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Top-Rated Custom home builders in Orange - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for NERI BUILDING AND DEVELOPMENT LLC
NERI BUILDING AND DEVELOPMENT LLC
5.0(
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Serving Orange, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

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Emergency services offered

"Our custom home was built with outstanding craftsmanship and attention to detail. The team was organized, communicative, and truly committed to delivering exactly what we envisioned. Every part of the home reflects quality work and thoughtful planning. They stayed on schedule, kept the site clean, and made the entire process smooth from start to finish. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a reliable and skilled custom home builder."
Spindle Hill Farms
Spindle Hill Farms
Spindle Hill Farms
Spindle Hill Farms
Stamped Concrete

+8

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Custom Build and Remodeling, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Orange, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

Customers say: True professional

"Best contractor I have ever worked with! Usein was very communicative and extremely pleasant to work with. The work was completed exactly on time, and it turned out even better than we hoped! He was very flexible with us and explained things very clearly. He took such great care of our house while working on it, and treated it as if it were his own - which really helped us turn our house into a "home" when we moved in! Would highly recommend him and his team!"
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+5

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for 360 Contracting LLC - Westport
360 Contracting LLC - Westport
4.8(
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Serving Orange, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

"Very well, Damon and his nephew Jay were very meticulous with the work they did and cleaned up every day. They removed an old fiber glass tub/shower enclosure in our guest bathroom and installed a better tub and tiled the surround, replaced plumbing hardware. Downstairs they removed an ugly slate floor from our foyer and powder room and retiled with a lighter more modern look. I provided the materials."
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
Reicher and son llc
5.0(
7
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Serving Orange, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

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"Bob Reicher came to my house,  took measurements and then went with me
to Loew's to choose the right door on a Saturday afternoon and he then
picked up the door  on Monday, November 11th, a holiday, and he and his
employee installed the sliding glass door all in one day.  He is exceptionally
accurate and neat in his work.
The building is 30 years old and I know it took my neighbor 2 days to install their door due to an improper fitting.; however Bob
had no problems fitting my door.  It fit perfectly the first time and they completed the job in less than 6 hours, because he took accurate measurements beforehand. He knew exactly what he was doing.
He had one worker with him and both were precise, polite, and professional.
Several years ago Mr. Reicher also put on my back deck.  And then too he took  accurate measurements and was the only contractor to submit a precise drawing to the Condo Assoicatiion and the Building Inspector. 
I would highly recommend Bob Reicher for any construction project he chooses.  
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Cooper LLC
5.0(
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Serving Orange, CT and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

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To become the leading construction firm, while delivering projects that consistently provide exceptional customer satisfaction. To become the customers' most preferred choice . \nTo provide the highest level of service in the construction industry while offering superior craftsmanship to every project, we handle.\nTo continually innovate, develop and adopt state-of-the-art technology in methods and materials to enhance productivity and cost effectiveness.\n

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+42

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Kimca Construction LLC
5.0(
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Serving Orange, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

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Emergency services offered

"I hired Kimca Construction to remodel my kitchen and my bathroom. The exceeded my expectations. They are very professional and very clean. They finished before their promised date. I am very happy! I will always use Kimca Construction for my home projects."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Zajac Home Improvement
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Serving Orange, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

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Emergency services offered

"We just completed a project to gut and remodel our kitchen. I will (and already have) highly recommend him to any family or friend looking for a reliable and trustworthy contractor for any home improvement project. We did several projects over the years and have had some horrible experiences. They were so bad that we held off on redoing the kitchen until it was literally falling apart. I did a lot of research and met with several contractors before deciding on Ed. His price estimate was reasonable and right in the middle of the pack. He time estimate was 3 weeks and I was initially dubious that the project could be completed in that time frame. He actually completed the project in 2.5 weeks which exceeded my expectations. I believe a major reason is that Ed has excellent project management skills. He tasked us with homework before he would start the project. We finalized the cabinet selections, countertop, tile, flooring, appliances, etc. before a hammer was lifted. This ensured that there was no wait time once the project started. He would email us at the end of each day to tell us what was accomplished and what was the target for the following day. Outside of email communications he was also prompt in his replies to text messages and phone calls when I needed to talk to him. He and his crew came every weekday and were on time *every single day*. There was a day that was snowing. Ed pulled up about half an hour earlier than usual. He arrived earlier because he was afraid that the road conditions might make him late. It was a perfect example of his professionalism and commitment to his work. In addition to having a beautiful new kitchen, I feel fortunate to have finally found a contractor that I will continue to use for any future project. It seems he has a lot of repeat customers which is a testament to the quality of his work and trustworthiness as a contractor."
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Custom Home Builders FAQs, answered by experts

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. 

Most homeowners pay between $100,000 and $200,000 for demolition and remodeling costs, whereas the average cost to build a new home is between $139,000 and $531,300.

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.

Green homes are often more expensive to build, averaging around $200 per square foot compared to the $150 per square foot you’d spend to build a standard home. However, green homes can save you money on your utility bills by consuming less energy or creating energy using solar panels or wind turbines on-site. They’re more expensive to build, but they often end up costing less in the long run.

A-frame homes are on the smaller side. While there’s no set square footage amount it has to be, it will usually come in around 1,000 square feet or smaller.

Handypeople usually don’t hold trade licenses, so they typically aren’t qualified to tackle projects involving installing or making alterations to plumbing or electrical lines. Below are some jobs that a handyperson usually won’t be able to complete:

  • Installing plumbing for a new kitchen or bathroom

  • Replacing plumbing pipes

  • Installing or repairing septic systems

  • Running new electrical wiring

  • Installing a subpanel

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