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Choice Home Warranty
4.0(
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Serving Seneca, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Loay Jabbar provided the information I needed quickly and clearly. I immediately signed up for full coverages for our two homes because of the discounts offered and because of the quality of service that Loay is saying and promising Choice Home Warranty provides to its customers. I have bad experiences with other home warranty companies so I am hoping I found the best company that would deliver the best service."
Recommended by81%of homeowners
G L Construction Management
4.7(
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Serving Seneca, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"G L Construction Management was such a great company to work with! I had numerous services completed by them in many rooms of my home. Very professional and friendly company. I wanted several things done before I moved into my new home and they worked very quickly to get me and my child settled in before Chrismas. I would recommend them for any household construction needs."
Garage / Shed Build Project
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Project
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Project
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Project
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Project

+23

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
3.5(
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Serving Seneca, MI 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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Recommended by65%of homeowners
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Creekside Carpentry, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Seneca, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"10x12 deck built and a new interior door installed leading out to new deck. Mr. Hillard was professional and takes pride in his work. We are so happy with the end result, can't wait for warm weather so we can sit on it and watch the sunsets and watch the world go by."
Concrete Patio
South West Wall
South East Wall
Post & Header Installation
Headers, New OSB, House Wrap, Window Tape

+82

Response time3 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Backwood Bonnies LLC
4.0(
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Serving Seneca, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Hello we are Backwood Bonnies LLC! We’re a local licensed and insured cleaning company and have been in business over a year. We have all kinds of “clean up” backgrounds, houses, barns, and construction clean up, we wanted to create something that stood out from the rest, and meet all of their cleaning an organization needs. With that being said we come up with our name, Backwood Bonnie’s LLC standing out from the rest. Our slogan is “We’ll handl the dirt” meaning we clean and organize everything from residential, commercial, barns, garages, and patio’s. We love being out in the community making a difference in homes, and businesses, cleaning, and organizing. We love helping people and that’s something we’ve both always have been passionate about doing. Word of mouth is the best way to grow, meeting people, and doing the best work we can! We are staying busy and continue to grow and take further steps for our business. We have yet to find a job we cant handle!

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Multi-Craft Construction, Inc.
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Serving Seneca, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"My husband and I have an older house 100+ years and needed our dilapidated front porch redone. We wanted the base and railings replaced while saving some of the older decorative word work. We called three places for estimates and Jake from Multicraft Construction was the fastest and friendliest person who came to the house. He listened to our preferences and had the best bid. He saw the project through from start to finish. We are really happy with the end result and we not only would high recommend this company, but plan to use him for future house projects as Multicraft Construction does a wide array of construction projects."
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Custom Home Builders questions, answered by experts

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.

It usually takes around four to six months to build and install a modular home, although your timeline could go up to around eight months if there are delays in the manufacturing or permitting process. Heavy site preparation and foundation pouring can extend that timeline if you need them, as can customizations you want for your modular home. Your modular home company should be able to provide an estimate for the construction timeline before you sign any contracts or agree to any work.

A custom home is one that you design from the ground up, allowing you to customize everything from the square footage to the interior layout to all of the materials used. A spec home is one that a builder has designed and gotten approvals for. Spec homes may give you some limited options for the layout and materials, but most of the build is pre-set. Custom homes cost more and take longer to build.

To get a quote from a builder or general contractor, contact them over the phone or online and explain your project. If you already have house plans drawn up, they’ll need to review them to determine the project's scope before providing you with a quote. Ask for your quote in writing and compare quotes from several pros before choosing the best one for your needs.

Yes, you can finance new construction, though the process often requires a different type of loan than one for an existing property. There are several financing options available:

  • Construction-to-Permanent Loan: This is a common option where a single loan covers the building costs and then converts into a traditional mortgage once construction is complete and you move in.

  • Construction Loan (Stand-Alone): This type of loan provides funding only for the duration of the construction project. Once the house is built, you will need to pay the loan in full, typically by securing a separate, standard mortgage.

  • Builder Financing: Some custom homebuilders offer their own financing options, which may only require a down payment to begin the building process.

  • Bridge Loan: This can be a useful short-term loan to fund your new construction while you are in the process of selling your old home.

  • Home Equity Options: If you are building a second home, you might be able to use a home equity line of credit (HELOC) or a cash-out refinance on your current property.

It's also important to be aware that some lenders may have restrictions on financing for DIY house builds, so be sure to verify that you can secure financing before starting your project.

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