Building a custom home is an experience you can be proud of at completion. Getting the essential details implemented and creating a vision is all part of the building process. Designing the home to your lifestyle needs will reflect your personality and style all while showcasing a building that will last for generations. Selecting a custom home builder is an important step.
It is essential that the custom builder has the skills to bring your vision to life. Selecting a builder that is qualified can ensure that from start to finish your project will run smoothly. Here is a brief list to get you started with potential builders.
Observe and Report Their Work
Visiting available completed projects and speaking with previous clients is a great way to get to know a custom builder. Even talking to subcontractors and vendors can help you learn about the way the builder conducts their business.
Home Building is a Product and a Service
The custom home you are about to build is a product, but most importantly the builder provides a service. That is to say that the builder must be a guide and consultant on every aspect of the building process from pre-construction planning to design consultations through project start and close-out.
Pre-construction Planning Matters
Before an architect draws up plans to build your home it is essential that a custom home builder is involved early on. The builder will add value engineering to the design while the architect prepares plans to fit your vision. This will ensure the home is both designed properly to fit your needs as well as maintain budget constraints.
Do the Research
It is part of the builder search process to reference previous work and clients. A good account from other homeowners can help in making your decision.
Costs Will Vary
Building a custom home is a huge investment of both time and money. Being transparent with costs is a essential to formulating a good working budget and a realistic idea of what labor and materials cost. Ask the builder to show you these costs and review them periodically.
Custom Home Builder Questions
- What is your experience in the custom home building industry?
- Do you have custom home architect or designer recommendations?
- Do you have a schedule to follow and how do you implement it?
- Who are your subcontractors and do they work on custom homes?
- Who is managing the project on a daily basis?
- What is your relationship with the building department?
- Why should I choose your company?
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