New Construction, Something to Consider When Making a Move

Buying a home is a big decision, and the more you know about your options the more enjoyable you experience is likely to be. When you choose to build, make sure you take the time to select a builder that you trust and is a good fit with your needs.

Many people mistakenly think that custom building can be an aggravation, but the truth is that if you do work with the right builder, they can make the process of building your dream home simple and enjoyable. A good custom builder should allow you the true flexibility to pick the features and selections you like from the limitless options available, but do so in a well thought-out manner that makes it easy on your family. Another common misconception is that custom building is generally more expensive than production builders. Many buyers find that after they choose all their “must have” options with the productions builder, they could actually be less expensive with a custom builder who includes many of those options from the start.

Take the time to explore new construction and see if building your next home makes sense for you and your family. It’s an opportunity to have exactly what you want in your home at an affordable price on a home site that you choose. You want to select a professional builder that will keep the process simple, has open lines of communication and is there for you from the initial planning stages through after move in day.

Follow these steps when building a custom home:

1. Choose the community that you would like, or you can work with your builder to help find or select the perfect homesite. If you have land already, bring in the plot plan for your lot and your builder can show you how your house will appear on it.
2. Find examples of layouts or features that you like and work with your builder to have your home custom designed to fit perfectly to your homesite and for your life.
3. Ask around. Take the time to talk with neighbors in communities where your perspective builder is building. Ask former customers what they liked or didn’t like about the builder.
4. Select a builder that you feel comfortable with, who has the time to dedicate to your home, and the strength to stand behind it in the years to come.
5. Decide on custom designed features that you want in your home and that work for your lifestyle.
6. Apply for financing. Your builder should allow you the flexibility of choosing the lender for your home, and should be able to provide you with new recommendations of lenders in the area that specialize in new construction.
7. Finalize selections of floor coverings, kitchen design, light fixtures and other features. Most builders will allow you to choose some selections from among their most popular, or go to the design center and make it 100% yours.
8. Relax and enjoy the process knowing that your custom builder is taking care of all the details.

The most important thing to remember when considering new construction is that building a new home should be a fun experience and with the right builder it will be. After all buying a house is a big investment, make sure it is exactly the way you want it to be and need it to be for your lifestyle. Consider new construction and turn your dream home into reality.

Paragon Homes has been building custom homes in the Pittsburgh area for nearly 25 years.  In that time they have come to be recognized as one of the premier custom home builders in Western Pa.  In fact they have been honored to receive over 25 Housing Excellence Awards from the Builders and Realtors Associations of Metropolitan Pittsburgh and the Washington County Builders Association including several for New Custom Home of the Year designations. You can reach Paragon Homes at 412-787-8807.