Whether you’ve fully committed to building a new home from the ground up or you’re still considering remodeling your existing home, there are many things to consider.
First and foremost, it’s important to choose a builder or contractor carefully, because you’ll be working very closely with them throughout the process.
New home construction is time-consuming and can be stressful even when things go smoothly. You don’t want to end up with someone who won’t return your calls, routinely shows up late, or doesn’t stay within your budget or established timeline.
Do your homework and make sure the company you choose has a good reputation. Sometimes personalities don’t mesh well—if you don’t get a good feeling about a builder/contractor, it’s best to move on.
If you’re still in the research stage and deciding whether a new home build is right for you, here are some things to consider:
Dave’s Remodeling is a licensed home construction services contractor offering a range of services, including complete home remodels, home additions and extensions, renovations, updates, reconstruction, and general home improvements.
Our home upgrade specialists work closely with you to ensure we understand your vision for your project. We’re familiar with city ordinances and energy efficiency requirements, and we know how to effectively navigate city codes and regulations to help move your project along.
First and foremost, it’s important to choose a builder or contractor carefully, because you’ll be working very closely with them throughout the process.
New home construction is time-consuming and can be stressful even when things go smoothly. You don’t want to end up with someone who won’t return your calls, routinely shows up late, or doesn’t stay within your budget or established timeline.
Do your homework and make sure the company you choose has a good reputation. Sometimes personalities don’t mesh well—if you don’t get a good feeling about a builder/contractor, it’s best to move on.
If you’re still in the research stage and deciding whether a new home build is right for you, here are some things to consider:
- City codes regarding teardowns: If your plan is to tear down an existing home and rebuild from the ground up, it’s important to know that some city councils prohibit homes of a certain age or of historical significance from being demolished. A qualified builder or contactor can help you determine if this is the case where you live.
- Cost and budget: Building a new home is typically more expensive than remodeling an existing one. But that’s not always the case. If a home has structural damage or is in such a state of disrepair it needs to be taken down to the studs, rebuilding (and getting exactly what you want in the process) may be the more cost-effective choice.
- Hiring a designer: Even if you have a crystal-clear vision of the layout and style for your new home, a designer speaks the language of construction and can be a vital liaison between you and your builder. A good designer is worth their weight in gold and may end up saving you money in the long run through their cost-cutting know-how.
- Unique attributes of existing home: You can never completely recapture the charm of an old home—things like antique wood flooring, wall niches, or a dumbwaiter. Architects and designers can replicate features like this to some degree in a home rebuild, but certain materials may be impossible to replace. This is an important consideration before rebuilding an older home.
Dave’s Remodeling is a licensed home construction services contractor offering a range of services, including complete home remodels, home additions and extensions, renovations, updates, reconstruction, and general home improvements.
Our home upgrade specialists work closely with you to ensure we understand your vision for your project. We’re familiar with city ordinances and energy efficiency requirements, and we know how to effectively navigate city codes and regulations to help move your project along.
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We take care of you from beginning to end—from our initial meeting to project completion, and every step in between. If you’re on the fence about building a new home, call us to explore all your options.
We take enormous pride in our work and strive to ensure your complete satisfaction, and we’re proud to have an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau (BBB). We encourage you to see our reviews using the links below, view our portfolio, and contact us to schedule a consultation for your project.
Angie’s List
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We take enormous pride in our work and strive to ensure your complete satisfaction, and we’re proud to have an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau (BBB). We encourage you to see our reviews using the links below, view our portfolio, and contact us to schedule a consultation for your project.
Angie’s List
Houzz
BuildZoom
