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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Last update on August 17, 2025

Reviewed in April 2014
House was completed in an excellent manner with top level quality and finishes. Very responsive, communications, and great to work with. Highly recommended
MILLER BUILT HOMES
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Reviewed in August 2025
Bradford Homes, Brad Paul Robinson, was the licensed contractor on our permit for building a 2 story guesthouse on our property. Problem is that we never knew Bradford was even involved. They “sold” their contractors license to a 23 year old contractor, Kevin Nguyen, that knew nothing about...
Bradford Custom Homes & Remodeling
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Reviewed in May 2013
Over the years Mr. Miller has always done what he contracted to do. I call him when needed and he responds.
Top To Bottom Home Building and Remodeling
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Reviewed in May 2020
I worked with Ron and GCC on a significant full-home, pop-the-top renovation. For a project this size, we decided to interview over 10 builders and chose GCC because A) they treated our relationship as a true partnership B) They were extremely responsive to our requests and C) They were...
Georgia Contractor Group, LLC.
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Reviewed in August 2005
WE BOUGHT THIS HOUSE THINKING IT WAS OUR DREAM HOUSE, AND NOT TO LONG AFTER WE MOVED IN, THE ROOF STARTED LEAKING WHEN IT RAINED. WE HAD FOUNDATION LEAKS, THE CEILING IS CRACKING ON ONE SIDE OF THE HOUSE, AND THE DOOR PANELS ARE UNEVEN.
MASTERPIECE COMMUNITIES
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Reviewed in February 2013
We love most everything about our home. However, there were a number of things that needed to be corrected after the closing. It took 3 years, and me mentioning Angie's List, to get the work finished. Generally speaking, we are pleased, but it did take some pushing.
Dustin Shaw Homes Inc
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Reviewed in September 2018
Base on the on-line records in the Georgia Corporations Division, Mr. Steve West has operated his business under the following business names: Steven West Custom Homes, Inc; dissolved 8/31/2012; Filed for bankruptcy on January 31, 2011; case 11-53077. Steven West Luxury Homes, LLC, dissolved...
Steven West CUSTOM HOMES INC.
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Reviewed in June 2011
He re roofed my house and put a granite counte rtop in the kitchen and another door by the bar in my kitchen as well as a lot of work in my rental house by correcting a lot of problems electrically and resealed the toilets.
Danny Waldrop
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Reviewed in March 2019
The rear of our home faces the south so the hot summer days heated the house and also made it impossible to use the deck. I received several bids to extend the roof of the house over the deck and screen it in. Stonecrest Custom Homes came in less than the other bids and were the only company...
Stonecrest Custom Homes
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