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Elite Homes, LLC
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Serving Dover Afb, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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"He built a custom home for me, and he did a great job. There was a lot of extensive work that went into the home and he was able to complete all of it and got everything I wanted incorporated. Highly recommend James!"
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+5

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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MCH Construction, LLC
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Serving Dover Afb, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

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Credit card accepted

"Trent, Rob and Mason were so easy to work with during our renovations. From the beginning of our project they were very personable, arrived on time, patient with our supply chain issues and cleaned up every day! Attention to detail was always attained! We would highly recommend this company!"
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Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ellis Home Improvement Services
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Serving Dover Afb, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

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Emergency services offered

"The job came out beautifully beyond my ex expectation I have dealt with a lot of contractors being the owner of 5 properties Mr. Ellis is the best I've ever met so far in the business, he's Dependable his work is excellent he gets the job done from plumbing to HVAC heating electrical his prices are affordable and his work is excellent. He's honest and fair."
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Turn Key Construction
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Serving Dover Afb, DE and surrounding areas

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"Very successful remodel of rental condo unit with lots of positive feedback from management company and friends. Remodel was finished in timeframe promised and within agreed upon budget. Ray kept in close touch during the entire project and addressed all of our concerns promptly. Would highly recommend Ray and his team! They really go the 'extra mile' to ensure customer satisfaction."
Old bathroom
Demo
28th St
Dublin Hill Rd
Hallway

+216

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Arius Builders and Engineers LLC
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Serving Dover Afb, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

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Emergency services offered

"I wanted to construct and extension on my home so I called Arius and the engineers came out and assessed my property and proposed a few different options that meet my needs. They helped me select the optimal design which meet my needs and within my budget. The design and construction was executed flawlessly and remained within our pre negotiated price and schedule. I was very pleased with their work."
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New Kitchen
Prepped the kitchen for sanding and hardwood restoration
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+25

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Dream View Exteriors
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Serving Dover Afb, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From the start the experience was amazing. We first met our sales man Robert Jones during our initial estimate. My and my wife were floored with his professionalism and his ability to explain the process and the product. Dream View do not use sub contractors and that was very evident when the crews came dressed with company shirts. The project managers involved were at the site the entire process. Dream View was punctual and professional through out the entire job. Although Dream View was not the cheapest quote we received, I have learned over the years of owning multiple houses that the cheapest is not always the best route. The extra money that the project cost was made up for in the high quality of products, the lifetime warranty on all products and the expertise of the crews at the job. Before my home was dull and way out of commission, but now we  are thrilled with our new home. I loved my Dream View experience and plan on using them again in the future.
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Custom Home Builders questions, answered by experts

A custom home is one that you design from the ground up, allowing you to customize everything from the square footage to the interior layout to all of the materials used. A spec home is one that a builder has designed and gotten approvals for. Spec homes may give you some limited options for the layout and materials, but most of the build is pre-set. Custom homes cost more and take longer to build.

The average cost to build a modular home is around $270,000, and most modular homes total between $180,000 and $360,000. Of course, this price varies significantly by location, and the price tends to follow the cost of living in the area. There are quite a few other factors at play that can affect your pricing, including the following:

  • Number of bedrooms and bathrooms

  • Site preparation, including land clearing and leveling

  • Type of foundation

  • Utility connections

  • Cost of building permits

Yes, you can finance cottage construction through several options. Construction loans provide funds in stages as work progresses, while home equity loans or lines of credit are available if you have existing property. Some lenders offer a combined construction and permanent mortgage. Always review loan terms and payment milestones before committing.

Building a house without blueprints is not advised. It will prevent you from obtaining necessary building permits and meeting building codes and is likely to result in shoddy construction and unsafe living conditions. Detailed blueprints ensure that a house is built to exact specifications and is constructed safely and structurally stable.

Custom homes can take an average of 18 months to build, mainly due to the lengthy design process, and most projects take somewhere between 12 and 24 months. When you work with the right custom home builders near you, they can help you map the road ahead and understand what can speed up or delay the timeline. Choosing locally available materials, for example, can speed things up without losing that customized touch.

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