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Elite Homes, LLC
5.0(
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Find a Custom Home Builder

Serving Dover Afb, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Elite home is an excellent company that strives to fully satisfy. They are highly professional, and more importantly, trustworthy company. This company truly listened to my desires and made sure to explain all possible options and limitations that lies ahead. They have a trustworthy, courteous and hardworking group of crafts man. The results was everything and more than I was hoping for. I am very happy and pleased with the outcome of my front door and overhang. I will be working with this company again in the near future to complete my basement. Thank you! Romona B"
New Homes
New Homes
New Homes
New Homes
New Homes

+5

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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MCH Construction, LLC
4.4(
17
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Find a Custom Home BuilderFind a Modular Home Builder

Serving Dover Afb, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great attention to even the smallest details. We are going to hire them to build us a new deck. I ve only been in the area a few years and had some shoddy work and over priced services. I m not looking for a bargain; I m looking for quality at a fair price. These are my guys now!"
Addition
Addition
Addition
Don't block the view
Fire place

+111

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Indian River Contracting, LLC
3.8(
86
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Shelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Dover Afb, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brian and his team were awesome to work with. They were very professional. Brian helped us with the design of our addition. They were very efficient and kept the property clean throughout the job. Would definitely recommend this contractor to anyone looking for home improvements."
redo
redo
redo
redo
Stairs renovation

+181

Response time50 mins
Response rate86%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Arius Builders and Engineers LLC
5.0(
6
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Find a Custom Home BuilderFind a Modular Home BuilderShelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Dover Afb, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Provided complete construction drawings on time, which were approved by county without any need for revisions. Sepehr and Saed were very responsive and were quick to perform a site visit and start the work. Highly recommend due to professionalism and expertise."
Foundation Plan
New Kitchen
Prepped the kitchen for sanding and hardwood restoration
Masonry Depot Structural Elevations
Truss shoring support

+25

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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All Pro Exteriors
4.6(
62
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Find a Custom Home BuilderFind a Modular Home BuilderShelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Dover Afb, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Emergency services offered

"I am a senior with a background in construction.  After reviewing many contractors and speaking with some of them, I immediately knew I hit the jackpot when I spoke to Danny.
 
1.  He knew exactly what I needed and wanted done when I first spoke to him.  This entailed the replacement, repair, and installation of the items listed above with attention to quality in materials, prevention of future problems, a fair price, and a commitment to starting and showing up once the job was initiated.  Danny exceeded every expectation in these regards!
2.  I silently knew in advance manufacturers, quality and cost of exterior doors (including the french door), storm doors, door locks and deadbolts, leak-proof door sills for 6 inch exterior walls and a leak-proof barrier on the bottom of the door frames.  Without knowing of my preferences, Danny suggested the identical manufacturers and materials I had in mind.  At this juncture, we met and I hired Danny to perform the work.
3.  I am beyond pleased with the outcome of Danny's effort on this project.  As an example of his integrity, he asked me to trust him in the design and installation of an exterior octagonal window in a bathroom.  My wife and I were literally blown away with a handcrafted symmetrical waterproof tunnel and inside wall frame he created - more akin to an artistic piece than a window.
4. Inside work was always minimally invasive using tarps and soft shoes rather than work boots.  Outside and inside cleanup at the end of each work day was respectfully performed leaving no mess.
I would recommend Danny to anyone requiring any kind of interior or exterior installation, modification, or repair as I have seen firsthand examples of his experience, skills, and personal and business ethics.  In fact, Danny is presently working on costs to replace our roof."
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Home Building questions, answered by experts

Building a new home can be more expensive than buying an existing one, depending on the housing market in your area. Many homeowners still find that building a new house is worth the investment as they can choose the exact layout they want, as well as to choose their own floors, wall coverings, appliances, and finishes. If you live close enough to the build site, you can also stop by to check on the builder’s progress, which can provide some peace of mind that the project is worth it.

No, a structural engineer is not the same as a builder. A structural engineer is an expert in all things related to the structural integrity of a building. The structural engineer is responsible for calculating the correct materials in terms of load-bearing capacity and overall structural safety. Structural engineers do not perform the actual building of the house or other structures. Rather, the builder executes the plans and designs specified by the structural engineer.

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.

Ranch and colonial-style homes 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.

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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