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"It went FANTASTIC! They completely remodeled the interior of my 20 year old home and relandscaped the outdoors. I made a 175% profit on the sale of my home. Very detail oriented and meticulous in the craftsmanship!"
"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."
"The technician did an excellent job. It did take a while to get the repair finished, but that was due to Bertazzoni delivering the parts. I have had multiple problems with this particular appliance. My range now works better than it did when new, but I have a feeling that even if I have continuing problems with it, American Home Shield will just repair rather than replace due to the cost of the range. By the way, I'm not exactly sure of the date of the repair."
My house settled on one side due to the possible nasty characteristics of black clay soil and the builder not site compacting enough on the lower side with the fill. My insurance company paid for a hydro test on the sewer line to eliminate a leak issue for the foundation issue. Our water lines come in overhead. A second test was done after the foundation lift to make sure no damage occurred from the lift. That test was on my dime.
I did my homework by reviewing engineering sites which evaluates different types of foundation repair services. I received 4 bids from contractors. All had very similar elevation readings. Three of the four were similar in with steel pier repair and one wanted to use 6?x 12? concrete cylinders and pier the whole house including the inside by punching holes in the floor. I visually saw all the Baird parts being used at a H&G show. I went with Baird. They could answer my detailed questions.
November 3rd, Diego and crew began work. Eleven pier sites were established and with the heavy duty brackets in place the steel piers were pressed down to a 24? refusal depth. A log was kept of depth and pressure readings during this process.
November 4th, Diego and crew tied all eleven lift points together hydraulically and began the lift slowly monitoring the lift changes outside as well as Diego monitored the elevation read out changes within the house. I witnessed the cracks in the ceramic tile and ceilings closing up.
When the corrected elevation was established, the piers were locked into place. All soil was replaced and watered down to help settle. Area was cleaned up. We received 4? of rain beginning that night. The soil settled well.
Diego and crew were very efficient from start to finish. They really knew what they were doing. During the process the city inspector came by twice and the contracted engineering firm did a site visit and evaluation.
Baird sent me the warranty certificate, the engineering report and the final detailed invoice.
"They've been awesome and they supply the materials and then refer people to individuals who do the job and I've had very good experience because of Direct Buy. The materials I purchased were hardwood flooring. I received advice and referrals for professionals to actually do the installation of the materials I purchased. It was a family referral so I went to them. My mother had excellent service and when I told her that I was in the market for new floors. She said anything that having to do with your home because they sell appliances, they sell all kinds of things for your home. She said you only have to go to Direct Buy and sure enough I went to the San Antonio location and the service was incredible. They have a ton of selection on different types of wood and tile and flooring and they have carpet samples, furniture, appliances and pretty much everything that you could need. If you have any questions, staff is always available. There's always someone around that knows their stuff, understands what the product is and answers questions. Even if you don't really know what exactly the kind of a question that you have, they have enough information to explain the kind of things you want and that's really incredible. I worked with a woman and she was very helpful in explaining the difference between the different materials and she was also very helpful in recommending a professional to get it installed and then once I was connected with that professional, she was excellent in keeping me informed when my materials were coming in and what the prices were going to be and getting the materials to my professional so my professional would be able to install them. I didn't have to deal a whole lot. She was able to do it and that was really convenient. She was really good at getting back to me, phone calls and everything. I had an incredible experience, a family member recommended, best pricing and I would recommend them to everyone as well. I've had good experience with them. Their price is very competitive. I would use them again in the future."
We are a locally owned and operated business working in the Corpus Christ and surrounding areas. Specializing in residential and commercial construction from New home builds and additions to full remodels as well as decks and patios.
"Sentri Homes did an outstanding job communicating with me through the whole renovation process. The result far exceeded my expectations. Very happy and satisfied customer."
"BB Pro Construction was very professional and very attentive, I did not go without any communication. They respond promptly and their level of expertise is excellent. As far as assisting you they understand what you want and go above and beyond. I would recommend them to anybody, give them a call and they will do a great job. They make your dreams come true, they understand your vision and make it come to life."
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.
It usually takes around four to six months to build and install a modular home, although your timeline could go up to around eight months if there are delays in the manufacturing or permitting process. Heavy site preparation and foundation pouring can extend that timeline if you need them, as can customizations you want for your modular home. Your modular home company should be able to provide an estimate for the construction timeline before you sign any contracts or agree to any work.
Renovating or remodeling an existing structure is usually less expensive than the cost to build a new house. That’s because you can save on the costs of new building materials, laying a foundation, framing the entire building, and installing new materials and utilities throughout the house. However, if a home is in very poor condition or is incredibly old, you could spend more on upgrades and restoration compared to building from scratch.
The early stages of building a house are harder than the later stages; laying the foundation and framing the house are two of the most challenging steps. However, it varies for everyone. Some people have difficulty installing HVAC, plumbing, and electricity, while others find it harder to plan the house and secure the necessary permits.
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 hire a builder. 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.
The Freer, TX homeowners’ guide to custom home building
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
When building a home, going custom gives you the freedom to create your dream house. Learn about the cost to build a custom home and the factors to consider.
Building your dream home starts with hiring a builder. Here is how to find a builder who understands your needs and preferences for your brand-new home.