Your home will likely be the largest investment you will ever make. You want to be confident you are selecting the right home builder with the expertise and experience required to not only make your investment sound, but the ability to understand and actualize your dream home.
When building a home, homeowners have the most questions about the actual building process and want an outline with a step-by-step guide to the process.
Homeowners want to know the materials to be used and the warranties offered. They want to know how any future problems will be addressed.
Also desired is a written commitment from the builder for the total cost and anticipated completion time. The builder should guarantee pricing, seek prior approval for any deviations or change requests, and inform the homeowner of any delays.
It is the builder’s responsibility to educate the homeowner, anticipate questions and preempt the homeowners input.
We’ve identified 15 questions that can help you identify a qualified builder who can lead you confidently on the path to a beautiful home.
15 Questions to Ask a Home Builder
How many years have you been in business and how many homes have you built?
Are you licensed and insured as required?
How are you different from other builders? What are the most important benefits of the homes you build?
What type of warranty do you offer?
Can you provide references from prior home buyers? Can I tour model homes? If not, can I see a home you’ve built for another customer?
What are the major energy-saving features in the homes you build?
Do you build only from home plans you supply, or can I provide my own plans?
What are the standard features in the homes you build? What options and upgrades are available?
Who will oversee the construction? Who should I contact if I should have questions?
How and when can I make changes or upgrades?
How and when will the final price for my home be determined?
When and how often will I have access to the home while it’s being built?
How long will my home take to complete?
Does the community have a homeowners association (HOA) and/or an Architectural Review Committee? If so, may I get a copy of the association rules and amount of fees?
What’s your process for inspection during construction and final walk-through? When do we address any issues that need to be corrected or completed?
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