart questions to ask before making a decision.

As always, our goal is to help you make informed, realistic choices about your home, your land, and your money.