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Avatar for Finishing Touch Contracting, Inc.
Finishing Touch Contracting, Inc.
4.1(
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Shelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Cross River, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"THEY DID A VERY FINE JOB. THE TEAM WAS FRIENDLY, KNOWLEGEABLE AND HARD WORKING. THE JOB WAS CLEAN AT THE END OF THE DAY. THEY WORKED SWIFTLY AND EFFICIENTLY. WHEN I REQUESTED TO ADD TWO STAIRS TO OUR FRONT DOOR LANDING, THEY JUST TOOK CARE OF IT. WE WILL INVITE THEM BACK FOR ROUND TWO IN THE FUTURE."
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+1

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Strategic Operational Services
Strategic Operational Services
5.0(
11
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Find a Custom Home BuilderFind a Modular Home Builder

Serving Cross River, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"An amazing experience! I was constantly involved with the decisions being made and was always comfortable with the company itself. I was continuously updated on due dates, payments needed and actuality of each situation. Amazing communication between each and every contractor. I loved how my house looked by the end of it and would highly recommend Strategic Operational to anyone!"
Response time7 hrs
48 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Raza & Sons Construction, Inc.
Raza & Sons Construction, Inc.
5.0(
2
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Find a Custom Home BuilderFind a Modular Home Builder

Serving Cross River, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Platinum Construction is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 6 years of experience serving Brooklyn, NY and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Hudson Valley Home Source, LLC
Hudson Valley Home Source, LLC
2.5(
5
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Find a Modular Home Builder

Serving Cross River, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I have not completed this project yet. I am still in the beginning stages but so far Hudson valley Home source has been wonderful. Brian Hitt is very knowledgeable and competent in everything he does. I expect everything to be complete around November or December. Feel free to contact me then and I will be more than happy to give my opinion."
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+102

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by66%of homeowners
Avatar for HM Construction & Painting
HM Construction & Painting
4.4(
171
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Find a Custom Home Builder

Serving Cross River, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hire HM Construction to remodel our very old and outdated kitchen and adjoining bathroom. HM Construction previously worked on our den, and it was a no-brainer to go with them again for the next big project. HM's quote was fair and there were no hidden costs along the way. Helio is incredibly responsive and is always able to fairly address any issues that may arise during construction. HM got us in touch with a designer who came up with a floor plan that we never would have thought of otherwise. Our kitchen was a huge project and the results are unbelievable. The workmanship is top notch and we could not be happier. HM is trustworthy, fair, and does excellent work. We could not more highly recommend HM Construction for any home project."
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+54

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by86%of homeowners
Avatar for Cary's Home Improvement
Cary's Home Improvement
4.4(
35
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Shelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Cross River, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Emergency services offered

"My wife and I DO NOT use anyone who is not on Angie's List so we understand the importance of having accurate, fair reviews. We found Cary on Angie's List with overall great feedback on jobs he had done so we called him in for an estimate. Despite being very busy, he made the time to come over on a Saturday morning. He had previously dropped by and assessed the damage from the outside but needed to see it from the inside to ensure he could judge it accurately. After 15 minutes, our fears were realized and he said he would need to remove the cedar impression siding and remove the roof and replace it with a different system because the pitch wasn't steep enough. 
Within 48 hours, he provided a quote for his crew to come out and get the work done in a single day which was completely reasonable. He completed the work (guaranteed) as promised and left the site immaculate. He took pictures of the issue, of job progress and of the completed job. He mentioned he went around and filled some other issues he noticed while he was waiting for his crew to wrap up, no charge at all. He then discounted the quoted, agreed price 5% for angie's list deal I wasn't even aware of. Have you ever heard of a contractor accept less than an agreed price? Me neither.
Angie's List is a great resource for people to share experiences. I think the contractors who are honest and reasonable should be applauded too. We have been on the receiving end of some really lousy service so this was a new experience having someone do what they promised to do. Cary and his crew are the best in Monmouth County. We already have him pricing out finishing a storage space and will use him to build our deck in the spring. I cannot recommend Cary enough and you can reach me through Cary if you'd like to see his work firsthand. 
Kevin
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Home Building FAQs, answered by experts

The primary reason homes have crawl spaces is so the foundation can reach down below the frost line to avoid dangerous soil movement and structural damage when the ground freezes. They’re more popular in colder climates where the ground freezes down to a few feet, and slabs are most popular in warmer areas where there is no frost line. Crawl spaces also provide a space for utility lines to run where they’re at less of a risk of freezing.

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.

In most cases, you should get an architect before you hire a builder. An architect will be the one to draw up formal plans for your project, including guidelines and even material lists for your builder to follow during construction. Many architects can even help you find builders, choose one for your project, and negotiate prices. Some are also willing to act as project managers throughout the process, working closely with a builder from start to finish.

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.

If you want to make your home eco-friendly, enjoy low maintenance, and love the fact that its looks will take people’s breath away (and not because they were trying to blow your house down), then a modern brick home is right for you. You can hire a mason to get the building process started for your brick home.

But if you’re not fond of the color and don’t want to deal with the process of repointing or other repairs, consider going with vinyl or wood. These materials offer a lower cost. While they tend to require more maintenance, they don’t cost nearly the same as exterior brick house repair.

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