How do I make sure I hire a reliable home builder?

• <div><p>Hiring a reliable home builder is an essential task, but there are a few questions you can ask a potential builder to ensure you they are trustworthy and up to the task:</p><ul><li><p>How long do you expect the process to take?</p></li><li><p>Are you fully licensed and insured?</p></li><li><p>How much of the work will you subcontract?</p></li><li><p>Will you pull all of the necessary permits for the job?</p></li><li><p>How long is the builder’s warranty you include with your work?</p></li><li><p>How do you handle resolution for issues I might have with the finished product?</p></li><li><p>How much experience do you have?</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Is it more affordable to gut a house than build a new home?

• <div><p>Whether it’s more affordable to gut a house than build a new one depends on the markets where you'd be buying and selling. However, it’s usually less expensive to renovate a home than to build new construction. </p><p>Most homeowners pay between <b>$100,000 and $200,000</b> for demolition and remodeling costs, whereas the average <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-build-house.htm">cost to build a new home</a> is between <b>$139,000 and $531,300</b>. </p></div>

Summing it up: Should I own a brick house?

• <div><p>If you want to make your home eco-friendly, enjoy low maintenance, and love the fact that its looks will take people’s breath away (and not because they were trying to blow your house down), then a modern brick home is right for you. You can hire a mason to get the building process started for your brick home.</p><p>But if you’re not fond of the color and don’t want to deal with the process of repointing or other repairs, consider going with vinyl or wood. These materials offer a lower cost. While they tend to require more maintenance, they don’t cost nearly the same as exterior brick house repair.</p></div>

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Q: How do I choose the right contractor for my cottage build?

• <div><p>Start by researching local contractors with experience in cottage construction. Ask for references, check licensing and insurance, and review completed projects. Compare multiple bids, making sure each includes the same scope of work. A good contractor will communicate clearly, provide a detailed contract, and ensure all work meets code and safety standards.</p></div>

Q: Is it more affordable to gut a house than build a new home?

• <div><p>Whether it&rsquo;s more affordable to gut a house than build a new one depends on the markets where you'd be buying and selling. However, it&rsquo;s usually less expensive to renovate a home than to build new construction. </p><p>Most homeowners pay between <b>$100,000 and $200,000</b> for demolition and remodeling costs, whereas the average <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-build-house.htm">cost to build a new home</a> is between <b>$139,000 and $531,300</b>. </p></div>

Q: What is the most affordable house to build per square foot?

• <div><p>Ranch and <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-colonial-style-house.htm">colonial-style homes</a> are often the most affordable to build. They have a common layout with available designs that are easy to adjust in simple ways without having to spend too much on a structural engineer or architect. Both types of homes' symmetry, simple roofs, and often one or two-story plans mean they often fall in the $150 to $200 square-foot range, putting them right around average. </p></div>

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Branden is a pleasure to work with. I have used him for several years for our roofing needs and have been very pleased. After the huge hail storm last year, there were a lot of repairs to be done not only on my home, but a storage building, detached garage and carport/patio roof. He used...
Adams & Son Roofing & Construction LLC
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Reviewed in August 2016
The construction project went OUTSTANDING. In fact, based upon talking to Mike (prior to writing up a contract) The wife and I decided, with Mike's help that we could also afford to expand an existing bedroom that was next to the construction area. Several customized features were performed by...
Mike's Home Repair & Remodeling
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Reviewed in September 2015
From the very first phone call to the last correspondence, Jeremy was very professional! During the entire process, he listened to us, explained and suggested different options, stuck to his quote (which was lower than several contacted) and we couldn't be more satisified. He was right on time...
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Reviewed in August 2014
Pros The estimated cost was very close to actual costs for both materials and labor. They not only removed the old posts but dug up and removed the old concrete holding the posts. That was a real tough job, especially in the hot summer sun. The workers were pleasant and respectful of our...
MyHandyman - Budget Fence Builders Fort Smith
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Reviewed in October 2013
I can't say enough GREAT about this company!! Modern Fence is an OUTSTANDING company who not only was able to give a very competitive bid, beating out 7 other vendors, but they also gave us a Military Discount and gave us the absolute BEST crew to do the job!! Once the job started and my crew...
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Reviewed in July 2013
I had 10 designers sign up to design my project. I set a low prize amount since I didn't know what to expect for the designs and this was the first time trying this service. I wanted a design for a floor of a commercial building. Nothing too extravagant. I received only one design...
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Reviewed in May 2011
Was very agreeable to cleaning half the building one day and coming back the next week to complete the job. I don't doubt the carpet is clean but the carpet fiber was stiff after it dried (never had that happen before) and while all obvious stains were removed the color wasn't quite even. ...
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Reviewed in November 2005
PREVIOUS TO USING ANGIE'S LIST, I CALLED 3 GUTTERING COMPANIES FOR AN ESTIMATE. ALL HAD MADE APPOINTMENTS WITH ME, AND NONE HAD FOLLOWED THROUGH. I SIGNED BACK UP ON ANGIE'S LIST AND SORTED THROUGH THE GUTTERING COMPANIES AND PICKED OUT THREE MORE. OF THE THREE, RIGGINS WAS THE ONLY ONE WHO WAS...
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