Helpful Information when Choosing your New Home Builder

1. Failure to Research the Builder of your Choice – This is the worst mistake you can make. Never put off researching your builder for later. Although it may take some time, it will be worth it in the long run. When choosing a builder, you should consider the building company’s business bureau rating, customer testimonials and customer service follow-up plans etc. You should select your builder only if these factors meet with your approval.
2. Failure to Question the Builders on the Materials used for Building the Home – Most new home owners end up with a poor quality home because they chose the cheapest builder. You should know that builders do not quote low prices for your home because they can get massive discounts on materials, but because they use low-quality materials. Always question your builder on the materials used for building and research on these materials. Always ask for clarification if you are in doubt. Honest builders are ever-ready to answer your questions.
3. Failure to Ask about Code Requirements and Standards – Building codes vary according to each municipality. These building codes are enforced by local building inspectors. You should always ask about these requirements and standards as some builders build homes that meet these requirements as minimally as possible. For example, ask your builder about the energy efficiency rating on the HVAC system. The higher the rating on the HVAC, the lower your energy bills. Ask about the structural rating on the floor system as this ensures a long-lasting and comfortable home. Always consider a builder who goes far and beyond the minimal standards as this affects how your home is built and your lifestyle.
4. Failure to Think about Anything Other than the Price – The price of a home depends on the location, community and size of the home. However, most often, homes priced low are not of the best value. Do you wish to spend your retirement years in a home doing maintenance and fixing things up which will cost thousands of dollars? Always go for a home that meets with all your requirements to ensure a comfortable life and never compromise on this factor for anything.
5. Failure to Select a Likeable and Trustworthy Builder – Your relationship with your builder is important. You will be spending vast amounts of time with your builder and this means you have to like your builder in order to spend time discussing your new home with him. Furthermore, as you are investing a significant amount of money on your new home, you need to be able to trust your builder to do a good job. If you have met a builder who you like and trust, consider this builder for your new home. Never choose a builder because he quoted the lowest price for your home.

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