Tips for Anyone Building a New Construction Home

tbh_August_11_fbFor many people, the dream of building a new construction home from scratch is never fulfilled because it seems like such a daunting task. The reality of the situation, however, is that building a home can be quick, easy, and very rewarding, as long as you keep these tips in mind.

  1. Think through every factor before purchasing your land:

When investing in a homesite, you want to carefully consider every detail of the location before buying. What are the surrounding homes’ values compared to the one you plan to build, what are your potential neighbors like, and what is the local school district’s rating? Even if you don’t plan to raise children in the house, knowing the direction the local school district is headed will greatly impact the value of your home. Make sure that you completely understand the property boundaries and local building codes as well, so that you don’t have to redraw your floorplan down the road.

  1. Choose a builder you can really trust:

When building your first home, it is easy to get tricked by lofty promises and fine print. Shop around before you decide on a builder, being sure that you know which features are standard for each, as well as which features will cost you more. Try to find a contractor you are completely comfortable with, as you’re going to be working with that company for an extended amount of time. Before signing any contract, have a professional, third-party attorney read it through and explain the conditions to you.

  1. Budget, budget, budget:

The most important thing to know when building a house is exactly how much you can afford to spend on it. Find what that figure is for you, then reduce it. Your actual costs will almost always exceed what you plan to spend, so make sure you plan to pay less than the maximum that you can afford.

  1. Don’t try to cut corners:

If your budget isn’t as large as you would like it to be, don’t try to solve this by cutting anything you see as unnecessary, or by using lower quality products. It will always cost you more to add to your home post-construction, and low quality features will only increase the cost of maintenance. If you find yourself unable to build your home without cutting corners, the best plan of action may be to wait and save your money until you can afford to build the home the way you want.

Picking a builder you can trust is crucial to having a smooth building experience. True Built Home is an established, reputable company serving Washington State and the Pacific Northeast since 2008. If you’re looking to build a home in the area, let us help you have the best experience possible: http://truebuilthome.com/.

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