How do I find a local home builder?

<div>One starting point to find a local home builder is to collect suggestions from friends and neighbors. However, it’s still wise to do some more research before you <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/5-tips-hire-builder-your-dream-home.htm">hire a builder</a>. Read reviews to supplement any word-of-mouth recommendations. Check sources like Angi that have standards and criteria in place to screen the pros it lists can also help you find more reputable local home builders.</div>

What are the pros and cons of building a house?

<div>The pros and cons or advantages and disadvantages of building a new house include:Pros:<ul><li>It’s all new, so you should have several years before you need to pay for major repairs like a new roof. </li><li>It’s under warranty, so many fixes within that warranty period should be covered.</li><li>You get to build the house to your specifications.</li></ul>Cons:<ul><li>You have to make a LOT of decisions.</li><li>You will almost certainly <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-deal-home-building-delays.htm">deal with building delays</a>.</li><li>It can take a lot of work to stay within your budget.</li><li>Building can be more expensive than buying an existing house.</li></ul></div>

What is the average price per square foot to build a house?

<div>The average price per square foot to build a house is about $150 per square foot. Overall, the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-build-house.htm">cost to build a house</a> ranges anywhere from $100 to $500 per square foot, depending on where you build. The primary cost factors include location, size, and style of house you build.</div>

What questions should I ask a home builder?

<div>Hiring a contractor to build your home is a big commitment. So be sure to ask as many questions up front as possible. Here are a few questions to ask a prospective home builder:<ul><li>How many years of experience do you have?</li><li>Are you licensed, bonded, and insured?</li><li>Do you have worker’s compensation?</li><li>How long have you worked with your subcontractors?</li><li>How do you handle garbage and waste disposal?</li><li>Do you provide a guarantee or warranty on your work?</li><li>Do you give free estimates?</li><li>Do you offer design services?</li><li>How do you handle change orders?</li><li>Can you provide at least three references?</li><li>Can I see some of the work you’ve done?</li></ul></div>

Get matched with top home builders in Hanceville, AL

Q: Is it cheaper to build or buy a house?

<div>Typically, it&rsquo;s more affordable to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/building-vs-buying-house.htm">buy an existing home than it is to build a new one</a>. New construction loan interest rates tend to be higher than interest rates for traditional mortgages. Additionally, the cost of materials is likely higher when building a new home than it was when an existing home was built (unless it&rsquo;s a very new one). You&rsquo;re also paying for all new appliances, finishes, permits, inspections, and connections for water, gas, and electricity. </div>

There are 5 highly-rated local home builders.

Matching on Angi

Share some details about your home project.

Within moments, match with highly-rated local pros.

Compare quotes and choose the best pro for the job.

Verified Reviews for Home Building pros in Hanceville, AL

*The Angi rating for Home Building companies in Hanceville, AL is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Home Building needs.

*The HomeAdvisor rating for Home Building companies in Hanceville, AL is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Home Building needs.

Last update on May 15, 2025

Reviewed in October 2010
They sold me a house that had a shifting foundation. After the house was lifted I had a lot of cosmetic problems. He should have come back and fixed the cracks in the slab floor, drywall, driveway and brick. I have had a lawyer through all of this and it is still not resolved.
AMERICAN HOMES & LAND
Request a quote
Reviewed in January 2023
House was completed when we found it. Yvette's eye for detail is unmatched. There's are so many little and big touches in our house that she genuinely put so much thought into. It was a highlight to me to walk with her through the house and hear where all these great ideas came from. Anything...
Cahaba Building Group
Request a quote
Reviewed in August 2013
So far, they've done an excellent job. I have no complaints. So far, everything has been great. Everything that they said they we're going to do, they've held up their end of the bargain. They're right on track. All the crews that they've brought in have done an excellent job. They have been...
Trinity Custom Homes LLC
Request a quote
Reviewed in December 2012
Banks Home Building was a great contractor to work with. Very professional, honest and ethical. His subs were very well trained and timely. The materials used in our house were top quality. The house was completed on schedule and exactly to our plans and specifications without many change...
Banks Home Building Inc
Request a quote
Reviewed in August 2006
Our house was completed in a timely manor. The workers were friendly and made sure to make us feel comfortable with our investment. I was pleased with the finished product.
HAYS CONSTRUCTION
Request a quote
Reviewed in October 2013
Excellent service! Thomas Davis, Jr, (Duke) went above and beyond to build the house that I wanted. He worked with the sub-contractors on a daily basis to coordinate projects to keep the building process moving forward. He adapted well to changes and modifications. He was energetic and kept...
Duke Davis
Request a quote
Reviewed in July 2006
Waiel Jassim Construction did a great job on the floor plans in the design of our new home. They also offered some great ideas of their own which we actually adored. They were very professional, courteous and polite to us. Our home was just gorgeous.
WAIEL JASSIM CONSTRUCTION
Request a quote
Reviewed in June 2019
James (Historical Home Crafters) has built two houses for us (one in 1996 and one in 2019). We learned during the first construction project that James is professional, respectful, and takes pride in his work. Choosing him to build our new home was based on the experience we had the first time....
HISTORICAL HOMECRAFTERS INC
Request a quote

Get matched with top home builders in Hanceville, AL

There are 5 highly-rated local home builders.

Matching on Angi

Verified Reviews for Home Building pros in Hanceville, AL

Home builders in Hanceville

Home building services FAQs

Find home builders in

Related Tasks

Top cities

Homeowner services

For service pros

Resources

About us

Get our Angi-powered app