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JK Custom Builders LLC
4.6(
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Serving Riverside, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

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Warranties offered

"We could not have asked for a better experience. Jon and his crew were exceptional. Excellent communication throughout. The completed porch exceeds our expectations. We would not hesitate to work with this company again."
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Response time3 days
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
Whited and Sons General Contractor, LLC
3.5(
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Serving Riverside, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired Whited & Sons to build a room addition and are very pleased with his detail and professional workmanship. Mr. Whited accomodated our requests for this project and suggested alternative solutions that made this project even better. We have recieved great compliments from our friends and family, we will definately refer Whited & Sons. John & Penny"
Recommended by85%of homeowners
TimCo Builders
2.6(
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Serving Riverside, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Customers say: Quick response

"I have used Timco Builders three times now. The sliding glass door replacement was the last. Tim has always been prompt to appointments and dependable and highest quality of work. In addition to excellent work he was very considerate regarding my home. He was very neat in his work and cleaned up after the job was done, or he left for the night to return the following day. I have other things I am going to do in my home in the future and I will always hire Timco Builders."
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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J & M Custom Construction Inc
4.5(
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Serving Riverside, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Credit card accepted

"It went very well.  He was very detail oriented and there were no hidden costs.  The bathroom turned out even better than we imagined.  We were on vacation when he worked on the bathroom and when we came home our bathroom was nicer than the resort we were staying at!  He had a lot of great ideas and was willing to work with us on what we wanted.  The subcontractors that came in were great as well."
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Recommended by84%of homeowners
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American Made Contractors
4.4(
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Serving Riverside, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

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Warranties offered

"If you want quality workmanship, consistent and accurate communication, and honest bidding, Scott Padgett of American Made Contractors should be your contractor of choice for your next remodeling project. This is our second time working with Scott; our first project was small - repairing our cement front porch and then tiling it. Our front porch looks beautiful, thanks to Scott Padgett. When we decided to finish our basement, adding a full bathroom, bedroom, living and dining area and kitchenette, Scott Padgett was our first and only choice. As in our first experience, Scott's vision and talent, along with his professional and talented contractors, gave us a stunning addition to our home. If you are looking for a person you can trust to complete your next project, you should put your faith in Scott Padgett of American Made Contractors."
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Response time2 days
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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A Right Way to Construct
4.4(
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Serving Riverside, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Orlando is very thorough in explaining the process and goes out of his way to make sure that the consumer gets the most bang for their buck. He keeps you informed throughout the entire process and explains the necessary steps. This part was very important to me as a home owner to know the process and steps being taken."
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Choice Home Warranty
4.0(
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Serving Riverside, OH 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
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Powerhouse General Contracting
4.6(
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Serving Riverside, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"James did a fantastic job on my crumbled concrete driveway. He made it a little wider and it looks great. The deal went very smoothly he did everything he said he would do. I would recommend him for sure. Very polite honest hard working man. Thank you for making my driveway beautiful & safe."
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Custom Home Builders FAQs, answered by experts

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.

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.

A carriage house is a freestanding building, while a townhouse is connected to other units. A townhouse is a full single-family home and typically shares a parcel of land with other connected homes. A carriage house is rarely used as the sole single-family home on a property and is most often an additional building sharing property with a traditional single-family home. 

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.

A construction manager is particularly useful in the case of a large-scale build with custom design elements, so it’s usually worth it to hire one. They can help manage your budget, maintain quality control, oversee timelines, and navigate unexpected hurdles. While construction managers are pricey, they can actually save money in the long run by identifying cost-saving opportunities and ensuring the project stays within budget.

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