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Millstone Co
3.9(
7
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Serving Dover, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

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Credit card accepted

"Matt and Laura at Millstone had great ideas for my renovation. Their team did excellent work and did it all with professionalism and courtesy. I will definitely call Millstone for my next project."
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Sherman Builders LLC
4.7(
15
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Find a Custom Home BuilderFind a Modular Home BuilderShelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Dover, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

"Working with Don and his team at Sherman Builders was a delight! My new home is absolutely wonderful and perfect for me. Doing a full house build during Covid, in a historical district, subject to special environmental rules due to being close to the bay was NOT EASY! But Don made it happen. Each bump that we encountered along the way he assured me that he would figure out a way to conquer it, and he totally did. He is a man of his word, and very knowledgeable. A+"
Plumbing Project
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+18

Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Myriad Home Improvement & Handyman Services LLC
Myriad Home Improvement & Handyman Services LLC
4.2(
1,728
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Shelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Dover, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Credit card accepted

"They responded immediately and were very punctual. The price paid was fair. Myriad was a good company to work with and I will work with them again. The new shed is perfect and the debris from the old wooden shed was removed."
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Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Jaworski All-Trade
5.0(
24
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Shelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Dover, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Credit card accepted

"I was very happy with the amount of communication that Tyler had regarding scheduling and the explaining the process of the work that was going to be completed. He showed great knowledge and professionalism during the entire process. Overall extremely happy with the work that was done and in the amount of time. Just moved into our new home 3 months ago and will have plenty of projects in the future -would definitely consider hiring Tyler again in the future."
Custom Kitchen Hutch
Custom Kitchen Hutch
Custom Kitchen Hutch
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+17

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Colmar Contracting
4.7(
7
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Find a Custom Home BuilderFind a Modular Home BuilderShelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Dover, PA and surrounding areas

Credit card accepted

"Colmar Contracting is the best. We contacted four separate contractors in May/June for estimates to paint our home this summer. We were reluctant to bring in others to work on our home as we try to do all of our own house projects. Painting is not one of our strengths and therefore we decided to contract out for quality of work and timely completion of such a large project. With most estimates being fairly similar, we decided to work with Colmar and were not disappointed. Along with listening to our ideas as to what we wanted, they also provided expert insight into those ideas and helped shape our final decisions. The painters showed up promptly and ready to work hard every day. They were very accommodating to me as I was off work and home during the time frame they were working in our home. The painters were friendly, courteous, and attentive to our requests. They finished painting our entire home in only eight days. Our biggest concern was attention to detail and we are very impressed with the quality of their wok as well as their willingness to meet our demands and go above and beyond expectations. We look forward to working with Colmar Contracting in the future and recommend their services without reservation!
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Pawling Masonry
4.2(
100
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Shelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Dover, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Sent 3 people who worked for 2 days to patch up and replace some bad masonry. He also had a roofer come in to check possible leaks spots. Made good suggestions and completed the work very well.
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Crawford Construction
4.8(
22
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Serving Dover, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jesse and his team did a great job installing a new roof for my home. Pricing was fair and within budget. The project was completed in only a few days and was scheduled efficiently to avoid rain. I was more than satisfied with the project and also hired Crawford Construction for replacing windows."
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+52

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Ashley Home Improvement
Ashley Home Improvement
4.3(
7
)
Shelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Dover, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Chad was a bit slow on the response initially, but with all the snow we had, it was understandable, just a bit of a hiccup at the beginning.  Once he got started, he worked some long days getting all the misc things completed.  Even made several trips back to the box store for items I picked up but were wrong.  I added a couple of things to his list after he started and he worked them in without a problem.
Next phase will be a bigger bite but waiting until the weather warms up as the house will be open during that time.  I will continue to use Chad a lot going forward."
Kitchen Remodel
Paver Patio
Split Rail Fence
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Home Building FAQs, answered by experts

On average, the cost of a home builder is about $150 per square foot, but that price can range from around $100 to $400 per square foot or more. That puts the typical price range of a standard, 2,000-square-foot house between $200,000 and $800,000. Some factors that affect the price of hiring a home builder include the following:

  • Location of your home and the living cost in the area

  • Type of foundation and framing you choose

  • Quality of the building materials

  • Footprint and layout of the house

  • Number of stories

  • Builder’s experience

A construction-to-permanent loan is the most common type of mortgage used to finance a house teardown and rebuild. These loans include financing for construction costs and convert to a long-term mortgage once construction is complete. Check the terms of the loan closely before beginning work—there are often restrictions requiring you to use licensed contractors for all work.

Building a new home can be more expensive than buying an existing one, depending on the housing market in your area. Many homeowners still find that building a new house is worth the investment as they can choose the exact layout they want, as well as to choose their own floors, wall coverings, appliances, and finishes. If you live close enough to the build site, you can also stop by to check on the builder’s progress, which can provide some peace of mind that the project is worth it.

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.

The average cost to renovate or remodel a home is $52,300, with most projects ranging from $19,500 to over $88,400. However, costs can vary significantly, from as low as $3,000 for a small project to $170,000 or more for a complete home remodel.

Several factors influence the total price, including:

  • Project Scope and Size: The extent of the renovations, whether it's a single room or the entire house.

  • Location: Geographic location affects labor and material costs.

  • Materials: The quality of materials chosen.

  • Room Type: Kitchen remodels ($14,500 - $70,000+) are generally more expensive than bedroom remodels ($1,500 - $5,500).

  • Other Factors: The time of year, complexity of the work, and any additions or expansions.

On a per-square-foot basis, you can expect to pay between $15 and $60 for standard projects and up to $150 for luxury renovations.

Examples of specific project costs include:

  • Basement remodel: ~$20,200

  • Garage remodel: ~$27,900

  • Loft conversion: ~$20,200

  • Disability accommodation remodel: ~$4,300

  • Major home repairs: ~$11,700

If you are financing the project, note that some loan programs, like the FHA 203(k), may require a minimum project cost (e.g., $5,000) and will necessitate a home appraisal and professional cost estimates. Using a home renovation cost estimator can also help you budget for your project.

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