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Triangle Classic Homes Inc
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Serving Wake Forest, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

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"It's not often you close on a custom home and have nothing but wonderful things to say about your builder, but that's exactly what happened. And in the middle of a pandemic! In fact, we parted ways with two builders before even getting to Carl and Ron at Triangle Classic Homes. But once we did, they made the process easy from beginning to end. They were extremely communicative no matter my preferred mode of communication, fast, and reasonable. Something to note is that my husband has worked in new home construction his entire career, and said it was the best framing he'd ever seen. I wouldn't think twice about working with Carl and Ron at Triangle Classic Homes again in the future. In fact, we're already dreaming of detached garage. So it might be sooner than later."
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Mabrey Roofing and Construction
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Serving Wake Forest, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

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"Mabrey Roofing stepped in and helped us through the entire process of getting a new roof following storm damage. Sean Mabrey worked closely with us to prepare and submit an insurance claim for the new roof, and remained very responsive and informative throughout the entire job. Following an insurance adjusters ratification of the claim, Sean’s team started work with no delay. They were professional, fast, and clean. We have four kids and a dog. Sean’s team took special care to ensure a thorough cleanup after completion so no nails of debris remained for the little ones to step on. Sean’s customer service and work were excellent. In the event we need a new roof again in the future, we will definitely be calling Mabrey Roofing."
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WESBO, LLC
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Serving Wake Forest, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

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We have a minimum of $300,000 this would not include land cost, cost will go up according size, We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs, and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work, and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Response time1 day
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Axios Custom Homes LLC
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Serving Wake Forest, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Axios Custom Homes LLC is a proudly local and independently operated business built on honesty, integrity, and a commitment to treating your home with the same care as our own. Specializing in custom home builds, additions, and kitchen design, we deliver exceptional craftsmanship and outstanding results. Our passion lies in building lasting relationships, and we guarantee your satisfaction every step of the way.

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Clean Hands Painting & Construction LLC
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Serving Wake Forest, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

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"Owner Junior Green was a friendly, honest fellow who was reliable, worked hard, did a very good job, and left the site clean. My job was painstaking in places and access was a bit tricky, but no problem for Junior. He mostly worked alone and cut no corners. He started with the foundation and outside of masonry wall, which looked great. We then ran into weather problems and my dissatisfaction with colors chosen from misleading Sherwin Williams color samples, which put him behind schedule and I had to suspend the project due to going out of town. I could have switched painters then but did not. When he returned he worked steadily and finished my project in less than the expected time. I am very pleased with the outcome. My only gripe is that he does not have an account with Lowe's, where I preferred to buy because they sell in small cans to try out different colors. He says he does not like their paint but they carry Cabot and Valspar so I don't get it. I now own several cans of unused stain and did not get a painter's discount on all materials. Also, he is not cheap. Still, I recommend Clean Hands and will be a return customer."
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Good Homes
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Serving Wake Forest, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

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Good Homes Construction is a Veteran-Owned, quality construction company providing excellent services in residential home remodeling. Particular emphasis is placed on design build project delivery and long term relationships with our employees, clients, and vendors. We look forward to serving you.

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Design Craft LLC
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Serving Wake Forest, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

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Outdoor living can become true with Designcraft. Quality craftmanship, outstanding Customer Service. We can build you outdoor kitchen patio, pond, waterfall, fireplace. Over 35 years of experience in residential and commercial construction , stone and masonry Visit our website and see what our Customers are saying about us: www.Designcraftllc.com, or call us 919 809-4194

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UBuildIt Raleigh
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"If there was a word better than amazing, that is the word I use to describe working with Duane Knight, the owner of UBuiltit. We live in Michigan and found a beautiful lot on a beautiful lake that we just had to have. The downside was the house on that lot was, to put it nicely, a dump! We brought Duane to our site, talked over the vision and the rest is history! He managed the process from start to finish. From tearing the previous “dump” down to celebrating with us as we moved in. Duane let me be as involved as I wanted to be, which was my absolute favorite part. He let me meet the contractors and be apart of the whole process. He was responsive to my thoughts and ideas but also added his input when needed. He restrained us (budget wise) when needed but let us be creative in other ways. He was on site everyday and taught us so many things about the building process as we were first time home builders. He is a family man with great values and morals. I would not recommend anyone BUT Duane and UBuildIt!"
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R Harward Construction
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Serving Wake Forest, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

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"Well, until they left. Randy was to return to 1) replace a cast iron shower pan that cracked during installation 3) fix the buckled vinyl flooring his crew put in one bathroom and the pantry and 3) mount a chimney cap. Never did. But the worst is that Randy took a 200 year old slab of old-growth pine (approximately 30" wide by 42" long by 2.5" thick) salvaged from my great-great-grandparents' home and promise me a coffee table. TWO YEARS LATER I CAN'T EVEN GET THE SLAB BACK."
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Custom Home Builders questions, answered by experts

Modular homes last an average of between 50 and 75 years, and high-quality modular homes can last for 100 years with proper maintenance. For comparison, a standard home lasts 50 to 100 years and can push to 150 or longer with good maintenance. Modular homes provide better long-term value in that they are significantly more affordable and can last almost as long, but some buyers are wary of modular home longevity, so the actual value if you sell could be lower.

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.

The longest part of building a custom home is the design phase. It takes multiple professionals and a ton of work to bring your vision for your dream home to life while sticking to a homebuilding budget and also ensuring everything is built to code. Expect the design phase for a custom home build to take six months to a year.

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.

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.

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