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Living Stones Construction Management, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Boulder, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Adam did a fantastic job from the beginning to end. He communicated along the way and helped make decisions, giving us various options. We appreciated Adamâ s integrity and excellent craftsmanship. He made our house a home and treated us like family rather than just another customer. We will use Adam for other projects and highly recommend him!"
Master bathroom with freestanding jetted tub and c
Shower with body sprays, hand held and rain head.
Half bath with faux finish paint.
Vaulted master bathroom with jetted tub and custom
2 tone custom kitchen

+31

Response time4 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Unison Builds, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Boulder, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 1958

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It gives me great pleasure to write this review for Unison Builds LLC. Chris and his team handled the complete interior and exterior renovation of our 7,500 square feet office building. Their work included adding seven new offices, a gorgeous marble kitchen and dining room, a wonderful reception area, an executive conference room with a 14-foot table, the CEO's new office, and nearly everything else. He is a reliable builder. His team takes great pride in what they do. And the work proceeded even faster than we expected."
Exterior facade
Mountain home from above
Project: 101,000 sq.ft, 94 unit apartment building
Melrose living room
Soda Creek Remodel

+67

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Colorado Paradise Builders, LLC
4.6(
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Serving Boulder, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"Colorado Paradise Builders were responsive when we asked for a proposal to finish our basement. They created a thorough proposal with a price, timeline and specific details on the project. They followed through on everything in a timely manner. Everything cost what it was supposed to cost; their tradesmen were courteous and clean, and they completed the project on time. I would not hesitate to recommend them to a friend or use them again for another home project."
Medina Residence
Medina Residence
Windsor custom home
Windsor custom home
Schmitz basement finish

+5

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lefort Built LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Boulder, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Lefort Built LLC is a trusted, locally owned residential contractor proudly serving Berthoud and the surrounding areas. As a Class A Licensed General Contractor, we take pride in our commitment to reliability, exceptional communication, integrity, and high-quality craftsmanship. At Lefort Built, we are dedicated to providing an outstanding customer experience, ensuring our clients feel confident and empowered in their investment. \n\nWe understand that your home is one of your most valuable assets. That’s why we offer a comprehensive range of services, including design, detailed budgeting, expert construction, and transparent communication. Our team partners with you every step of the way, delivering results that meet your vision and exceed expectations. \n\nContact us today for a FREE project evaluation and estimate! Call (720) 336-9935 or visit www.lefortbuilt.com.

Basement Finish
Basement Finish
Basement Finish
Basement Finish
Basement Finish

+97

Response time1 day
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Lone Eagle Construction
5.0(
3
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Serving Boulder, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We are so happy we picked LEC for our custom home build. We talked to many GCs and literally cannot say enough about our experience with them. We had a very specific design in mind and they delivered 100% for a reasonable price point and faster than any of our neighbors were built. Highly recommend!"
Great Room
Modern European Custom
Modern European Custom
Modern European Custom
Office

+13

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Velocity Enterprises
4.6(
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Serving Boulder, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Jeremy and team are amazing. They did an excellent job renovating my master bathroom and master bedroom. I would highly recommend them and use them again myself. Thank you!"
Climate Smart Program
Concrete Pad
 Stain
 Boulder Deck
 Custom gate

+35

Response time9 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Bruce Leahy Construction
5.0(
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Serving Boulder, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 1974

Customers say: Quick response

Established in 1974 in California. Expanded to Colorado and Mexico. In over 40 years our scope of work covers every aspect of new(ground up), renovations and remodels.\nWork extends to dental and medical facilities, schools, hotel and restaurant interiors, local , state and federal projects. Our matrix has always been to stay small, flexible and \nConnected with our client base.

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Custom Home Builders questions, answered by experts

Typically, architects do not build homes in a hands-on sense of doing the actual framing, roofing, or other building. Architects usually do not have the training and experience to build the homes they design. An architect would need to know how to do the specific trades required to build a house, which is possible but not a common practice. A general contractor or homebuilder typically oversees the actual details of building the house that the architect designs.

There are energy-efficient options when building a cottage. Select green building materials, high-performance insulation, and energy-efficient windows when designing your cottage. Options such as solar panels, efficient HVAC systems, and LED lighting can lower your utility bills and reduce your environmental impact. Many builders offer energy-efficient upgrades as part of the design process.

A green home is one that focuses on conservation, with the goal often being net-zero carbon emissions and self-sustainability. It will often include some kind of self-generation equipment, like solar panels or a small wind turbine, high-efficiency electrical components and mechanicals, and high-quality insulation and air sealing to reduce the loss of conditioned air. Many green homes also include xeriscaping or rainwater collection to cut down on drainage and water consumption.

Buying a house is easier than building one from scratch. Buying an existing home is almost always faster, even if you need to make renovations once you move in. When you hire the right team to build a home, they will simplify the design and build phases so that there is little guesswork throughout the process, but building new construction will almost always take longer than buying an existing 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.

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