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Last Looks LLC
5.0(
27
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Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Absolutely amazing job. We’ll executed, excellent work; built solid and matches our home exactly. Tony was on-site everyday at 8am till 4-5pm; Plumbers did great work; Tony is a great guy to work with and offered options and suggestions throughout the duration of the project. The shower and trash can enclosure is beautiful inside and outside. Anyone looking for any home addition project SHOULD CONSIDER Tony and his Company. ?"
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+96

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Sentri Homes
2.3(
21
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Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The contracted the work off to a third party. Jon took longer than expected. The windows was installed pretty good from the looks. Communication could have been better with knowing the job will take longer and what types of trims I wanted for the windows. As the contractor that was hired for this job by this company. Did a good job with putting up decent trim. As for the new windows they look great. I purchased the myself and hired sentri homes to install them. I will need to have a my siding on my house redone to be closer to the new windows so the gaps are not so obvious. That was not expected at first. But from old storm windows and not knowing how they were put in originally. There was some unknown things that was learned from the job being completed. I will have the siding of the house slightly done to match really good for what I wanted later on. My only concern is better communication with sentri homes. Overall they were great when I did talk to them."
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
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MCH Construction, LLC
4.4(
17
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Serving Dover, 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!"
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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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Serving Dover, 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."
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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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Serving Dover, 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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Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Emergency services offered

"It was easy to make an appointment by phone; the pricing was based upon the size and type of the house (single family home, split level, 1800 sq ft). I understand it would have cost more if the house was taller, or less if it was a town house. The cleaners showed up on time, and had the entire job done in about 45 minutes. They used the water faucet from the front of the house to wash out the gutters and flush out the drain pipes. They picked up the gunk that washed out by hand so that it was barely noticeable. I paid by check when they were done."
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for home building projects in Dover, DE

One starting point to find a local home builder is to collect suggestions from friends and neighbors. However, it’s still wise to do some more research before you hire a builder. Read reviews to supplement any word-of-mouth recommendations. Check sources like Angi that have standards and criteria in place to screen the pros it lists can also help you find more reputable local home builders.

The pros and cons or advantages and disadvantages of building a new house include:

Pros:

  • It’s all new, so you should have several years before you need to pay for major repairs like a new roof. 

  • It’s under warranty, so many fixes within that warranty period should be covered.

  • You get to build the house to your specifications.

Cons:

  • You have to make a LOT of decisions.

  • You will almost certainly deal with building delays.

  • It can take a lot of work to stay within your budget.

  • Building can be more expensive than buying an existing house.

Typically, it’s more affordable to buy an existing home than it is to build a new one. New construction loan interest rates tend to be higher than interest rates for traditional mortgages. Additionally, the cost of materials is likely higher when building a new home than it was when an existing home was built (unless it’s a very new one). You’re also paying for all new appliances, finishes, permits, inspections, and connections for water, gas, and electricity. 

The average price per square foot to build a house is about $150 per square foot. Overall, the cost to build a house ranges anywhere from $100 to $500 per square foot, depending on where you build. The primary cost factors include location, size, and style of house you build.

Hiring a contractor to build your home is a big commitment. So be sure to ask as many questions up front as possible. Here are a few questions to ask a prospective home builder:

  • How many years of experience do you have?

  • Are you licensed, bonded, and insured?

  • Do you have worker’s compensation?

  • How long have you worked with your subcontractors?

  • How do you handle garbage and waste disposal?

  • Do you provide a guarantee or warranty on your work?

  • Do you give free estimates?

  • Do you offer design services?

  • How do you handle change orders?

  • Can you provide at least three references?

  • Can I see some of the work you’ve done?

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