Not all homeowners want to buy a pre-built home. There are many advantages to having your own custom home built from scratch. You get to choose the location, layout, design, and all the amenities. Once you decide this is the path you want to take, it’s time to choose a custom home builder.
What to Know About Custom Home Building
Having a custom home built is exciting and opens up endless possibilities. At the same time, there are a few things you should know before you get started.
- You need to choose the right lot that meets your requirements. When considering land, you should consider the size, soil quality, privacy, and convenience.
- Investigate building and zoning permit requirements in the area.
- Decide on the layout and style you want.
- Find a custom home builder in the area. An experienced builder can help you with many of the details, such as finding the right lot and getting the necessary permits.
Related: Custom home building process
When to Contact a Custom Home Builder
Custom homes take time to plan and build. You’ll want to get the process started as early as possible. You should call a builder when:
- You’re searching for a lot to build on.
- You already own a lot and want to build on it.
- You have a home you want to tear down so you can rebuild.
- You’ve identified an area and have questions about what’s available, the costs, and the requirements.
Related: Knockdown rebuild process
Meeting With a Custom Home Builder
You should arrive at your first meeting with a custom home builder well-prepared. This meeting can have a big impact on your future plans. Here are some points to consider when you prepare for the meeting.
- Specs: Write down the specs you want for the home. This doesn’t have to be precise and you may alter it later. However, you should be able to describe the approximate size and design of the home.
- Budget: Know your budget. It’s good to have an idea of what kind of mortgage you qualify for and the down payment you can make.
- Questions: Bring a list of questions to ask the builder. You can ask about the builder’s experience, the cost of the home, a rough timeline, and what contractors the builder works with for different parts of the job.
Steps After You Buy a Lot
Once you’ve arranged to have a home built, you’ll have to arrange for steps such as lot survey, soil testing, choosing the design, arranging for permits, and setting the timeline for construction.
Working With Covenant Homes
Covenant Homes is a custom home builder serving West Central Florida and North Georgia. We have more than 30 years of experience helping people build their dream homes in the ideal locations. Here’s what you can expect when you work with us.
- Personal Touch: We work closely with you and listen to all your concerns and preferences. We want to make sure that every detail is just the way you want it.
- Flexibility: With our experience and close ties to the area, we can either build on your lot or work with our Realtor partners to help you find the right piece of land.
- Unique Design Elements: We give you many floor plans to choose from. Start with your preferred floor plan and choose all the customizations you want.
- Complete Customization: We can modify a floor plan or build you one from scratch. We offer complete customization to your new home, every step of the way.
- Christian Faith and Values: Our business has always been guided by our commitment to our Christian faith and family values.
To find out more about getting your custom home built by a premier custom home builder, contact Covenant Homes online for your free consultation.
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