How do I find a local home builder?

<div>One starting point to find a local home builder is to collect suggestions from friends and neighbors. However, it’s still wise to do some more research before you <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/5-tips-hire-builder-your-dream-home.htm">hire a builder</a>. Read reviews to supplement any word-of-mouth recommendations. Check sources like Angi that have standards and criteria in place to screen the pros it lists can also help you find more reputable local home builders.</div>

What are the pros and cons of building a house?

<div>The pros and cons or advantages and disadvantages of building a new house include:Pros:<ul><li>It’s all new, so you should have several years before you need to pay for major repairs like a new roof. </li><li>It’s under warranty, so many fixes within that warranty period should be covered.</li><li>You get to build the house to your specifications.</li></ul>Cons:<ul><li>You have to make a LOT of decisions.</li><li>You will almost certainly <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-deal-home-building-delays.htm">deal with building delays</a>.</li><li>It can take a lot of work to stay within your budget.</li><li>Building can be more expensive than buying an existing house.</li></ul></div>

What is the average price per square foot to build a house?

<div>The average price per square foot to build a house is about $150 per square foot. Overall, the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-build-house.htm">cost to build a house</a> ranges anywhere from $100 to $500 per square foot, depending on where you build. The primary cost factors include location, size, and style of house you build.</div>

What questions should I ask a home builder?

<div>Hiring a contractor to build your home is a big commitment. So be sure to ask as many questions up front as possible. Here are a few questions to ask a prospective home builder:<ul><li>How many years of experience do you have?</li><li>Are you licensed, bonded, and insured?</li><li>Do you have worker’s compensation?</li><li>How long have you worked with your subcontractors?</li><li>How do you handle garbage and waste disposal?</li><li>Do you provide a guarantee or warranty on your work?</li><li>Do you give free estimates?</li><li>Do you offer design services?</li><li>How do you handle change orders?</li><li>Can you provide at least three references?</li><li>Can I see some of the work you’ve done?</li></ul></div>

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Reviewed in June 2025
"Nova Quality Builds did an amazing job on my home addition! They were reliable, trustworthy, and communicated effectively throughout the project. The final product is stunning, and I'm so grateful to have worked with such a talented team. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to...
NOVA QUALITY BUILDS LLC
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Reviewed in December 2024
I’ve used McCartney Excavation for several projects, Fence building, building a 800 foot driveway with culverts spreading rock and yard leveling. Always on time and great customer service. Highly recommend this company.
McCartney Excavation LLC
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Reviewed in October 2024
We had a wonderful experience with NOA Home Builders & Design for our kitchen remodeling project. Roy's expertise made the process seamless. He listened to our needs and incorporated our style beautifully. The result is a functional, stylish kitchen that we love spending time in. Thank...
NOA Home Builders & Design, Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2023
Work performed was exactly as promised. I am very pleased with the end result which was by far much better than what the original builder did when building my house.
Hollywood Cabinet Refinishing
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Reviewed in October 2017
Shannon was very helpful. He went over every detail of what he found and gave us a nicely organized detailed document with the findings to take on our walkthrough with the builder. I felt confident in his review and very relieved going in to the purchase of our new home.
Grissom Inspection Services
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Reviewed in September 2017
The service I receive from Anchor Pool Service is exceptional. As a professional home builder, I can attest to how frustrating and costly poor quality and unreliable schedules are
Anchor Pool Service
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Reviewed in November 2012
I am very pleased with inspection performed by Mark on my new house being build in Allen, Tx. He arrived on time and very patiently explained questions that I had pertaining to the house. He was very through in inspection and pointed out things that builder missed and was critical. The...
Yellow Hat Inspections
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Reviewed in January 2011
I�m satisfied with Ron Overton, President and owner of Astrotech Contractors. Ron Overton has provided several design options, including, drawings, photos, material cost, labor cost, and equipment cost to construct my storage shed. My choice was his design to reconfigure and build an add-on or...
Heritage Roofing & Remodeling
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Reviewed in November 2008
Gary did a prompt, professional, detailed and thorough job inspecting our new home as it was being built and one year later. Although our builder did a good job, Gary pointed out some issues that needed to be addressed, along with photos and references to the specific building code in...
Dalton Inspection Service
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Reviewed in December 2005
HE BUILD AN ADDITION ON MY HOME, HIS WORK IS EXCELLENT, VERY DETAILED, AND NO ONE WOULD BE DISSATISFIED, BUT HIS PRICE IS A LITTLE HIGHER.
MERRYMAN'S CONSTRUCTION CO
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