Can you finance new construction?

• <div><p>Yes, you can finance new construction using a construction loan or a construction-to-permanent loan, or you can use a home equity line of credit or a cash-out refinance if you’re building a second home. Some mortgagors may have restrictions on DIY house builds, so be sure to check that you can get financing before starting your project. </p></div>

Does building up or building out provide more ROI?

• <div><p>Since building up tends to provide useful bedrooms and other extra spaces without the need to do a lot of foundation work and cut into your yard, second stories tend to have better ROI—up to 65%—than other kinds of additions. But ROI will depend on the type of rooms you are planning and what your current house has. It’s not a very reliable way to judge the success or failure of a project, so consider other factors as well. </p></div>

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Q: Does an ADU count as square footage?

• <div><p>As long as you pull the appropriate permits to build your ADU, it will contribute to your property&rsquo;s total livable square footage. This is even true for basement conversion ADUs despite the living area sitting below grade. Keep in mind that permanent improvements, especially those that add square footage, tend to increase your home value, which can affect your property taxes. </p></div>

Q: What is the point of an A-frame house?

• <div><p>The steep slope of an A-frame roof withstands high winds, heavy rain, and heavy snowfall, making them popular all over the world. A-frames also offer simple, quick construction. Finally, an A-frame typically has large windows on the non-roof sides to let in a maximum amount of natural light. Consequently, they are often an affordable building solution for the right homeowner and location.</p></div>

Q: What’s the difference between a custom home and a spec home?

• <div><p>A custom home is one that you design from the ground up, allowing you to customize everything from the square footage to the interior layout to all of the materials used. A spec home is one that a builder has designed and gotten approvals for. Spec homes may give you some limited options for the layout and materials, but most of the build is pre-set. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/cost-to-build-custom-home.htm">Custom homes cost</a> more and take longer to build.</p></div>

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Last update on November 30, 2025

Reviewed in April 2023
Hamilton Flooring was very professional and did a great job improving the carpeting in our home! Very conscientious about their work!
Hamilton Flooring
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Reviewed in March 2023
He was paid hourly apparently, him AND his helper, and kept dragging work out. Drywall patch looks terrible. He said he could match it perfectly when he stopped to look it over. You can see the indentations where he put new drywall. Didn’t sand down appropriately. Told me to remud the...
Glenn Dwyer - Lawn Care Snow Removal Handyman
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Reviewed in November 2022
Beware of this contractor, do your homework. Steve is a personable guy and comes across very friendly but doesn't listen, cuts corners, and will defer you to his attorney if you have problems with his work. Our property is now de-valued because he was there. - Water lines all over the building...
Steve Wright & Associate Inc
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Reviewed in November 2015
Excellent! Our house was built 50 years ago and this company built the new garage with a style and materials that made the new construction look as if it had been built when the house was. They took time to build a quality structure with no short cuts. We are VERY pleased!
D&R Quality Builders Inc
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Reviewed in May 2015
We have been with them for about 30 years. The cost is taken out of my car payments. They are loyal. You don't have a problem. Once in a while we have a car hit our home, and we have no problem, they take care of it.
STATE FARM INSURANCE
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Reviewed in January 2014
They are honest, caring, prompt, and clean...all things that you don't find in others in this profession all of the time! They became like family to my kids and I trusted them to be at home with my family when I was not there, and my wife was thrilled that she could trust someone. This after...
Banko & Son Remodeling LLC
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Reviewed in May 2013
Famous Supply Uniontown Showroom sell anything you need for home remodeling or new home construction. It's a very large organization. I got some very high quality windows for a good price. I got some very high quality glass. They have multiple window vendors. The quality was better and the price...
Famous Supply Uniontown Showroom
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Reviewed in November 2012
we purchased it. I took it home and hooked it up
HOME DEPOT INC
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Reviewed in August 2010
Charges for services not performed. Does not return calls. Does not adhere to its own description. Uses questionable business practices. Our property has declined in value, our common fees have doubled in 4 years, units no longer sell, grounds look horrible. Buildings are rotting.
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