It’s no secret that Colorado housing has become a hot commodity. For many, finding a house has become a game of chance or a perpetual bid war. The solution? Building your own home and customize it to your liking. More and more Coloradans are looking to this option as the existing housing opportunities diminish. But, how to choose the right custom home builder in Colorado?
This is the home you’ll have for many years to come and it will be a place to create memories with your loved ones. Because we understand choosing the right custom home builder in Colorado is imperative, we’ve put together our three most straightforward suggestions as to how to pick your ideal builder.
DO YOUR RESEARCH
We recommend speaking to any friends or acquaintances who have already built a home. They’ll have suggestions on a custom home builder in Colorado, as well as questions to ask before breaking ground. A word-of-mouth suggestion is extremely valuable because someone has already been through what you’re about to do.
Additionally, a quick online search will reveal local builders. Here’s what we recommend researching:
What customers reviews are saying about these companies and their success rate
Are they local or do they have a local office? (Very important for issues that may arise)
If they’re part of the Better Business Bureau and what their rating is
Any negative reviews and what exactly was the cause of the review
Their social media channels, if any, for consumer and subcontractor insight
COMMUNICATION
Once you narrow down your search, set an appointment to interview your potential builders. You’ll have questions on budget, warranties, house plans and timing. As you ask your questions, we recommend establishing a personality match. You’ll have to work with your team of builders for months. Can you work with these people every day and do your communication styles match? The last thing you want is to bump heads with the person who’ll be leading one of the most important projects of your life.
GET A CLEAR ESTIMATE
Once you’ve found your top two or three building companies establishing the tips above, have each company give you a clear, written estimate of what the project will look like, including budget, warranties and projected date of completion. Even if you know which builder you’ll choose in the end, get an estimate from your top companies. This will give you clarity as to what you’re getting from each one, what some charge versus others and give perspective overall as to what your wants versus needs are.
We understand how important it is to find the right person for the job, especially when looking for a custom home builder in Colorado. Not only is it an investment, but a life-long commitment.
Housing prices in our state are still on the rise, but it’s important to take a little time to research all of the above. We’re given you our top three recommendations because as custom home builders in Colorado, we understand the urgency of having your project started and making the right choice.
STAY INFORMED
Building a custom home in Colorado can be overwhelming. A great place to start is to review our plans and contact us or give us a call at (970) 300-2025 when you’re ready to get started with the planning process. We’re here to help you make your dream home a reality.
Contact RM Construction, the Best Luxury Custom Home Builder in Grand Junction,Carbondale, & Glenwood Springs CO