Five Things Homeowners Regret Not Knowing Before Building a Custom Home

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Working with a Greensboro homebuilder to create a custom home can be an exciting experience. You get to choose exactly what goes into your home, without having to wait out the market and hope something shows up without a lot of competition. Before you jump into the process of building your own custom home, it is a good idea to be prepared and have some understanding of all the work that goes into it.

 

To help you prepare, take a look at these five things homeowners have said that they regret not knowing before building a custom home.

 

  1. There will be decision fatigue: In some cases, you have to make decisions about every single item in your custom home. From the type of windows to the flooring, doorknobs and everything in between, you are in control. This can be nice, but it can also lead to fatigue. When you are done, you may never want to make another decision again. Of course if you are working with an experienced team like at Don Mi.  Builders, they will help with a lot of these decisions and once they know your preferences, can alleviate your “decision burn-out.”

 

  1. The timeline will change: It is very unlikely that the original finish date will be the actual date that you move in. The weather, lack of materials, and other situations can make construction take longer than planned. Do not hold too fast to that original closing date.

 

  1. Watch for the shortcuts: The best builders in Greensboro will not try to cut corners, but some companies may try when they want to cut costs. Know what to look for in these shortcuts so you don’t get left with more work when it is done. And make sure you are working with a solid homebuilder with an excellent reputation for quality.  Having a chance to see some of the builder’s previous work is one key way to avoid this pitfall.

 

  1. Get ready to spend more: The original price you see for a custom home assumes that you do not want any major changes or upgrades. It is better to get the exact countertops you want now rather than replacing them in a few years, but keep in mind that some upgrades cost more. The best way to avoid this is to work with a builder, like Don Mills that goes over the contract and explains exactly what you will be getting and explains what constitutes a “change order.”  If you work with a builder that doesn’t have experience or integrity, you may find that too many things that you think should have been included are considered, “change orders.”

 

 

  1. You may need alternate living plans: Be prepared to have alternate living arrangements for a short time in between leaving your home to move into the custom home. Month to month leases are an option in many areas, but you should budget for these and not be surprised if you have to wait longer to move into the home. Again, working with an experienced Custom Home Builder, e.g. Don Mills can help resolve this issue as well.

 

Don Mills is considered by many to be one of the best builders in Greensboro. Their team has the right experience to help you create a home that is comfortable, unique, and perfect for all your needs, now and in the future. Contact the team at Don Mills to discuss your own custom home and to avoid you have any “builder’s remorse.”