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Maden Home Building, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Merced, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Mike, Anna, and Johnny make a great team who I have enjoyed working with while making our custom home project come to life. Building a home is a stressful time, and there were a lot of curveballs thrown on our project through COVID, new PG&E rules and government regulations, and a law firm that took WAY longer than needed to draw up a utility easement with our neighbor. Every construction project is unique and will have its own issues pop up. Itâ s how the problems are handled that matters. MHB was honest and professional throughout the process, and you can tell they care about the ownerâ s satisfaction with the end product."
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Response time9 hrs
Response rate90%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Mindful, Inc. DBA Perennial Builders
4.5(
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Serving Merced, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"spoke to the owner of Brandi homes, I had a lot of questions, he was able and willing to answer all. He seems very professional and willing to help in any way he could. We did not continue with our thought of building a home at this time, however if and when we do we will diffenately be in touch with Brandi Homes again."
Response time20 mins
Response rate90%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Johnson & Sons
5.0(
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Serving Merced, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1963

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Johnson & Sons Construction Services is a contracting firm, specializing in New Home Residential Construction, New Homes, Remodel, Additions, Repairs, Restoration Services. We pride ourselves on giving our customers the best products and service in the industry. There is no greater tool in your address book than the number of the 'go-to' contractor. We offer our customers the peace of mind of; always knowing the work will be done on time and correctly by skilled dependable craftsman.\nMake Johnsons & Sons, your one stop shop for all your home improvement needs. We are professional efficient, and always get the job done right the first time we make it our mission listen to our customers order to ensure 100% satisfaction. Thank you

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+3

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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SAHNER CONSTRUCTION
New to Angi

Serving Merced, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

A+ BBB Rated Sahner Construction has been in business for 10 years. We have provided remodels, additions and full builds throughout the central Valley. With over 20 years of experience in the home building industry, we know what is important to our customers and we deliver on our commitments. Your project will be handled with top in class quality, on schedule and within budget.

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Full home remodel.

+6

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Clear Horizon Home Solutions, Inc.
4.3(
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Serving Merced, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had such a wonderful experience with the crew from expert home builders ! They came out to remodel the kitchen and landscaping. They had masks and gloves , they were kind , professional and clean . I will definitely recommend them to my friends!"
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Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Preferred Construction Group Inc
4.9(
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Serving Merced, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Israel and his team were excellent. Israel is very responsive and his team was skilled and worked quick. We had a washer leak that caused damage to our laminate flooring. We decided to remove all the laminate flooring and tile, about 1000 sq ft, and replace with vinyl it was demoed in two days and the new vinyl and base boards done in another three. We had several change requests throughout the project and Israel and his guys adjusted quickly to what we needed. The workmanship is very good, his availability and communication is better than most contractors I've worked with and all within a reasonable price. Would certainly recommend to anyone looking for home renovation work."
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Babylon Builders - Home & Landscape Contractor
4.2(
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Serving Merced, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

"I was referred to Roney at Babylon Builders by my realtor in the Bay Area. I am seeking some insight and advice on a property pending purchase. Roney was prompt in response and truly went above and beyond in answering my questions and explaining my various options. Thank you, Ron! I look forward to meeting with you and your team in the very near future."
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Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Mega Power Electric, Inc
5.0(
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Serving Merced, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great job on the house, they had everything installed in 3 days and once the LAWP Panel from the power company and hooked everything, then everything was working well. they took care of all the paper works and documentation, and everything was done quickly. Best price available for us."
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Home Building questions, answered by experts

A construction manager is particularly useful in the case of a large-scale build with custom design elements, so it’s usually worth it to hire one. They can help manage your budget, maintain quality control, oversee timelines, and navigate unexpected hurdles. While construction managers are pricey, they can actually save money in the long run by identifying cost-saving opportunities and ensuring the project stays within budget.

Renovating or remodeling an existing structure is usually less expensive than the cost to build a new house. That’s because you can save on the costs of new building materials, laying a foundation, framing the entire building, and installing new materials and utilities throughout the house. However, if a home is in very poor condition or is incredibly old, you could spend more on upgrades and restoration compared to building from scratch.

A contractor can install your shipping container home in as little as 90 days. This is notably quick compared to a traditional home build, which can take more than a year (providing there aren’t permitting or construction delays that make the wait even longer). For the quickest installation, choose a prefab container home.

Yes, you can finance new construction, though the process often requires a different type of loan than one for an existing property. There are several financing options available:

  • Construction-to-Permanent Loan: This is a common option where a single loan covers the building costs and then converts into a traditional mortgage once construction is complete and you move in.

  • Construction Loan (Stand-Alone): This type of loan provides funding only for the duration of the construction project. Once the house is built, you will need to pay the loan in full, typically by securing a separate, standard mortgage.

  • Builder Financing: Some custom homebuilders offer their own financing options, which may only require a down payment to begin the building process.

  • Bridge Loan: This can be a useful short-term loan to fund your new construction while you are in the process of selling your old home.

  • Home Equity Options: If you are building a second home, you might be able to use a home equity line of credit (HELOC) or a cash-out refinance on your current property.

It's also important to be aware that some lenders may have restrictions on financing for DIY house builds, so be sure to verify that you can secure financing before starting your project.

On average, the cost of a home builder is about $150 per square foot, but that price can range from around $100 to $400 per square foot or more. That puts the typical price range of a standard, 2,000-square-foot house between $200,000 and $800,000. Some factors that affect the price of hiring a home builder include the following:

  • Location of your home and the living cost in the area

  • Type of foundation and framing you choose

  • Quality of the building materials

  • Footprint and layout of the house

  • Number of stories

  • Builder’s experience

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