New Construction
What about building from scratch? Can you look at an unimproved piece of land and envision your dream home coming to life? Can you gaze at a one-dimensional floor plan and understand what the finished home will look like?Even if you answer an emphatic "No!" to all of these questions, new construction may be the answer. If you’ve exhausted the supply of existing homes and ruled out every available home for one reason or another, building a new home with the exact dimensions and finishes you want is an option you should consider.
First, evaluate the local builders. Look at their finished products as well as homes currently under construction. Talk with the local building department. Find out what their reputations are. Talk with people who live in their homes. Satisfy yourself that you can trust a builder to give you the quality home you deserve before you make a long term and potentially costly commitment. Just because they say all the right things doesn’t mean they will deliver on their promises.
A building relationship has to have trust on both sides if it is to function smoothly within the context of the building contract. Under normal circumstances, you will be looking at a four to six month period from signing the contract to getting your occupancy permit. Take the time you need up front to assure yourself that the builder you select is someone with whom you will be able to maintain a positive working relationship for however long it will take, and, hopefully, beyond.
The trustworthiness of a builder to deliver a quality home, to your specifications, within an appropriate time frame is the most important consideration if you choose to purchase new construction.
Pricing is another issue. Builders will generally have an established standard of construction methods, materials, and finishes. Cost estimates for your home will be based on this standard. When comparing builders prices, make sure you understand fully what those price quotes include. Read the fine print! Another important variable will be the cost of the home site and the engineering necessary to make it buildable. If you take your time and do your homework, you will avoid unnecessary confusion when evaluating builders’ proposals.
To get a rough idea of what your Dream Home will cost, click the link below and try the handy cost calculator.
(Note: If you’d like to know more about new construction or look at some sample floor plans and pictures, please call or e-mail us for more information.)