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Top-Rated Home builders in Cato - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for JLC Contracting LLC
JLC Contracting LLC
5.0(
24
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Find a Custom Home BuilderFind a Modular Home BuilderShelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Cato, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The service was wonderful. I was very pleased with the work. I plan to hire them again to build a deck. They were reliable and neat. They were clean doing all the work, and they give me a very good price. They were very honest and dependable. They work very hard."
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Project
New window installation
Decks and Porches Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Garage conversion

+123

Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Sandiel Construction
5.0(
7
)
Shelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Cato, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Sandiel Construction did a full remodel for us and was beyond our expectations- it turned out absolutely beautiful. Sandiel is extremely skilled and pays great attention to detail. He did our siding, demo, insulation, drywall, electrical, windows and paint - not only was it done beautifully but it was done timely. I fully recommend Sandiel Construction for your next project."
Bar/Club in Rochester
Bar/Club in Rochester
Bar/Club in Rochester
Bar/Club in Rochester
Bar/Club in Rochester

+84

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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B&L Home Improvements
5.0(
5
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Serving Cato, NY and surrounding areas

Emergency services offered

"B&L Home Improvement practically redid my entire home. From flooring installation, bathroom remodeling, kitchen remodeling, interior and exterior painting, demolition and built 2 decks. Damien is a professional who is on top of everything, always available, really goes the extra mile to ensure the customer is satisfied. I highly recommend him for any home project you need done."
Handymen Project
Handymen Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Handymen Project
Painting - Exterior Project

+8

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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WPP Building and Design
3.3(
12
)
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Serving Cato, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Credit card accepted

"They did an excellent job with painting the interior of our house. We had a really high wall in the stairway, and they had no problem getting to the top of it and did a great job! Would hire them again!"
Painting - Interior Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
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+9

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by58%of homeowners
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American Home Solutions
4.2(
21
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Serving Cato, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"When you call American Home Solutions in Oswego, Mack Majeski will get back to you in a timely fashion. Mack came to our home and gave us a estimate for a new roof. He was professional and knowledgeable of all aspects of roofing and clearly listed all elements in his estimate. In the estimate he listed the manufacture warranty and guarantees his craftsmanship for 25 years. His price was very competitive. We asked for a certificate of Liability Insurance and he provided us with a copy before work started. A date was scheduled for the work to begin (weather permitting.) He started the work on the date he promised. A large crew began work and nearly completed the entire roof on the first day. Care was take to protect shrubbery around the house and everything discarded was taken away. The second day the crew came back and finished the roof. We asked Mack to do a separate side project and he obliged. If you call him about anything related to works he has done he will get back to you. I would recommend his company for a roofing project big or small."
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+49

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Home Building FAQs, answered by experts

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.

The average build timeline for a home is between six and 12 months, with timelines pushing toward the upper end of that range if you’re creating a custom design or need a lot of land preparation before getting started. Hiring a general contractor or a custom homebuilder will help speed up the process, as you’ll see fewer delays between different parts of the build process getting done.

Whether a prefab home is worth it or not will depend on your personal needs and preferences. Overall, prefab homes tend to cost less than traditional homes, although they also tend to have lower resale values. Another thing to consider is that prefab homes usually last 50 to 60 years or longer, while traditional homes last 50 to 100 years or more.

Whether it’s more affordable to gut a house than build a new one depends on the markets where you'd be buying and selling. However, it’s usually less expensive to renovate a home than to build new construction. 

Most homeowners pay between $100,000 and $200,000 for demolition and remodeling costs, whereas the average cost to build a new home is between $139,000 and $531,300.

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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