How do I find a local home builder?

<div>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 <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/5-tips-hire-builder-your-dream-home.htm">hire a builder</a>. 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.</div>

What are the pros and cons of building a house?

<div>The pros and cons or advantages and disadvantages of building a new house include:Pros:<ul><li>It’s all new, so you should have several years before you need to pay for major repairs like a new roof. </li><li>It’s under warranty, so many fixes within that warranty period should be covered.</li><li>You get to build the house to your specifications.</li></ul>Cons:<ul><li>You have to make a LOT of decisions.</li><li>You will almost certainly <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-deal-home-building-delays.htm">deal with building delays</a>.</li><li>It can take a lot of work to stay within your budget.</li><li>Building can be more expensive than buying an existing house.</li></ul></div>

What is the average price per square foot to build a house?

<div>The average price per square foot to build a house is about $150 per square foot. Overall, the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-build-house.htm">cost to build a house</a> 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.</div>

What questions should I ask a home builder?

<div>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:<ul><li>How many years of experience do you have?</li><li>Are you licensed, bonded, and insured?</li><li>Do you have worker’s compensation?</li><li>How long have you worked with your subcontractors?</li><li>How do you handle garbage and waste disposal?</li><li>Do you provide a guarantee or warranty on your work?</li><li>Do you give free estimates?</li><li>Do you offer design services?</li><li>How do you handle change orders?</li><li>Can you provide at least three references?</li><li>Can I see some of the work you’ve done?</li></ul></div>

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Q: Is it cheaper to build or buy a house?

<div>Typically, it&rsquo;s more affordable to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/building-vs-buying-house.htm">buy an existing home than it is to build a new one</a>. 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&rsquo;s a very new one). You&rsquo;re also paying for all new appliances, finishes, permits, inspections, and connections for water, gas, and electricity. </div>

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Reviewed in October 2014
The owner wanted to remodel the all house with a limited time of max of 4 weeks, thanks for the successful and professional job we could finish on time and the customer was happy and ready to refer us to other customers.
H & H Design and Construction
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Reviewed in March 2006
THEY BUILT THE HOME WITH THE COMMUNITY. THEY DID A REALLY NICE JOB WITH THE HOUSE AS WELL AS THE OTHER HOMES. I WOULD RECOMMEND THIS COMPANY FOR FUTURE JOBS IF NEEDED.
WEITZER COMMUNITIES LLC
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Reviewed in March 2006
I DO NOT FEEL THAT THEY SPENT ENOUGH TIME DOING THE LITTLE THINGS AROUND THE HOUSE (LIKE MAKING SURE THE WALLS AND THE FLOOR MEET ALL THE WAY, FIXING HOLES IN THE DRY WALL, OR PUTTING ANY FINISHING TOUCHES ON THE HOUSE).
CENTEX RODGERS CONSTRUCTION
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Reviewed in March 2006
THEY CAME TO BUILD THE HOME AND WE MOVED IN AFTER. THEY DID A REALLY NICE. THEY TOOK CARE OF EVERYTHING. WE HAD SOME PROBLEMS WITH THE FINISH WORK, BUT NOTHING MAJOR. THEY WERE GREAT.
ALL POINTS CONTRACTING
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Reviewed in June 2015
Ed worked with our Architect to build an amazing beach home on Fire Island, NY. Ed's attention to detail and pride in his work make him a very special custom home builder. We are so happy to have picked Ed Horton Builders to build our home.
EDWARD HORTON BUILDERS INC
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Reviewed in May 2013
We used Gerard of Castle Builders twice. He remodeled our old house consisting of new kitchen, two baths, all flooring and windows and doors. The work was done on time and in a very professional manner. The sub-contractors employed were first rate and the quality of the job was excellent. We...
CASTLE BUILDERS OF SOUTH
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Reviewed in March 2006
THEY WERE A GOOD COMPANY AND THE HOME TURNED OUT TO BE JUST FINE. THE TIME IT TOOK TO FINISH THE HOUSE WAS RATHER LONG. THE QUALITY OF WORK PERFORMED COULD HAVE BEEN MORE PROFESSIONAL. I WOULD DO MORE COMPARISON SHOPPING OF BUILDERS IF I WERE TO HAVE ANOTHER HOME BUILT.
LENAR HOMES
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Reviewed in January 2014
We have had the pleasure of hiring Kenco Builders to install new crown molding, along with window and door casings through out our home. The completed project totally changed the look of the interior of the house. The quality of their work was excellent and we would surely recommend them to...
KenCo Builders Inc
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Reviewed in January 2014
We worked with a gentleman named Rusty who was the project manager. This company was extremely professional and managed every tiny aspect of the rebuild. The quality of the contraction and customer service was impeccable. They made sure that there were no construction liens on the home and...
Holly Hill Homes Inc
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Reviewed in March 2006
AT FIRST THEY WERE VERY NICE, HOWEVER WHEN THE HOUSE WAS FINISHED I COULD NOT GET ANY OF THE WORKERS TO COME BACK AND FINISH THE JOB. THEY LEFT THE BACK PORCH UNFINISHED AND SEVERAL OTHER THINGS. I WAS VERY DISAPPOINTED.
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