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CARRIAGE PLACE HOMES INC
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Serving Markle, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1983

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Carriage Place Homes was founded in 1983 by Ron Godfrey and is currently run by second generation President, Builder: Jeff Godfrey. Carriage Place Homes specializes in both custom and spec home development in order to best suite each customer. To this day, Carriage Place Homes prides itself on maintaining the quality craftsmanship that it was built on in 1983. Jeff Godfrey is very hands-on and stays involved during each and every aspect of the building process. Stop by today and see why after 35 years, people still count on us for their dream home.\n\n

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E. E. Brandenberger Construction, Inc.
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Serving Markle, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

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"Well it has been a challenge not knowing alot and all the allowance seem to not be enough to do what you like to do. First time builders would really understand the allowance portion of building and the hidden cost that occur. My builder has been great and helpful, but first time builders purchase your own lights and other things if you can ther is alot of markup in the construction home process. Look over your allowance real good cannot stress this enough make sure it will cover what you plan on doing do they run driveway cement to the road , do you have dimensional or 3 way shingles demensional or the best. Don't allow all carpet in a nice expensive home make sure your allowed to create your ideas and not cut short."
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Jacobs Ladder LLC
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Serving Markle, IN and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

New shingles an standing seam medel roof
Brand new stamped concrete steps
Outside hang out spot
Roofing Project
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Changes Unlimited
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Serving Markle, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

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"Excellent. My wife and I are so pleased with their work ethic, attention to detail, and the price, we have already contracted them to do a total window replacement in our home. Nick (one of the foremen) is easy to work with and a man of his word."
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
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Serving Markle, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"service provider sent by American Home Shield was excellent. The only issue I have with home warranty services is that they do not send their repair companies out on the week-end, even in an emergency. The customer service personnel is less than enthusiastic or helpful."
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Noble Projects
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Serving Markle, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

"Noble Projects came and did the estimate he had some good idea, we went with them he did great quality work. He differently knows what he doing he was trained very well. Customer can learn a lot from him .He is Respectable and well manner!"
Response time11 hrs
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Custom Home Builders questions, answered by experts

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.

Start by researching local contractors with experience in cottage construction. Ask for references, check licensing and insurance, and review completed projects. Compare multiple bids, making sure each includes the same scope of work. A good contractor will communicate clearly, provide a detailed contract, and ensure all work meets code and safety standards.

Remodeling a house is often less expensive than building a new house. You can expect to pay an average of $100 per square foot when you are remodeling. The cost to build a house averages about $150 per square foot. When remodeling, though, some rooms cost more than $100 per square foot and some cost less. Use a home renovation cost estimator to accurately estimate your remodeling costs.

One of the best ways to negotiate with a homebuilder is to forgo price reductions. Instead, negotiate over upgrades and incentives, as many builders are more willing to go down that road than to decrease their own fee. Even if they were willing to take a cut, a reputable homebuilder often knows their worth, so a willingness to negotiate could be a red flag. Beyond that, builders are typically willing to negotiate closing costs instead of offering a discount on the base price.

Shipping container homes last at least 25 years on average, but they can last even longer with proper maintenance. Since shipping containers are made from metal, they’re quite vulnerable to rust and corrosion. This issue is exacerbated in coastal areas or areas with a lot of precipitation. To extend the life span of your container home, install siding that protects the exterior. 

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